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Do not question Filipino because of height because the passion their passions are taller than of Americans who have the National Basketball Tournament.
Do not belittle the skills and abilities of every Filipino who play basketball because you will be amaze of the Never Say Die spirit and ‘Puso’ (heart) motivation.
Filipinos how to play the games; knows what strategy play could win the match; knows how to use the players in their positions; knows how to do good offense; much better in the defense; and everybody are basketball analyst to NBA, PBA, FIBA and even Olympic games.
Because we start from the very remote and small part of our government—the barangay or village. No fiesta will be held without the basketball tournament. Would you believe that a 600 village community can organized a 5 team to compete in the tournament could be per zones, per sectors like youth, senior citizens, barangay officials, professionals and barangay tanods.
From this lowest sector, you can see and choose the best players who can be included to the team for the town or city. Sometimes, the local government will organize an Inter-Barangay Basketball Tournament so they can scout the best players. From town or city, the scouting will go to the province.
The developments come from the roots. Kids learn basketball at very young age. Two years old know how to hold the ball and at three knows how to shoot the ball. At four they are already in the barangay plaza where a basketball court is situated and already playing.
Manny Pacquiao, a great boxer in the world, 5’6” in height, but look at him, he is the playing coach of one of the team in Philippine Basketball Association. That is the passion in the Philippine basketball. There is burning desire.
Steph Curry may be amazed when he was block by Gian Mamuyac in his 3-point shoot but that only shows the burning desire of every Filipino basketball die hards.
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I don't usually watch barangay tournament in our place maybe because its not my interest but still many folks have always been over gaga in some basketball tournament in their barangay like it seems a much awaited event to watch out for! My youngest brother has been a MVP of their league but later he stop playing in the tournament due to a certain fracture in his right legs.
Still one of the hottest sports in the Philippine backyard. Basketball have been always part of barangay fiesta. If only Filipinos have height then we have also in the top teams of the world.
It is not a question of the place which you are coming from but how you are playing. Basketball is my favorite game. I like it. My daughter represented Nationals also. Though she is short she plays extremely well. That is why she was selected. You could understand how much I like the game.
This is the game meant for quickness and mental alertness. One should keep on moving throughout the time and watch for the ball.
Your country is really doing a good effort.At the same time, the Government and people are also equally showing interest in improving their game.
Yes, taller than the Americans are playing today national basket ball tournament in Philippine with full zeal and zest among the national and international audience.
The tournament is now officially open for this year’s Mayor’s Cup Inter-Barangay Basketball. The Opening ceremony participated by 20 teams from the different barangays was held at the Villasis Gymnasium last March 28, 2015.
In his welcome address, Liga Pres. Hon. Romeo S. Abrenica said “enjoy game without physically hurting anyone. Huwag kayong papaapekto sa mga kantiyaw ng manonood at para sa lahat iwasan niyo sana ang pakikipag-pustahan dahil ito ang nagiging sanhi ng mainit na laro, gulo at away. Sa mga officials and referees, tingnan mabuti ang bawat call para magkaroon tayo ng magandang laro.”
Mayor Dita thanked everyone who participated in this year’s tournament and stressed that sports is one of her priority projects intended for youths to have a worthwhile activity while resting from school and to enhance their skills in basketball and to develop camaraderie, teamwork and discipline.
Municipal Officials who attended the opening ceremony were Vice Mayor Paz Rafanan, Coun. Louie Sison, Coun. Nong Costales, Coun. Cheryll Tan, Coun. Judith Morden, Coun. Richie Cacapit Coun. Rolly Morden and Brgy. Captains of the participating teams.
Special awards were also given during the opening ceremony. Mayor’s Cup 2015 Muse was Miss Angelica C. Guinto, muse of Brgy. Capulaan. She received Php 3,000.00 from Ex-Mayor Nato and Mayor Dita Abrenica. Best in Uniform winner was Brgy. Piaz team and received Php 5,000.00 cash prize.