Yoyong Martires dies at the age of 77 after living a 'very adventurous and colorful life' that saw him play in the PBA and Olympics, and enjoy a decades-long career in showbiz and politics
Yoyong Martires dies at the age of 77 after living a 'very adventurous and colorful life' that saw him play in the PBA and Olympics , and enjoy a decades-long career in showbiz and politics
“He was surrounded by his family and loved ones during this difficult time. He lived a very adventurous and colorful life,” Martires’ daughter wrote on Facebook. Coming out of Southwestern University in Cebu, Martires played for San Miguel in the now-defunct Manila Industrial and Commercial Athletic Association and the Philippine Basketball Association from 1972 to 1982.
With the national team, Martires represented the country in the 1972 Munich Olympics in Germany, teaming up with the likes of fellow legends Bogs Adornado, Manny Paner, and Freddie Webb.
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