MANILA, Philippines — Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas president Al Panlilio is eyeing San Miguel Corporation sports director Alfrancis Chua to play a bigger role for Gilas Pilipinas.
The amiable SBP chieftain acknowledged Chua 's huge contributions during the Philippine team's ascent to the mountain top of Asian basketball following Gilas ' gold-medal feat in last year's Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.'We are talking to Alfrancis,' said Panlilio during the recent press conference where he discussed about Gilas ' upcoming games in the second window of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers in Manila. 'He has been helping in the background.
'Gilas men's coach Tim Cone echoed Panlilio's sentiment, noting how great of a motivator Chua is.'One of the things that we are hoping hard is that Alfrancis Chua would join us and we are looking forward to him joining me on the bench and being a stronger part of the program,' shared Cone.'He has always been there for me to consult with and talk with.
Wants Broader Role For Chua In Gilas
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