PBA: Abueva needs to complete psychological tests to end suspension
Calvin Abueva getting his mind right is the only thing he needs to be reinstated in the PBA. In a rare interview following his now year-long suspension from the league, Abueva revealed the mystery requirement that's holding him back from the PBA. The Phoenix star just needs to complete his psychological tests in order to complete his reinstatement process. "Ngayon, sayang nga nagka-pandemiya, hindi na sunud-sunod yung session ko about sa psychology," Abueva said on the 2OT podcast of PBA broadcasters Magoo Marjon and Carlo Pamintuan. "Sa dalawang psych ko, naka-tulong sakin at naging kumportable ang buhay ko. Hinihintay ko na lang ang apat na session ko dito para maka-balik," he added. Earlier this week during the PSA Forum, Commissioner Willie Marcial gave a vague update on Abueva, saying the COVID-19 pandemic stalled the Beast's reinstatement. [Related: PBA: Phoenix's Calvin Abueva remains indefinitely suspended] However, the PBA chief didn't go into specifics on Abueva's actual requirements. For his part, Calvin reveals that he's completed the rest of what the PBA wants him to do in order to play again. "Actually tapos na, yung mag-hingi ng apology sa Board, sa PBA fans, at lalong-lalo na sa mga nasaktan ko," he said. "Yung mga community service na kailangan kong gawin [tapos na rin]. Yung pinapagawang community service sakin, dinoble ko pa, kasi opportunity ko rin sa buhay ko na maka-tulong din. Di naman ako mayaman, pero alam ko yung lugar ko. Ang pangatlo yung drug test na nakumpleto ko," Abueva added. Abueva has been indefinitely suspended since June 4, 2019. Calvin got his punishment after separate incidents in the 2019 Commissioner's Cup. In a matter of three days, Abueva made lewd gestures towards the girlfriend of then Blackwater rookie Ray Parks Jr. and clotheslined TNT import Terrence Jones. — Follow this writer on Twitter, @paullintag8.....»»
PBA: GAB hopes a more tamed Calvin returns from suspension
Calvin Abueva's PBA suspension has dragged on for more than a year now. While it appears that Abueva is very close to completing his PBA requirements for reinstatement, the ongoing pandemic seen as one of the main reasons for the delay, it's no secret that his return to basketball still could take a while. [Related: PBA: Abueva needs to complete psychological tests to end suspension] Abueva's final reinstatement is still up to the decision of the PBA Commissioner and the PBA Board. When he does come back though, all eyes will definitely be on him. Calvin could be on a more tighter leash and any more of his previous shenanigans might mean harsher punishment in the future. "As everybody knows, we have observed his improper and unprofessional decorum in the games. You think he's worth called being a professional player? Minsan unbecoming na of a professional player," Games and Amusements Board Chairman Baham Mitra said on the recent Philippine Sportswriters Association forum when the name of Calvin was brought up. "Ako I believe in him, he's a very good player. Pero sana naman mag-tame down na ng konti, nakaka-sakit na siya eh. Nakaktakot baka mamaya maka-injure siya ng ibang professional," he added. The GAB has not taken any action regarding the case of Abueva, who was indefinitely suspended last year on top of a P70,000 fine for a number of offenses in Phoenix's opening weekend in the 2019 Commissioner's Cup, including a clothesline on TNT KaTropa import Terrence Jones. If the PBA decides to reinstate Calvin, the GAB will simply acknowledge it although the professional board prefers if Abueva can communicate with them as well. "We are separate with what the PBA is doing. There has been no communication between Calvin and the GAB. In case the PBA thinks na okay na siya, then he will have to also try to at least reach out to us. Sabi ko nga, we don't want to over regulate. We always believe in self-regulation," Mitra said. "Ngayon, kung nadisiplina na siya, he can probably present what steps and proper therapy sessions he has undergone. Then if he convinces the Board, then okay lang din naman samin," he added. Abueva's ongoing suspension is certainly one of the harshest punishments a PBA player has received in recent years. With that being said, the Chairman Mitra has issued a reminder to all players about their responsibilities as professional athletes. "Remind po natin yung mga players no, lahat po kayo may lisensya sa Games and Amusements Board," he said. "We don't want to overstep, but we're here and we're watching. Turning pro comes with responsibilities," Mitra added. — Follow this writer on Twitter, @paullintag8.....»»
PBA: Abueva vows to double his energy once reinstated
Now that his true requirements have been revealed, it could only be a matter of time before Calvin Abueva finally gets reinstated in the PBA. Once he's back, the Beast will be ready to be unleashed anew. [PBA: Abueva needs to complete psychological tests to end suspension] Calvin's now year-long suspension will certainly not affect his intensity. In fact, Abueva vows to actually double his energy. "Hindi the same. Doble pa," Abueva told PBA broadcasters Magoo Marjon and Carlo Pamintuan on their 2OT podcast. "Kaya nga sinasabi ko nga sa inyo, kailangan mag-isip ako ng doble pa sa mga kailangan ko pang gawin," he added. As he tries to get his PBA life back, Abueva is banking on the lessons learned during his suspension to try and stay away from trouble. But Calvin is Calvin and his famous intensity should be a welcome prospect for a Phoenix side that struggled mightily during his absence. "Binigay ko naman yung [100] percent ko na para makita ng mga tao na si Calvin Abueva hindi lumulubog sa mga ganito, sa isang problema lang," he said. "Kumbaga, pursigi talaga, 100 percent na makabalik kasi nasa utak ka na ng tao eh. Hindi na mawawala yan kung anong pinakita mo sa liga. Kay 100 percent tinatry ko best ko para makabalik," Calvin added. — Follow this writer on Twitter, @paullintag8.....»»
PBA: Abueva needs to complete psychological tests to end suspension
Calvin Abueva getting his mind right is the only thing he needs to be reinstated in the PBA. In a rare interview following his now year-long suspension from the league, Abueva revealed the mystery requirement that's holding him back from the PBA. The Phoenix star just needs to complete his psychological tests in order to complete his reinstatement process. "Ngayon, sayang nga nagka-pandemiya, hindi na sunud-sunod yung session ko about sa psychology," Abueva said on the 2OT podcast of PBA broadcasters Magoo Marjon and Carlo Pamintuan. "Sa dalawang psych ko, naka-tulong sakin at naging kumportable ang buhay ko. Hinihintay ko na lang ang apat na session ko dito para maka-balik," he added. Earlier this week during the PSA Forum, Commissioner Willie Marcial gave a vague update on Abueva, saying the COVID-19 pandemic stalled the Beast's reinstatement. [Related: PBA: Phoenix's Calvin Abueva remains indefinitely suspended] However, the PBA chief didn't go into specifics on Abueva's actual requirements. For his part, Calvin reveals that he's completed the rest of what the PBA wants him to do in order to play again. "Actually tapos na, yung mag-hingi ng apology sa Board, sa PBA fans, at lalong-lalo na sa mga nasaktan ko," he said. "Yung mga community service na kailangan kong gawin [tapos na rin]. Yung pinapagawang community service sakin, dinoble ko pa, kasi opportunity ko rin sa buhay ko na maka-tulong din. Di naman ako mayaman, pero alam ko yung lugar ko. Ang pangatlo yung drug test na nakumpleto ko," Abueva added. Abueva has been indefinitely suspended since June 4, 2019. Calvin got his punishment after separate incidents in the 2019 Commissioner's Cup. In a matter of three days, Abueva made lewd gestures towards the girlfriend of then Blackwater rookie Ray Parks Jr. and clotheslined TNT import Terrence Jones. — Follow this writer on Twitter, @paullintag8.....»»
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