FIBA to use bubble concept in qualifiers
The International Basketball Federation or FIBA said it will use a "bubble-concept" format in the next two windows of all its continental cup basketball qualifiers across the world in an effort to bring back its competitions during the novel coronavirus pandemic......»»
PBA targets new concept for next event
If conditions permit, the PBA may hold its next tournament in April 2021 in a setup less stringent than the bubble concept......»»
NC Season 96 rescheduled
The National Collegiate Athletic Association has moved its Season 96 from March next year to the second quarter and will stage it using a bubble concept and a format similar to the 2019 Southeast Asian Games where it will stage all the events in a span of two to three weeks......»»
PSL beach volley gains IATF nod
It’s green and go for the Philippine Superliga’s beach volleyball tournament in a bubble concept on Nov. 27-29 in Subic, gaining approval from the Inter-Agency Task Force......»»
Exclusive zone eyed for Tokyo bets
With plans now carefully laid out, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) inches closer to having some Olympic-bound athletes and hopefuls return to training under a bubble concept amid the pandemic. Chief of mission Mariano “Nonong” Araneta bared to Daily Tribune that they are just awaiting the budget approval from the Congress and green light from […] The post Exclusive zone eyed for Tokyo bets appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Clark bubble a challenge and opportunity
The Clark bubble came from an idea ventilated by NLEX coach Yeng Guiao. And the concept will become a reality when the PBA restarts its 45th season on October 11......»»
PBA games can provide relief to entire nation – Romero
With almost everybody still dealing with the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic – mentally and financially – Romero has urged the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) to allow the PBA to resume its season via a bubble concept in Clark, Pampanga......»»
FIBA to use bubble concept in qualifiers
The International Basketball Federation or FIBA said it will use a "bubble-concept" format in the next two windows of all its continental cup basketball qualifiers across the world in an effort to bring back its competitions during the novel coronavirus pandemic......»»
Gilas may resume campaign in bubble-type Asia qualifiers
By JONAS TERRADO Gilas Pilipinas could see itself play under a bubble concept for its 2021 FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers campaign. World governing body FIBA on Friday announced that all continental qualifiers including for the Asia Cup should be played in a bubble-type setup for the Nov. 2020 and Feb. 2021 windows. […].....»»
PBA picks Clark as host for possible resumption next month
By JONAS TERRADO Clark, Pampanga was chosen as host of the possible resumption of the PBA season next month under a bubble concept. The PBA Board of Governors made the decision after Thursday’s meeting where other arrangements were finalized for the planned bubble start on Oct. 9, provided the league […].....»»
MPBL also plans to resume season inside bubble
Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League is also eyeing to adopt a “bubble” concept for the completion of its stalled 2019-2020 Chooks-to-Go-Lakan Season pending the government green light on amateur sports resumption......»»
PBA chief, players to discuss bubble concept, venue host
By JONAS TERRADO Commissioner Willie Marcial is set to meet player representatives from all PBA 12 teams on Wednesday to discuss the bubble concept the league plans to implement for next month’s possible resumption of the season. Marcial said the meeting will be an opportunity for him to hear what […].....»»
PBA eyeing 3 venues as bubble host
By JONAS TERRADO The PBA is considering three venues as host of the possible resumption of the league season next month under a bubble concept. Commissioner Willie Marcial said the board will meet again next week to finalize what type of bubble the PBA will adopt in its bid to restart […].....»»
Guiao: Clark can host PBA & lsquo;bubble& rsquo;
Clark Freeport—With the National Basketball Association thriving in a playing atmosphere now known as the “bubble,” the Philippine Basketball Basketball have taken notice and would consider doing the same concept for its 45th season to push through......»»
PBA sees condensed conference schedule in restart
The Philippine Basketball Association is looking at a possible condensed tournament as soon as the government gives the go-signal to resume competition amid the pandemic. League Commissioner Willie Marcial said that the Philippine Cup could run within a month or two depending on the game schedule the PBA Board will approve. “May nakaplano na kami. Nagpagawa na ako ng shortened at yung full conference na laro. So ipi-present pa rin namin sa Board,” said Marcial on Tuesday during the online session of the Philippine Sportswriters’ Association Forum. [Related story: Batangas, Laguna, Araneta all options for 'PBA Bubble'] Marcial also mentioned that the TV coverage schedule will also be a big factor in deciding the length of the PBA restart. The PBA’s broadcast partner has allotted three TV coverage schedule per week. “Kasi mayroon tayong [dami] parang appearance ng teams kada conference so kailangang pag-usapan yun. Baka hindi natin ma-meet yun,” Marcial said. “Tapos ang problema ko ‘yung araw-araw. Ang ibinibigay lang sa atin ng TV5 Wednesday, Friday, Sunday.” In this set-up, the conference would run for two months. Another option that the PBA is looking at is to hold games every day with some playdates airing on other available channels of its broadcast partner. “Siguro puwede tayong mag-araw-araw pero di sa TV5. Nandyan ang One Sports, Rush, Cignal. Madami pang pag-uusapan tungkol doon,” said Marcial. This according to the official is one of the matters that the Board will discuss in another round of meeting which will also include the proposal adapting a ‘bubble concept’ for the season to push through. --- Follow this writer on Twitter, @fromtheriles.....»»
PBA teams try to get back into game shape as restart looms
Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) commissioner Willie Marcial admits that it would take some time for players to get back in game shape after almost five months removed from training due to the pandemic. There’s no doubt that they will show signs of obvious rust. “Sigurado ‘yun, tinatanong ko ang mga players. Ang hirap magkaroon ng game shape,” said the league official. “Maski mag-practice ka ng ganito tapos scrimmages ka lang ng two to three weeks, hindi mo makukuha ang game shape mo.” “Talagang wala 'yung kondisyon, wala 'yung timing, wala 'yung shooting. So medyo kakalawangin pa ng konti ang mga players,” he added. But Marcial assured PBA fans that teams are now working doubly hard to get their players back into their competitive form as the league prepares for the restart of the Philippine Cup soon – possibly through a ‘bubble concept’ set-up. [Related story: Batangas, Laguna, Araneta all options for 'PBA Bubble'] In fact, at least half of the 12 member clubs have already began their respective individual workouts under a strict health and safety protocol Tuesday morning. [Related story: PBA: Ginebra earliest to start practice under "new normal"] Speaking during the online session of the Philippine Sportswriters Association Forum, Marcial, who was joined by league chairman Ricky Vargas of TNT, said that he has full confidence with how teams will whip up their players back into top form. “’Yun ang ginagawa ng mga coaches. ‘Yun ang ginagawa ng buong team na ayusin nila,” said Marcial. “Baka ‘yung iba nga kung may scrimmages twice a day na ‘yan para preparasyon.” The commissioner added that he already reminded the players to show the same level of competitiveness once the government gives the greenlight for games to resume. “[Sabi ko] ‘di tayo pwedeng maglaro na parang scrimmage. Kung maglalaro tayo eh ‘yung talagang totoong laro. Da-dive tayo. Kung ano ang ginagawa natin, may fans o wala, kailangan ‘yun ang gawin natin. Pumayag naman sila,” said Marcial. --- Follow this writer on Twitter, @fromtheriles.....»»
DOT shares tourism bubble concept with Bohol officials
TOURISM CORRIDORS. With the President having expressed his desire to have parts of the country gradually opening their economies, DOT and DILG officials met with Bohol officials to.....»»
DOT shares tourism bubble concept with Bohol officials
CORTES, Bohol, Aug. 2 (PIA) -- The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) Sec. Bernadette Romulo-Puyat has met with Bohol local government officials and tourism stakeholders to explain the tourism.....»»
Chooks 3x3 goes pro; set to start new season inside bubble
The new season of Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas 3x3 will be its first as a professional league. Last Tuesday, the Philippines' pioneering 3x3 league was granted professional status by the Games and Amusement Board (GAB). "In the board meeting of GAB, we have received and accepted the request of Chooks 3x3 to turn professional," chairman Abraham Mitra said in the online press conference announcing the development on Wednesday. This means that Chooks 3x3 has given yet another reason for basketball players to consider a route running parallel to traditional 5-on-5. "This will provide our players the opportunity to explore possibilities of a professional career in 3x3. I really believe that we Filipinos have a very strong chance at excelling in this sport," league commissioner Eric Altamirano said. The development is nothing but welcome for Chooks 3x3 league officials, especially owner and founder Ronald Mascarinas who has long stood behind the upstart sport. "This will help strengthen our drive in becoming a dominant force in 3x3 all over the world," Altamirano said. At present, the Philippines has risen to 22nd in the world and fourth in Asia in the FIBA rankings, with much thanks to Chooks 3x3's first two seasons as well as Chooks-to-Go's support of Philippine teams playing in international tournaments. Altamirano has no doubt that would only continue now that the league will operate as a professional entity come its new season penciled in for September to February. For that, Chooks 3x3 would be borrowing the NBA's bubble concept - holding all its games and practices in a facility in Calamba, Laguna. There, the league would take all the necessary steps for its players, staff, and everybody else involved to be safe and secure. --- Follow this writer on Twitter, @riegogogo......»»
Topex: Budget a big factor in bubble setup
By JONAS TERRADO Phoenix Super LPG assistant coach Topex Robinson has expressed reservations about the bubble concept which was proposed by Richard del Rosario of Ginebra. “I’m not sure if it will be applicable in a Philippine setting,” Robinson said. “Obviously, the budget’s gonna be a big factor and yun yung isang […].....»»
Iraqis display full might vs Philippines XI
Iraq rained goals on host Philippines in a 5-0 shutout that pushed the Filipinos to the brink in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Tuesday at the packed Rizal Memorial Stadium......»»