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I Had Moved Out

2009-03-04T13:59:00.003+08:00

My avid visitors, I would like to inform you that I had moved out. For updates on basketball, please visit My Unrevealed Thoughts.Thanks a lot!

Pictures of Barangay Ginebra Kings Against Singapore Slingers

2009-01-17T16:27:00.002+08:00

Alex CrisanoBilly MamarilJeff GlogerMacky EscalonaPaul ArtadiRonald TubidSunday SalvacionWillie WilsonThanks to Jason Ho for the pictures. Visit his Flickr Account for more pictures.

Salvacion and Tubid are the Stat Performers Against Singapore Slingers

2009-01-17T16:18:00.002+08:00

From Singapore Slingers WebsiteThe Singapore Slingers ended the Singapore Challenge Series on a high with a dominant 100-68 victory against Ginebra Barangay at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Saturday.Armien Kirkland was the top scorer of the game with 23 points and Sunday Salvacion led the visitors with 17 points.Playing their much anticipated season finale in front of more than 4,000

Singapore Slingers vs Barangay Ginebra Kings

2009-01-14T10:10:00.000+08:00

From Singapore Slingers - Newsletter #45Singapore, 14 January 2009 - The Singapore Slingers will be replacing last Sunday's cancelled match against India's Sathbayama All Stars with a dream match against the Philippine's most popular team - Barangay Ginebra - this Saturday at the Singapore Indoor Stadium at 7.30pm.This will be the last game of the Singapore Challenge Series and the Slingers will

The Kings Bid Goodbye to the All Filipino Cup Conference

2009-01-11T15:19:00.000+08:00

It was a do or die Sunday between the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and the San Miguel Beermen (SMB). Whoever wins the ballgame will advance to the Semis and battle with the Talk N' Text Tropang Texters (TNT).All game long, BGK commands the ballgame. And it was all because of the beyond the arc shots. I then began to admire BGK more, with a depleted line up, it was really all the heart of a

Barangay Ginebra Kings Wants Game 3

2009-01-09T14:50:00.001+08:00

Again, I was not able to watch the Quarter Finals Game between the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and the San Miguel Beermen (SMB). Thus, I have no other recourse but to ask my friends to keep me posted. Nonetheless, I have the feeling that BGK will grab tonight's ballgame.I felt kinda uncomfortable knowing that SMB leads in the first few minutes of the game. It was even more disappointing

It Could Have Been For The Kings

2009-01-07T13:09:00.000+08:00

I kinda miss PBA. I got frustrated last time when the Purefoods TJ Giants (PF) were eliminated in their wildcard game against the Air21 Express. I got a little more disappointed that time since Kerby 'The Kid' Raymundo was only able to gain most of his scores only from the free throw line. Anyway, it was the first game of the Quarter Finals Series between the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK), my

History Repeats Itself for the Barangay Ginebra Kings

2008-12-25T14:08:00.000+08:00

My memory is still clear of the last games of the eliminations last conference. Game 1 then was between the Red Bull Barakos (RB) and the Sta. Lucia Realtors (SLR). Before that game began, Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) still has the chance to make it to the outright semis spot. But, SLR was tooooooo lazy to catch for their win. They could have won the game, tsk tsk tsk. Then there's karma, ha

JayJay and His 3s ... Once More

2008-12-20T21:41:00.000+08:00

It's been a while that I had not written much about JayJay Helterbrand raining 3 point shots. He had been injured. And a lot of other players had stepped up. But this game against the San Miguel Beermen (SMB) at Batangas City reminds me of how great JayJay can shoot from the rainbow country.Well, I got a little irritated of the calls of the officials. Funny that they don't call for a foul

Another Sorry Loss for Talk N' Text Courtesy of Purefoods' Teamwork

2008-12-14T17:39:00.000+08:00

Remember the buzzer beater of Chico Lanete? It was a hurt breaking game for the Talk N' Text Tropang Texters (TNT). When all the while they thought they would win the game, a buzzer beater from Lanete erases those smiles from their faces.Their 2nd encounter was almost the same I can still see the smiles of Mac Mac Cardona and Jason Castro, who thought that they had revenged from their sorry

Eric Menk's Sweet Revenge Against Aces

2008-12-13T21:37:00.000+08:00

This is another out of town game for the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) against the Alaska Aces. In their last out of town game, in Lucena City, they won against the Coca Cola Tigers and Chris had been creditted for stepping up.BGK had a great start. Their defense is working against the Aces and their offense is on their side, especially Paul Artadi whose perimeter shots are working, making it 8-0

Kerby Raymundo Slam

2008-12-11T21:46:00.000+08:00

This is the first time that I saw Kerby Raymundo made a dunk. Love watching this over and over again.

Barangay Ginebra Kings vs Air21 Express Highlights

2008-12-05T20:02:00.001+08:00

December 05, 2008Air21 vs. Ginebra (102 - 84)Araneta Coliseum Junthy Valenzuela vs KG Canaleta Billy Mamaril Slam against Arwind Santos (no foul huh?) Alex Crisano Slam (technical? c'mon, Kelly Wiliams, Gabe Norwood, and Arwind Santos slams that way as well) Raffy Reavis Blocked Arwind Santos (foul?!)

Barangay Ginebra Kings Nailed Down Red Bull Barakos

2008-12-03T22:25:00.006+08:00

Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) will still be missing JayJay Helterbrand's service in tonight's ball game. But, it never really matter at all now. BGK, just like last conference, always have someone from their roster to step-up and save the team. In the last two (2) games, it was Sunday Salvacion. And sometimes, missing a key player had been an advantage. The opponent would be puzzled on whom

Sunday's Salvacion

2008-11-27T11:51:00.006+08:00

Who would have thought Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) would win tonight? BGK is really missing Mark Caguioa (MC), but now, missing JayJay Helterbrand could be the worst nightmare. BGK might have survived last conference championship because it was only JayJay who cannot play. MC is still around then, and he was the one who got the crucial rebounds in Game 7 to enable BGK to grab the championship

Purefoods TJ Giants Buzzer Beaters

2008-11-25T21:46:00.008+08:00

I have been loving watching Purefoods TJ Giants (PF) games. Aside from Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK), I am a PF fanatic. Aside from Chris Pacana, I'm a Kerby Raymundo fan.Well, I've collected three (3) of the most exciting ball games of PF. Their buzzer beaters. It would really make your body hair stand for excitement and happiness.James Yap Buzzer Beater He had done this many times before

Kerby Raymundo Doing It the Michael Jordan Way

2008-11-25T21:27:00.004+08:00

Finally, I was able to crop the video to showcase Kerby Raymundo's reverse layup. And that layup reminds me of Michael Jordan's number 1 move in his Top 10 Amazing moves. PF vs Air21 (October 31, 2008) MJ top 1 Amazing Moves

No MC This AFC?

2008-11-14T15:01:00.001+08:00

It is not that surprising when Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) started the All Filipino Cup (AFC) without Mark Caguioa (MC). His knees, both knees, are injured and over used last conference where they won the championship.But despite playing without MC, and whole lot more of the key players, the BGK managed to have won 3 out of its 9 games in the first round of the eliminations. Someone always

Barangay Ginebra Kings Breaks the Spell at Lucena City

2008-11-08T14:46:00.000+08:00

November 08, 2008Lucena CityCoke vs BGK (77-81)It is the first out-of-town game of the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) for this conference. Hoping that the 5 game losing skid would be broken this time around. What was happening to BGK is almost similar to what happened last conference. They started 0-5, then 2-7, then finally was able to make a Quarter Finals berth, and of course, winning the

Purefoods Survived Despite Unbelievable Calls from the Officials

2008-11-01T00:46:00.003+08:00

I never watched Game 1. I am only watching Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and Purefoods TJ Giants (PF) games. My friend, whom I treated as my younger sister asked me to update her of the game since she won't be ablt to watch it. And it's my pleasure updating her.To my surprise, James Carlos Yap will be playing. News had told that he might not play due to injury. As what the commentators said,

Barangay Ginebra Kings, 2-2 on October 22

2008-10-24T17:06:00.001+08:00

I was so lucky that I have my BGK Jamships. With them, I can now often watch PBA live, hihi. Last night, I was there at the Big Dome to witness the game between Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and San Miguel Beermen (SMB).We arrived before the end of 3rd Quarter of the First Game (Coca Cola Tigers vs Sta. Lucia Realtors). I cheered for Coke, since I don't like SLR. It was a close ball game.

Barangay Ginebra Kings, 2-2 on October 22 Pictures

2008-10-24T17:05:00.000+08:00

Alex CabagnotMark MacapagalJay-Ar Aquino, Junthy Valenzuela, and Billy MamarilMacky EscalonaMike HolperSunday SalvacionPaul Artadi and JayJay HelterbrandCoach Siot Tanquincen, Lordy Tugade, and Marc PingrisCoach Allan CaidicCoach Jong UichicoMarc Pingris

Barangay Ginebra Kings Felt Tubid's Loss

2008-10-19T23:17:00.001+08:00

My cousin was really encouraging me to watch tonight's ball game. He would even treat me with court side ticket (generous, huh?), just for me to come. But, I don't know, I said 'NO'.Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) battled with the Red Bull (RB) Barakos, still, with a depleted line up. I was not able to watch the first few minutes of the game. Thanks to my ever-loving friends who updated me of what's

Game 8 of the Championship?

2008-10-13T09:20:00.005+08:00

My cousin had been encouraging me to watch PBA live at the Araneta Coliseum yesterday. He said that it would be a championship-like battle between Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) and Air21 Express since they were the teams that fought for the crown last Fiesta Conference. But due to personal reasons, I was not able to join them. I just watched the game on TV, CS9, with poor reception and boring

20081012 - BGK vs Air21

2008-10-12T22:00:00.000+08:00

From yanpac's ChannelBrgy Ginebra Kings vs Air21 ExpressAraneta ColiseumFinal Score: 101 - 92

Battle of the Champions (Barangay Ginebra Kings vs Sta. Lucia Realtors)

2008-10-09T14:31:00.006+08:00

For photos, click here --> PF vs RB and BGK vs SLR PicturesLast night was the first game of the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) for the 2008-2009 KFC Philippine Cup. Their first assignment, the reigning 2007-2008 All Filipino Cup Champions, the Sta. Lucia Realtors (SLR). Hence, it would be Battle of the Champions -- AFC Champs vs the FiestaCon Champs. And I was very lucky to be watching the game

Battle of the Champions (Barangay Ginebra Kings vs Sta. Lucia Realtors)

2008-10-09T00:42:00.001+08:00

James YapKerby RaymundoFinals Score (PF vs RB)Warming UpBGK's first basket was c/o Chris Pacana, and it was from the 3pt arc2nd QuarterEnd of First HalfEnd of 3rd QuarterFinals Score (BGK vs SLR)Chris PacanaPaul 'The Kid Lightning' ArtadiJay-Ar Aquino and Macky Escalonanow with Willy WilsonJunthy 'The Hitman' ValenzuelaBilly MamarilRonald 'Mr. Fearless' TubidOffcourt MagazineEric 'Marjor Pain'

Air21 Express vs Rain or Shine Elasto Painters plus Fouls

2008-10-06T15:49:00.001+08:00

I was not able to watch this game since I have much more important things to do. But, I find it unbelievable that Arwind Santos be called for a flagrant foul penalty 2, making him leave the playing court earlier than expected. I only have this video to help me be convinced of the foul. Uhm, in my point of view, probably biased, it should not have been penalty 2. Seems that the officials

PBA JAM Kick Off Party

2008-10-02T16:54:00.008+08:00

Last night, October 1, was PBA's Kick Off Party. Luckily, I was able to attend the said event. It's fun. A lot of players are present, except for Air 21 Express, I suppose. However, since I knew only a few of them, I failed to recognize most of the players, haha. Here are some pictures of the event.Jondan Salvador and Billy MamarilJunJun Cabatu, new recruit of Barangay Ginebra KingsOlsen

Barangay Ginebra Kings Victory Party

2008-09-27T22:09:00.004+08:00

Last night, the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) celebrated their Victory Party at the San Miguel Corp Building in Ortigas for being the 2008 Smart PBA Fiesta Conference Champions. Luckily, with someone else's good heart, I was able to come to the party and meet the players of BGK. Here are some pictures of the event...Newspaper Dance, Ronald Tubid and his partner won.My favorite player, Chris

BGK Players Outside the Playing Court

2008-09-15T23:21:00.002+08:00

I am already missing my favorite player, Chris Pacana, as well as his teammates. The next conference, All Filipino Cup, is to start October 4, 2008. Still half a month. So, I just have to watch the videos I've downloaded of their previous games to somewhat relieve the feeling, haha. Good thing, some of the Barangay Ginebra Kings players had indulged themselves into some other stuff, aside

Interview of the Champions

2008-08-23T02:06:00.005+08:00

For those who missed the awarding ceremony of the 2008 Smart PBA Fiesta Conference, here you go. There's not much that I can say. All I know is, of all the awards one can get, it was always the runner-up who takes his trophy with a frown. It was so nice hearing the song 'We Are The Champions' by the 'Queen'. It was even more nicer since the song was for the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK).

We Are The Champions

2008-08-21T09:40:00.006+08:00

We Are The Champions - Queen Music Code"We are the champions, my friend.And we'll keep on fighting, till the end.We are the champions.We are the champions.No time for losers, 'coz we are the champions, of the world."Coach Bo Perasol, before the Finals started, told that it would be Air21 vs The Philippines in the 2007-2008 Smart PBA Fiesta Conference Championship. If this is so, I believe The

Chris Pacana

2008-08-19T22:32:00.004+08:00

Who is Chris Pacana? I really don't know Chris Pacana until I was able to watch him play with Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK), wearing Jersey Number 22. I believe the first time I saw him in the hard court, he made a 3 pointer that equally impresses me as his looks does. I usually admire point guards. Thus, Chris Pacana captured my admiration.If you would dig in to my blog, my first post was

The Best Players Are In Barangay Ginebra Kings

2008-08-11T07:34:00.005+08:00

Finally, I've got the courage to write this article. I wanted to have this posted last Friday, but words are so hard to find, even last night.Photo grabbed from www.pba-online.netJayJay Helterbrand and Cris Alexander of the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) are hailed as the Best Player and Best Import of the Conference (BPC and BIC) respectively. The moment I heard this news from my JAMSHIPS, I had

Barangay Ginebra Kings At Its Best, 13 Win Streak!

2008-08-06T22:42:00.003+08:00

Mark Caguioa had once promised, "We'll go to the championship". Andnow, here we are at his promised series.It was Game 1 of the Fiesta Conference Championship, Air21 Express vs the Philippines, I mean, vs the Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK). It was Air21's first finals appearance. It was BGK's moment to extend their win streak to 13, JayJay Helterbrand's (the leagues' best point guard, 4th in MVP

JayJay, The Next MVP?

2008-08-02T02:30:00.013+08:00

The poll I have in this blog for "who could be the next Most Valuable Player (MVP)?" is now over. Just in time before the annual awarding of the PBA this season. Landslide victory to my personal bet, JayJay "The Fast version 2.0" Helterbrand.#1 Kelly WilliamsKelly Williams of Sta. Lucia Realtors (SLR) might have the edge for they won the All Filipino Cup this season. They even reached up to

Mark Caguioa, Very True To His Words

2008-07-27T20:16:00.004+08:00

Who would have thought that Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK) would be in the finals? They started 0-5. I even get frustrated at that time. But my Angel told me, it was just the first round. He even told me that BGK can still won the championship.Then, BGK standing become 2-7. And a promise from Mark Caguioa (MC) had come in. I've searched YouTube for the interview but failed to find one. So

JayJay and His 3s ... Again

2008-07-26T01:40:00.002+08:00

You might want to read JayJay and His 3s first before continue reading on.For the past 2 games, I hadn't post any article. Game 1, hmmm.. too early to celebrate, I might boast on the 9 win streak of Barangay Ginebra Kings (BGK). Game 2, I really, really love to create a blog. But words aren't coming easy since I wasn't able to watch the game. Game 3, this time, I was able to watch the game

Ginebra Advances to Semis. Kelly Bids Goodbye to MVP?

2008-07-16T19:51:00.007+08:00

As Barangay Ginebra sweeps the Best of 3 Series of the Quarter Finals, could it also mean "Kelly would bid goodbye to MVP?"So sad I failed to watch the game. Thanks to my dear friends, Patrice, Thania, and Rochelle, for keeping me posted. Thanks also to captainlionheart16 who posted the game in YouTube immediately. I downloaded the videos and watched it, along with the commercials. :)SLR played

Leather Ejected, James Yap Runs Away Like A Kid

2008-07-10T06:11:00.002+08:00

Last night, it was a do or die game for SLR vs Alaska (Game 1) and TNT vs Purefoods (Game 2). I failed to watch the first game for it started 4:40PM, I was still at the office by that time. Game 1's winner was SLR, a come from behind, having Joseph Yeo as the Best Player of the Game.Luckily, I was able to watch Game 2 from the very first minutes of the first quarter. Kerby Raymundo was playing

JayJay and His 3s

2008-07-02T08:37:00.004+08:00

Coach Jong Uichico commends JayJay for his improving defense. He has been playing well defensively this conference. That's how he see JayJay. But for me, I see him differently.For the last three games (Purefoods, Coke, and TNT), JayJay just shows how he can break the opponents' hearts. Just when the opponents are running for the win, he simply stops them with his three pointers. :DGinebra vs

No One Can Stop Ginebra, When There's Helterbrand and Caguioa

2008-06-30T07:28:00.003+08:00

Finally, after two weeks, my waiting is over. My heartbeats faster from the start of the First Quarter until the last free throw of Mark Caguioa. And like lovers that missed each others arms, Ginebra responded with an 11-point victory against Talk N' Text, 100-89. And who else could be the player of the game? No other than JayJay "The Fast" Helterbrand. Love it!Have you watched the game? If

Sta. Lucia and Their Dirty Defense

2008-06-27T23:22:00.004+08:00

No offense to Sta. Lucia fans, but, I really find their defense and physicality as "DIRTY". Just earlier, I watched their game against Purefoods. And, obviously, I cheered for the TJ Giants. Gladly, Purefoods won, 104-89.I really find the way they play dirty and without respect to the opponent. Many commented on Ronald Tubid as the player who never admitted a foul called against him. But, I think

Ginebra vs Alaska vs Frank

2008-06-24T16:40:00.005+08:00

Aside from missing my Angel (see My Unrevealed Thoughts for details) last Sunday, I also miss this guy, JayJay Helterbrand. Waking up knowing that Typhoon Frank caused brownout across the region, the next thing that comes my mind was “How can I watch Ginebra’s game tonight?”, hahahaha…Good that by 4PM, electrical power is back. I immediately turn on the TV. It was then Welcoat vs Air21, 1st

Ray Allen [26pts, 3PFG 7/9]

2008-06-19T09:36:00.000+08:00

Hmmm... I remembered my love for NBA was influenced by my father. It was NBA Finals then, can't really remember when. All I know was, the battle is between Michael Jordan and, uhmm, who's that guy again? Ah, Karl Malone. And since I always go for the second best, I've cheered for Karl Malone. We all know how legendary Michael Jordan is, but still, I've chosen Karl Malone. :)But then, after a

JayJay Helterbrand - Second Best?

2008-06-19T08:42:00.000+08:00

It's been a long time since I'm into basketball. Those were the days when I've cheered for Johnny "The Flying A" Abarrientos of Alaska rather than cheering for Vergel "The Voyager" Meneses of Sunkist. Probably because, I always admire those who are "second best". Well, those were during my high school years. Then, I suddenly stop watching PBA.Not until I've watched Game 6 of the 2007 All Filipino