Gilas still has full SMC support even without Alfrancis Chua

Alfrancis Chua stresses a point during the press conference. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ Alfrancis Chua won’t be on the Gilas Pilipinas sidelines when the National Five opens a new leaf in its chapter under Tim Cone. “At the moment, I just can’t. It’ll be hard for me,” the animated executive told the Inquirer when asked about…

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After Asian Games success, Alfrancis Chua says future with Gilas is in SBP’s hands

Alfrancis Chua during a press conference at the PBA Office in Quezon City.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Credited for being one of the prime movers in the Philippines’ return to the Asian Games’ basketball summit, Alfrancis Chua leaving his future with the national basketball program in the hands of Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP). “For now, I’m…

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Alfrancis Chua bench post also helped convince Tim Cone take on Asian Games job

Tim Cone at the Fiba World Cup. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net Sure, Tim Cone would have never accepted the Gilas Pilipinas coaching post without the blessing and urging of San Miguel Corp.’s (SMC) top executive Ramon Ang. But the seasoned coach said he returned to the national team saddle on the fulfillment of another condition: that Alfrancis…

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Unseeded pals Chua, Aranas restore PH back to billiards throne with thrilling title run – rezal404

Johann Chua (right) and James Aranas during the awarding ceremony. —MATCHROOM SPORTS PHOTO Johann Chua and James Aranas had reasons to be sentimental about the journey that not only gave the Philippines its fourth title in the World Cup of Pool, but also fulfilled the two friends’ lifelong dream. “We have known each other since…

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Johann Chua, James Aranas lead PH to record fourth World Cup of Pool title – rezal404

Johann Chua, left, and James Aranas celebrate the Philippines’ fourth World Cup of Pool title. Photo from Matchroom Pool MANILA, Philippines-Johann Chua and James Aranas gave the Philippines a record fourth World Cup of Pool title after defeating Germany’s Joshua Filler and Moritz Neuhausen, 11-7, in the final held Sunday (early Monday Manila time) in…

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Philippines’ Johann Chua, James Aranas reach World Cup of Pool final – rezal404

Philippines’ Johann Chua and James Aranas during World Cup of Pool 2023 at Pazo De Feiras E Congresos De Lugo on Sunday, July 02, 2023 in LUGO LUGO. –Taka Wu/Matchroom Multi Sport Johann Chua and James Aranas avoided another collapse to edge out Austria’s Mario He and Albin Ouschan, 9-8, to reach the final of…

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PH’s James Aranas, Johann Chua book World Cup of Pool quarterfinal berth – rezal404

Philippines’ James Aranas and Johann Chua. in the World Cup of Pool. -CONTRIBUTED PHOTO James Aranas pulled off a golden break as he and Johann Chua completed the Philippines’ 7-2 victory over Jonas Souto and Jose Alberto Delgado of host Spain on Friday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup of Pool. A break…

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Carlo Biado, Johann Chua assured of bronze in 9-ball doubles – rezal404

FILE – Carlo Biado during the men’s 9-ball billiards final in the 31st SEA Games in Hanoi, Vietnam. SEA GAMES POOL MANILA, Philippines-Carlo Biado and Johann Chua assured themselves of going home with a medal in the 32nd Cambodia Southeast Asian Games after advancing to the semifinals of the men’s 9-ball doubles on Friday. Out…

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Carlo Biado, Johann Chua exit 9-ball singles event – ​​rezal404

FILE – Johann Chua during the men’s 9-ball billiards final in the 31st SEA Games in Hanoi, Vietnam. SEA GAMES POOL MANILA, Philippines—Despite being favorites to go far in the 9-ball billiards event, Filipino bets Johann Chua and Carlo Biado made early exits in the 32nd Southeast Asian Games at Aeon 2 Sen Seok, Cambodia,…

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