Mason Amos sorry for ‘unacceptable’ actions with Ateneo exit
Mason Amos is leaving Ateneo Blue Eagles after just one UAAP season with the team and is reported to be moving to La Salle. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Following his controversial transfer to La Salle, Mason Amos broke his silence and apologized to Ateneo for not disclosing his final decision of his transfer to the team.
Amos, who is currently with Gilas Pilipinas in Latvia for the Fiba Olympic Qualifying Tournament (OTQ), on Friday admitted that he was “not being considerate” with the way his decision to leave the Blue Eagles came to light.
“It’s been a tough week with a decision I made due to my reasons. However, my actions were unacceptable and not called for. Although I did mention the offer to the management, they weren’t informed about my final decision as well as my teammates because I felt that it was a personal decision for me and my family,” wrote Amos on X.
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The news of 6-foot-7 Amos’ departure from Ateneo to reportedly take his act to archrival and Season 86 champion La Salle broke on Monday. He posted a lengthy goodbye to the Blue Eagles on his Instagram the day after.
It’s been a tough week with a decision I made due to my reasons. However my actions were unacceptable and not called for. Although I did mention the offer to the management, they weren’t informed about my final decision as well as my teammates bc I felt that it was a personal…
— Mason Amos (@MasonAmos4) July 5, 2024
“I will apologize for not being considerate. To my teammates, coaches, the community and the alumni I am sorry for my actions and I will own up to a mistake that could’ve been handled better,” Amos said. “I don’t expect forgiveness but I just hope for understanding. I do love Ateneo and I wish all the best.”
The Filipino-Australian big man impressed in his first and only season with the Blue Eagles, averaging 8.7 points and 3.3 rebounds. Ateneo reached the Final Four but got dethroned by the twice-to-beat University of the Philippines.
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La Salle has yet to officially confirm the acquisition of Amos, who will undergo a one-year residency and be eligible to play next year in UAAP Season 88.
Amos is part of Gilas’ bench in Riga, Latvia as the Filipinos chase a ticket to the Paris Olympics. They will face Brazil in the semifinal on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. (Manila time) in Riga.
