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Dondon Hontiveros
Donaldo "Dondon" Cabañes Hontiveros (born June 1, 1977) is a Filipino politician and former professional basketball player. He is a member of the Cebu City Council since June 30, 2022 and previously from 2019 to 2021. He was the Vice Mayor of Cebu City from November 2021 to June 2022, by virtue of succession due to the death of Mayor Edgardo Labella. He is also an assistant coach for the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), though he is on leave from the team due to his government duties. In basketball, Hontiveros has won three PBA championships and was a 13-time PBA All-Star. He started his career in his hometown of Cebu City, playing for the University of Cebu at the collegiate level and becoming professional with the Cebu Gems of the Metropolitan Basketball Association (MBA). In the 2000 PBA draft, he was a direct hire of Tanduay and was later traded to the San Miguel Beermen, where he won the 2005 and 2009 PBA Fiesta Conference ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Honorable
''The Honourable'' (British English) or ''The Honorable'' (American English; see spelling differences) (abbreviation: ''Hon.'', ''Hon'ble'', or variations) is an honorific style that is used as a prefix before the names or titles of certain people, usually with official governmental or diplomatic positions. Use by governments International diplomacy In international diplomatic relations, representatives of foreign states are often styled as ''The Honourable''. Deputy chiefs of mission, , consuls-general and consuls are always given the style. All heads of consular posts, whether they are honorary or career postholders, are accorded the style according to the State Department of the United States. However, the style ''Excellency'' instead of ''The Honourable'' is used for ambassadors and high commissioners. Africa The Congo In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the prefix 'Honourable' or 'Hon.' is used for members of both chambers of the Parliament of the Democratic Re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters
The Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters is a professional basketball team owned by Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc., which debuted in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) in the 2016 Commissioner's Cup. The franchise began after the company acquired the second Barako Bull team in January 2016. History In March 2011, Phoenix Petroleum Philippines, Inc., a sponsor of the PBA games, had expressed interest in acquiring a PBA franchise and were in talks to acquire the franchise of the original Barako Bull Energy Boosters team (owned by the Energy Food and Drink, Inc.). For the sale to proceed, a two-thirds approval from the PBA Board of Governors was needed (7 out of 10 votes). However, it failed to get the necessary number of votes. Reportedly, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) intended to rename its PBA team as the Petron Blaze Boosters for the 2011 PBA Governors Cup, hence its objection to the proposed entry of Phoenix Petroleum, a business competitor of Petron, in 2011. SMC ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine Basketball Association Mythical Team
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Mythical Team is an honor given annually to the best players in each of the five basketball positions: point guard, shooting guard, small forward, power forward and center. A Second Mythical Team was institutionalized in 1984 Events January * January 1 – The Bornean Sultanate of Brunei gains full independence from the United Kingdom, having become a British protectorate in 1888. * January 7 – Brunei becomes the sixth member of the Association of Southeas .... Selections Most selections The following table only lists players with at least five total selections. Notes {{reflist, group=n Mythical Team Awards established in 1975 1975 establishments in the Philippines ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2007 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2007 PBA All-Star Weekend was the annual all-star weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)'s 2006–07 PBA season. The events were held at the Pacoy Ortega Gym, San Fernando City, La Union and at the University of Baguio Gym, Baguio. Thursday events Obstacle Challenge Time in seconds. Shooting Stars Challenge Jayjay Helterbrand, Dominic Uy and San Fernando City councilor Panding Nince def. Mick Pennisi, Richard del Rosario and councilor Pablo Ortega. Trick Shot Challenge Dennis Miranda def. Ranidel de Ocampo and Ronald Tubid. Three-point shootout Hontiveros, Miller and David qualified for the Legends Shootout. Slam Dunk competition Failed to qualify: Kelly Williams, Gabby Espinas, Aaron Aban, Ronald Tubid Rookie-Sophomore Blitz Game In the game, there were four 10-minute quarters, the 8-second rule was lessened into 6 seconds, the shot clock was cut into 18 seconds, and a slam dunk counted for three points. Sunday events Legends Shootout All-Star ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2017 PBA All-Star Week
The 2017 PBA All-Star Week was the annual all-star week of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)'s 2016–17 season which was on April 26 to 30, 2017 on three different venues covering Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The all-star week kicked off in Cagayan de Oro (Mindanao) on April 26, then was held in Lucena (Luzon) together with the skills challenge on April 28, then capped off on April 30 in Cebu City. Three PBA All-Star teams, one each with players representing Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao pitted against Gilas Pilipinas, the men's national basketball team. Gilas Pilipinas players played for the PBA All-Star team if they hail to the game's host region. , interaksyon.com, February 26, 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2015 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2015 PBA All-Star Weekend, also known as the 2015 Smart-PBA All-Star for sponsorship reasons, was the annual all-star weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)'s 2014–15 season. The events were held at the Puerto Princesa Coliseum in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. This was the second time that Puerto Princesa hosted the all-star weekend. Highlighting the weekend was the return of the North vs. South format of the All-Star game. All-Star Weekend (Friday events) Rookies vs. Sophomores game The Rookies vs. Sophomores game was the main attraction for the Friday events. The last edition of this event was held in 2011.Manny Pacquiao in lineup for Rookies-Sophomores game in PBA All-Star w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2011 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2011 PBA All-Star Weekend was the annual all-star weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)'s 2010–11 PBA season. The events were held from May 18 to 23, 2011 at the Boracay Convention Center, Boracay, Aklan. Friday events Coca-Cola Obstacle Challenges Time in seconds. *Gold color represent the current champion. Maynilad Three-point Shootout *Gold color represent the current champion. Meralco High-Voltage Slamdunk Contest *Jay Washington attended in Boracay, but did not compete in the slamdunk competition. *Slamdunk champion Niño Canaleta won't join this year's slamdunk competition. Rookie-Sophomore Blitz Game Rosters Rookies: *Rey Guevarra (Petron Blaze Boosters) *Elmer Espiritu (Air21 Express) *Robert Labagala (Barangay Ginebra Kings) *Hans Thiele ( Alaska Aces) *Josh Vanlandingham (Rain or Shine Elasto Painters) *Shawn Weinstein (Meralco Bolts) * John Wilson (Barangay Ginebra Kings) * Sean Anthony (Powerade Tigers) *Coach: Joshua Reyes (Talk 'N Te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2003 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2003 PBA All-Star Weekend was the annual all-star weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA)'s 2003 PBA season. The events were held from May 30 to June 1, 2003 at the Araneta Coliseum, Cubao, Quezon City. Skills challenge 2-Ball Challenge Three-point shootout Obstacle Challenge Time in seconds. Slam Dunk competition Crispa-Toyota reunion game Rosters Crispa Redmanizers *Romulo Mamaril *Mon Cruz *Bay Cristobal *Philip Cezar *Atoy Co *Bernie Fabiosa * Abet Guidaben *Bogs Adornado *Freddie Hubalde *Rey Pages *Willy Tanduyan *Rey Franco *Bong Dela Cruz *Tito Varela *Joy Dionisio *Itoy Esguerra *Dave Brodett *Coach: Baby Dalupan Toyota Tamaraws * Terry Saldaña *Chito Loyzaga *Ed Cordero * Sonny Jaworski *Ramon Fernandez *Gil Cortez *Emer Legaspi *Pol Herrera *Boy Clarino *Tino Reynoso *Orly Bauzon *Oscar Rocha *Rolly Marcelo *Ulysses Rodriguez *Ed Camus *Ompong Segura *Coach: Dante Silverio Game All-star game Rosters Commissioner's All-Stars: *Willie M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2001 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2001 PBA All-Star Game is the annual All-Star Weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). The All-Star game was held on July 22, 2001 at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. Skills Challenge winners Slam Dunk Competition: San Miguel's Joey Mente won the slam dunk title, Mente soared over Olsen Racela's bowed head to deliver the winning slam and the only perfect score of the night as he beat Alaska's John Arigo. Buzzer-beating competition winner: Jayjay Helterbrand of Barangay Ginebra, over Olsen Racela, Jason Webb and Patrick Fran. Three-Point Shootout winner: Boyet Fernandez of Purefoods. Two-Ball Competition: Barangay Ginebra's Jun Limpot and Bal David defeated Mobiline's Victor Pablo and Gherome Ejercito, 63-53, to capture the two-ball competition. All-Star Game Rosters Veterans: *Johnny Abarrientos (Pop Cola) *Jeffrey Cariaso (Tanduay) *Noy Castillo (Purefoods) *Kenneth Duremdes (Alaska) * Dennis Espino (Sta.Lucia) *Danny Ildefonso (San Miguel) *Chris ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2000 PBA All-Star Weekend
The 2000 PBA All-Star Game is the annual All-Star Weekend of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). The first out-of-town All-Star game was held on August 13, 2000 at the San Agustin Gym in Iloilo City. PBA All-Stars vs ABC Selection A week before the PBA Annual All-Star game, an exhibition match took place on August 6 at the Philsports Arena, featuring a PBA selection going up against the Asia's finest, some of the best players in the Asian Basketball Confederation. The PBA All-Stars won easily, 101-81. Johnny Abarrientos was voted MVP of the ABC-PBA All-Star Extravaganza. Rosters PBA All-Stars: *Johnny Abarrientos *Marlou Aquino *Noy Castillo *Kenneth Duremdes *Rudy Hatfield *Bong Hawkins *Danny Ildefonso *Eric Menk *Alvin Patrimonio *Rodney Santos *Andy Seigle *Danny Seigle *Coach: Tim Cone ABC Selection: *Rommel Adducul (From Manila Metrostars in the MBA) * Gong Xiaobin (China) *Zhu Dong (China) *Cheng Chi Lung (Taiwan) *Eli McHantaf (Lebanon) *Fadi El Khatib (Leban ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippine Basketball Association All-Star Game
The PBA All-Star Game is an exhibition game hosted annually by the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), matching the league's star players using various formats. It is the featured event of PBA All-Star Weekend. The All-Star game was first staged at The ULTRA on June 4, 1989. The starting lineup for each squad is selected by a fan ballot, while the reserves are chosen by a vote among the head coaches of the league's teams. If a selected player is injured and cannot participate, the league officials select a replacement. The head coaches of the teams that entered the season's first conference, the Philippine Cup, are chosen as the coaches of the teams in the All-Star Game. Background The annual All-Star Game was instituted in 1989 and has already evolved into different types of competition, more commonly in the following formats: Philippine national team vs. PBA All-Stars (last played in 2018), Rookies, Sophomores & Juniors (RSJ) vs. Veterans (last played in 2012), and North ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2013 PBA Commissioner's Cup
The 2013 Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner's Cup was the second conference of the 2012–13 PBA season. The tournament began on February 8 and ended on May 19, 2013. The tournament is an import-laden format, which requires an import or a pure-foreign player for each team and with no height limit. From the semifinal round onwards, the tournament is sponsored by Cebuana Lhuillier. Format Due to the preparations of the Philippines men's national basketball team for the upcoming FIBA Asia Championship, the opening of Governors' Cup was moved on the second week of August, at the conclusion of the FIBA tournament. The Commissioner's Cup was extended until the last week of May and adapted the tournament format used during the Philippine Cup. The tournament format for this conference was as follows: [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
