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Jubas Astrodome – The Jubas Beasts(53996) have successfully defended their Philippine Cup crown against the Ribonucleic Acid(54037) in a 97-88(6045480) thriller game. It was a much anticipated match because of the bitter rivalry of the two coaches, as witnessed last season.

From the beginning of the game both teams were making their respective scoring runs. They traded baskets ending the first half dead even at 42-42. Coach Alas reminded his boys of what has brought them here. He told them to focus on defense. And so the Beasts turned up the heat forcing the Acids to commit 14 turnovers and getting 13 steals. Coach Alas gave special mention to Jorge Olivares for playing Daganzo toe-to-toe. Marlon Kinatanar, who recently cam e back from an injury wasn’t quite himself in terms of scoring but delivered at the defensive end with 4 STL & 2 BLK. Veteran Edzen Lina scored a game-high 34 PTS to go along with 5 AST while Liang Wai Cheng had a dismal 7-27 FG shooting game.

After the game both Coaches shook hands and congratulated each other putting their past behind them. Like last year, the Beasts cruised their way to the Philippine Cup Finals giving them more time to concentrate on their quest for the elusive PPL crown.

GM-Vikman's Gabunas called up for NT

The National team proudly welcomes Gregorio Gabunas as a part of the NT roster. He is currently player for the Red Sox Nation under GM-Vikman, and he has been in the Red Sox roster since december 12 2007.

In three seasons with the Red Sox Nation, he has been working hard to fit in the rotation. In his first season, he averaged only 6 minutes per game in 6 games, struggling play time encouraged him to do more, and results came ahead in his second season.

In season 4, still with the Red Sox Nation, he played 21 games and 23,4 minutes per, a big boost from his previous seasom, producing 7.2 points per game, 7.4 rebounds per game, and 43.7% from the field.

Season 5 is by far his breakout year, with 11.7 points, almost 11 rebounds, with an assist, a block, and a steal per game, in 34 minutes. respect is earned in a short time, and many believe that he will have a bright future with his current team.

And now, Gabunas is currently the 3rd known Filipino player playing in the prestigious NBBA. (Ruel Garvez and Wilhelm Carillo are among others).

It is also confirmed that Gabunas will be starting the NT game against Iran, thus leaving the prominent Ubaldo Nudalo going off the bench.

"It will be no problem for me. As long as it's for the better." Says TrailBlazers all-star Ubaldo Nudalo.

There are some speculations that team chemistry will be affected once Gabunas' acquisition will be finalized. Especially with the team's standing in the second round.

"Gabunas' ability will make it par with the loss of the team's enthusiasm rate." says the NT analyst. "And right now, it seems all are pumped up, playing at Gabunas' caliber, and especially, on his side." the analyst added.

Gabunas, a defensive specialist, also known for his sensational plays of defense, and prolific inside plays, has been first acquired by the team XxXJXxX (now known as Alabang Gangbang). Originally a small forward, he has been trained by GM-Vikman because of his unlimited potential.

"Originally a small forward, but with his 7'1 height and 7'5 wing span, we knew we had to spare time on this lad because he has the good eyes on the ball." says one source close to the Red Sox management.

"Asides from being noble and amiable, he is one hell of a dedicated player. his work rate is one for the world to be proud at, and who could resist his stealing abilities?"

Gabunas redefined the term 'big man' in basketball, asides from his offense and defense, he is also ranked third in total steals in the NBBA. 5th in steals per game, and 10th in blocks. And don't forget, he is only 20 years old.

With this performance, and add up his high working rate, it's not hard to imagine him among the best 1000 players in the world. ranked up at 839 in ratings.

Philippine basketball will be changed with his addition, and it's for the better.

team Polydozel upsets CPP-NPA at Mendiola

Polydozel rookie Juppert Zamora erupted for 26 points and 6 assists and going home with the win against the struggling CPP-NPA at Mendiola.

Hipolito Guarnes earned 23 more points and another great performance. Mervyn Jamore played the full 48 minutes and shot 4 of 11, but still managed to contribute 14 points and 9 assists for their team.

Simeon Tongson struggled once again. scoring just two points, but he countered with 16 rebounds and 2 blocks.

"It was somewhat a tight contested game, if not for the 2nd qtr collapse of CPP-NPA, they would have a hard game".

NPA's power forward Karl Golen went for 24 points in the upbeat CPP-NPA pushing offense. And Jesus Sydiongco went 7 of 18 from the field thus earning him 18 points.

"They play with this style all along since the all-star break, and they gave the visiting team a run for their money." says PBA Analyst Sev Sarmienta, as he was the color commentary for the match.

"They have the caliber in giving teams a hard time and it's a sad thought that this will potentially be their final season. Given their current situation." says one executive.

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Famed trainer sacked

Long time Polydozel trainer Cristobal Key was sacked along with their PR manager. It has been reported anytime last week.

The cause is due to the upcoming playoffs staff contract extension that was never arranged perfectly by other teams, one of the top trainers in the country, Julio Jenkins, was available.

"We had to make a move, Key was the core of this team, and we are very blessed with what he gave to the talents in our team, but great opportunities don't come that often and we have to make a choice. Of course we talked to Key and he understood our move".

Key was also interviewed, saying he do not hold anything about the management.

"It was a joint decision." says Key. "They had a thought and I actually encouraged for it." says key, which gave us the astonished look. "Yeah. I think also it's about time for me to move on. I've done everything that I can with the Polydozel, and I'm proud to see them flourish that well, And for me, it was like, 'I've done my work here'."

Key said that there are mountable amount of offers in his house office desk once the news break out the country, proving Key's ability are most wanted in some parts of the country.

"I never thought that this many teams want me." Key added. "I would like to look at them equally, regarding the team potential, and environment. If all permits, I might give another go."

Kings Never Say Die Attitude


Jorans Arena – The Brgy.Ginebra Kings(54085) have successfully defended their League Standings against the Jorans(54076) in a 139-141thriller game. It was a much anticipated match because of the bitter rivalry of the two coaches, as witnessed last season.

From the beginning of the game both teams were making their respective scoring runs. The Jorans Scores more baskets ending the first half dead 57-56. Coach Uichico reminded his boys at the 4th quarter of their NEVER SAY DIE Attitude. He told them to never say die in a game defense. And so the Kings turned up the heat forcing the Jorans to become soft in thier defence and getting 5 steals. Coach Uichico gave special mention to Albert Raniel for playing Monares toe-to-toe. Randy Villaruel , who recently cam e back from an injury, He have a double double performance scoring 25 PTS and getting 17 REB. Veteran Alfonso Aday double double performance too scored a game-high 50 PTS to go along with 12 REB while Jan Brichácek had a near double double performance scoring 28 PTS and 9 AST.

After the game both Coaches shook hands and congratulated each other putting their past behind them.

team Polydozel brings win number 4 at home

Polydozel fans couldn't be more happier.

Once predicted as one of the team to battle out of relegation, team Polydozel shocked the critics once again as they displayed dazzling teamwork as they beat Wandsworth Demons by the score of 130-103, their second 130+ point game, and both at home.

Hipolito Guarnes showed signs of greatness as he tallied up 34 points, an amazing offensive display and defense as well, racking up 20 rebounds (6 offensive), and 6 threes, in 36 minutes.

Herminio Cojuangco, Guarnes' draft mate, scored 24 points, with 6 points from the outside, and 12 of 12 from the line.

"This has been a blow out game from the start, with team Polydozel racking 30-plus points in the first three quarters." says one sports commentator. "Any team who makes 30 points per quarter, always wins." He added.

Ronnie Gotardo added 15 points and 16 rebounds, off the bench, as the mid-season acquisition, Sebastian Alcantara, started in his place, with 12 points and 4 rebounds in 20 minutes.

Melencio Tanas was injured on his 9th minute of play, but tests show negative, and he will be playing in the next game. he scored 7points.

Simeon Tongson did well defensively, as always, shutting down Wandsworth's center, Rafael Dagdag to 3 points. Tongson also brought up 22 assists.

Team Polydozel out-rebounded the Demons 85-54, which is still a "not bad" performance by the Demons. But on the offensive rebound category, the Demons were shut down, with 6 against team Polydozel's 29.

Free throws were another factor in the game. And as always, the tenacious team Polydozel defense.

"Both teams tried to play the fast-paced, outside focus game. And it's very entertaining to watch these two teams going at it... it's like a showdown."

Mervyn Jamora was limited to 8 points and 8 minutes, with 2 threes.

"Cojuangco played very well today, he was one of the factors in this win, and I have nothing to complain about." says Jamora.

team Polydozel advanced to the 2nd round in Jose Rizal cup

PAL Arena -- Team Polydozel looked conformed when they play host to the visiting Shinra SOLDIERS. However, the starting lineup came in suits, planning to sit out the preliminaries.

They also announced that only the remaining 7 players will be playing against the Soldiers. It is what the trainer ordered.

"I felt that they overexerted themselves this week, so I gave them rest. This will be a perfect opportunity to evaluate the bench players." says the trainer.

With this in mind, it's certain that Melencio Tanas will pass through with flying colors.

And flying colors indeed. Tanas finished the game with 31 points, shooting 9 of 17 on the field, with 13-16 throws from the line. He also had 11 rebounds and 9 steals.

Mark Tacdoro looked impressive on the court, racking up 24 points and 20 rebounds (15 offensive). Crashing the boards and post plays proved that Tacdoro is a premier player on the team.

"Team Polydozel was everywhere on the court. playing press after press... rebounding, stealing, you don't know what play they're doing." says one polydozel fan.

With this win, team Polydozel advances to the 2nd round of the 2nd Jose Rizal cup, which is purely a lottery based match-up. With teams like Jubas Beasts, TrailBlazers United, Spider Forest, TGIF MANILA, and Red Robins, this will be most likely a hard Thursday for team Polydozel.

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1st JOSE RIZAL CUP CHAMPIONS

Jubas Astrodome - Exactly one week after defending their Philippine Cup title, the Jubas Beasts added another hardware to their trophy case. They have championed the first ever Jose Rizal Cup tournament in a convincing 171-94(6055344) victory over the Pilipinas Nationals. It has been a rough week for the Beasts coming into this game. Having been handed back-to-back league losses really got them thinking again.

"It's always good to get beaten by good teams in the league. We look at it as a reminder that we have to train harder to achieve out ultimate goal, which is to get the PPL trophy. That's why we came out hard tonight to get us motivated again." says tri-captain Liang Wai Cheng.

Although the Beasts defense was there, it was their offense and rebounding that has been the story of the night. They scored a franchise-record 171 points in a League Game(previous record was 166 in a Scrimmage Game). What made this possible was their 76 rebounds. All of the players grabbed loose balls like, well, Beasts! Expecially Jorge Olivares who grabbed a game-high 19 REB, one short of his career high of 20 REB. Wingmen Amir Cabalquinto and Liang Wai Cheng scored 33 and 31 respectively.

Blue Eagles silence the Kings

Blue Eagle Gym, Quezon City - In what seemed to be the most important game of the season for the Blue Eagles, they have surely delivered. And what better way for them to head to the playoffs than to beat the top-seeded Bgy. Ginebra Kings. With the win over the Kings, and a Letran Knights loss, the Blue Eagles have clinched a playoff spot.

"Well, the hard work doesn't end here for us, we could still grab the 3rd seed for the playoffs assuming that the Kiamba Sharks lose the next game, and we win against the Letran Knights", said high point man German Nader. German Nader scored 19 points and 4 steals for the Blue Eagles.

The Eagles hounded the backcourt duo of Aday and Brichacek who were a combined 10 out of 35 from the field (28%).

"We knew they would be going to Aday and Brichacek, and we put our defensive specialists to make sure their points were limited", said Coach Norman Black.

The Ginebra Kings fought their way back in the third quarter and were able to grab the lead from the Eagles. The Kings, however, were not able to sustain their run going into the fourth as they collapsed both on offense and defense.

Cojuangco un-human in JRC Quarterfinals

It was a classic display of a one-man team playing against a team-oriented ball club. Ubaldo Nudalo Memorial Stadium however will forever be remembering the 68-point, 11 three-pointer performance of team Polydozel second stringer Herminio Cojuangco, who gave the TrailBlazer fans, even the team itself, a nail-biting situation in the second half.

Herminio Cojuangco had the hot hand early in the first quarter, where he scored 13 of team Polydozel's 18-point first quarter score. However, in the second quarter, Cojuangco was limited to a point, and their 2nd quarter score was provided by Magoncia, and Cuaresma.

"I wasn't as aggressive as the first quarter in the 2nd, and I will try my best to give my all in the following quarters." says Cojuangco.

"His best" indeed. As he scored 29 points in the third quarter alone, and then scored 20 on the fourth, en route to his 68 point performance.

"He has the caliber to do this open, he still is young, but with good experience, he will have a good direction." says the Polydozel coach.

Cojuangco was the 3rd round pick in the season 4 draft by the team Polydozel, some consider this as a steal, but with mixed emotions, as he was battling the position with his fellow draftees Hipolito Guarnes and Mike Hontoria.

The three had big potentials and considers can one day be a solid core addition to the squad, however, team Polydozel thinks otherwise and decided to sell Mike Hontoria, to the Italian League, before his passing in Febuary.

Cojuangco is usually a Power Forward, but his speed, athleticism and shooting ability enables him to play the 2, 3, and 4 position. However, he never had a good run in two seasons because of position battles and his role in the team, yet, he was never out of the team.

"He has the talent that nobody wants to give away to. He is part of team Polydozel's future, but he has to figure out his role to the team, as he can always be put in play."

PPL Playoffs on it's way

The stakes are now higher. It has come down to eight teams, battling out for the spot with the most limelight, a BBB opportunity, and most importantly, for the PPL Trophy.

Welcome to the PPL playoffs guys!

New rivals awaken, destinies are formed and new bloods take a chance. This is the new theme in the PPL playoffs. 8 teams, 4 from each conference, 2 will battle it out for the 1 trophy and a season long of brag rights.

It all started on Season 3. 16 teams fight it out for the most elite, and coveted trophy in sports in the country. The pure 24-Karat, Chinese-inscripted trophy was up for grabs. 8 teams reached the playoffs, including Devil Bats Deimon, Jubas Beasts, Air21 Express, and Red Robins. Jubas Beasts and Red Robins has been fighting for the finals spot right from the very start of the league, and it is no different until now.

However, Air21 Express cruised the stage and went 4-0 en route to their first PPL trophy against the Red Robins. After their fantastic performance in season 3, they were disappointing in season 4, wherein they finished 5th in the league.

Rivals Red Robins and Jubas Beasts ignited their flare early as they faced off in the quarterfinals. One win means goodbye to the other, and in this series, The Beasts got the upper hand.

This playoff series was filled with controversy, as two newly promoted teams, Celestial Fury and Ateneo Jologs (now named TrailBlazers United) reached the epitome of the playoffs, Ateneo Jologs winning in three games.

Now, under it's new name but still the same stature, TrailBlazers United came to the 5th season trail-blazing, and reaping the critics with their amazing feats. They were the first team to beat the then-undefeated Jubas Beasts, they end the 5th season with an astounding 20-2 mark. And, led by Ubaldo Nudalo, the team are sure-fire favorites to win the trophy.

The league are plagued again with new comers, taking their chances to steal away the trophy are team Polydozel, who is currently 4th in the league, CPP-NPA, and Pampanga Dragons. These three teams are also former league II champions, so they are surely to be watched out for.

The Beasts and Robins are in a comfortable position to advance in the semi-finals, so expect another bad blood splashing over in the Great 8 Semi-finals. In the Big 8 Semi-finals, TrailBlazers may be anxious to see on who will they face with. As both team Polydozel and Devil Bats Deimon had surely some game for people to watch with.

Season 5 Playoffs can be one of the more competitive against past seasons, if not, the most competitive. But with all the glitz and drama, Season 5 playoffs is surely to be watched for.