Showing posts with label Basketball. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Basketball. Show all posts
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Philippines sets new Guinness world record in basketball marathon (VIDEO)
It’s only proper that this basketball-crazy nation now owns the wacky record for the longest non-stop basketball ever played in the world.
Intrepid participants in the 2014 Philippine Basketball Marathon achieved the feat for the country after playing continuous basketball from 9 a.m. Monday to around the same time yesterday morning at the Meralco Gym.
With their unbending spirit and resolve, the Phl cage marathoners logged a little over 120 hours of play, surpassing the time of 112 hours and 13 seconds the Missouri Athletic Club set in its own wacky game in St. Louis, Missouri on March 21 to 25, 2012.
Monday, November 18, 2013
Grinnell's Jack Taylor scores 109 points, averaging 90 a game (VIDEO)
Jack Taylor of Division III Grinnell College scored 109 points against Crossroads in a 173-123 win on Sunday afternoon. After scoring 71 points in the season opener, Taylor's now averaging 90 points a game.
Friday, November 15, 2013
Guinness World Record For Longest Basketball Shot (VIDEO)
Trend setters and innovators of the game of basketball for decades, the iconic Harlem Globetrotters have added another in a long line of amazing feats, as Globetrotters rookie Thunder Law today smashed the official Guinness World Records® record for the longest basketball shot – connecting from 109 feet 9 inches, besting the old mark of 104 feet 7 inches, set nearly three years ago.
Law broke the record at US Airways Center in Phoenix, home of the Phoenix Suns, as part of the ninth annual Guinness World Records Day.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Scary Hoop Collapse on Globetrotter, Shatters Backboard (VIDEO)
Bull Bullard is definitely one of the most exciting players on the team. At 6'4, he's insanely athletic and physically, a freak of nature. That's what got him to the finals of American Ninja Warrior without training for it a day in his life. That's also what led to one of the most terrifying moments of his career.
Thursday, October 31, 2013
PBA to implement 'equalizer rule' in next Commissioner's Cup
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) will be implementing a new rule regarding the height limit for imports who will be playing in the Commissioner’s Cup in the league’s 2013-2014 season.
They will have to pass the required 6’9” height limit for the Commissioner’s Cup, which comes after the season opening Philippine Cup.
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Friday, October 25, 2013
High school player scores 120 points in a game
A player of the AMA Junior Titans reportedly scored a stunning 120 points during a game against Lord’s Grace Christian University in the 8th Mariano Bondoc Cup held at the Hope Christian Academy in Quezon City.
Clark Quijano, a 16-year-old player, fired off 120 points in only three quarters of action to lead his team to a 166-85 victory.
Clark Quijano, a 16-year-old player, fired off 120 points in only three quarters of action to lead his team to a 166-85 victory.
Friday, September 13, 2013
EuroBasket 2013: Top 5 plays September 12 (VIDEO)
FIBA Eurobasket 2013: A whirlwind day at EuroBasket 2013 saw host Slovenia hand Italy their first defeat, while Croatia routed Finland and Greece prevailed in a thriller against Spain. (watch the game highlights videos here)
Meanwhile, Here's the Top 5 plays on September 12, 2013. Thursday's Group F games saw plenty of high-flying action - enjoy!
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
FIBA EuroBasket 2013 Top 5 Plays: September 9 (VIDEO)
EuroBasket 2013. FIBA Europe released monday's top 5 plays as the First Round of EuroBasket 2013 concluded.
Jhong Hilario does back-flip free throw (VIDEO)
The basketball world has seen many free-throw routines, from Karl Malone's 45-second self-prayer to the more basic dribbles and tosses of the ball.
The idea is for players to have something to fall back upon, to enter a familiar, comfortable space as opposing fans attempt to get in their heads. Everyone, from the worst shooters to the very best, has some routine when they head to the line.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Gilas PH to skip FIBA Asia Champions Cup due to lack of players
Following its successful campaign in the world championship qualifier, Gilas Pilipinas chose to beg off from competing in the 24th Fiba-Asia Champions Cup set in Amman, Jordan next week.
The unavailability of players for the Sept. 13-21 tournament was the reason team manager Butch Antonio cited for the non-participation of the country in the meet last staged here in 2011.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Gilas coach Chot Reyes wants tune-up matches with African teams
Gilas Pilipinas coach Chot Reyes is now looking at tune-up matches with African teams in preparation for their stint in the 2014 FIBA World Cup in Spain.
If the goal is to beat the African teams in the world joust, the Nationals, of course, must learn how to handle the tall, athletic African players.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
PBA D-League requires new players to apply for Rookie Draft
The PBA Developmental League has announced the addition of a rookie draft prior to the start of the 2014 season, the league said in a statement on the official PBA Twitter account.
In the past, clubs were free to sign any players without restrictions, but the introduction of the draft looks to even the playing field by reducing the number of 'super teams' with stacked rosters.
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Shang Ping first Chinese basketball player in Euroleague
Greek champion Panathinaikos Athens made basketball history by signing forward Shang Ping, who becomes the first Chinese player to join a European team.
Shang arrives from Qingdao DoubleStar Eagles of the Chinese Basketball Association. He is considered to be a physical player and an outstanding defensive presence.
Sunday, August 18, 2013
The Future of Gilas Pilipinas Five ?
The past week, the coaching staff and players of Gilas Pilipinas has been showered with well-deserved accolades for its historic accomplishment in the FIBA-Asia tournament.
Against all odds, the team finished second and booked a much-appreciated ticket to the World Cup of Basketball in Spain next year. So far, Iran, the Philippines, Korea, the USA and host Spain have qualified. We’ll have to wait for the rest of the 24 slots to be filled.
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Philippines vs South Korea: Basketball History
When it comes to bringing tears to the eyes of Filipino fans, the most dramatic Koreanovelas have nothing on the South Korean national basketball team.
South Korea has been responsible for the most pain for the Philippine team when it comes to international basketball. The Philippines has not won against South Korea in a high-level basketball match since the 1985 Asian Basketball Championship.
Friday, July 26, 2013
Gilas Pilipinas vs PBA Stars Full Game Replay (July 24)
The Gilas Pilipinas, Philippine national basketball team, needed a strong fourth quarter to turn back the PBA Selection, 99-87, in an exhibition game at the MOA Arena on Wednesday.
THE SCORES:
Gilas Pilipinas 99 - De Ocampo 16, David 14, Chan 13, Norwood 13, Douthit 11, Fajardo 8, Aguilar 6, Fonacier 5, Alapag 4, Castro4, Tenorio 3, Pingris 2, Belga 0.
PBA Stars 87 - Santos 21, Tiu 14, Canaleta 13, Lee 13, Ellis 9, Reavis 6, Abueva 5, Casio 3, Baguio 2, Cabagnot 1, Simon 0, Barroca 0, Washington 0.
Monday, July 22, 2013
Japan to bring Sakuragi in FIBA Asia Championship
The Japanese national men’s basketball team will be leaning on an athletic forward named Sakuragi in its campaign in the FIBA Asia Championship.
Unfortunately for local fans of the anime series “Slam Dunk,” it won’t be redheaded rebounder Hanamichi Sakuragi.
Sunday, July 21, 2013
Gilas Pilipinas confident about FIBA Asia Championship
With two international training trips under its belt, the Philippine national men’s basketball team is confident heading into the FIBA Asia Championship on August 1.
“I think we made a lot of positive steps and we are closer to being ready today than we were a month ago,” said Rain or Shine forward Gabe Norwood, a veteran international campaigner who also represented the Philippines in 2007 and 2009.
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Norman Black says China, Iran, South Korea are teams to beat
Fresh from a whirlwind scouting trip that took him to two Asian countries, Gilas Pilipinas assistant coach Norman Black has listed defending champion China, Iran, and South Korea as the three teams to beat in the FIBA Asia Men’s Championship in two weeks' time.
The multi-titled coach travelled all the way to Guangzhou, China for the Fiba Stankovic Cup, primarily to take a closer look at the Chinese team under renowned former Greek national coach Panagiotis Giannakis.
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