MANILA — Philippines is buzzing with excitement and pride as the Gilas Pilipinas basketball team has secured a spot in the Asian Games Finals after an astonishing 33-year wait.
Millions of Filipino basketball fans have joined together to celebrate this historic achievement, showering praise on the entire Gilas Pilipinas squad, including the coaches and team management, as the Nationals not only regained its former glory but has also emerged as a true contender on the international basketball stage.
Ramon S. Ang, president and CEO of San Miguel Corporation, one of the prominent supporters of Gilas Pilipinas, extended his congratulations to the team.
Here is the full text of RSA’s press statement:
Let me join millions of Filipino basketball fans in congratulating Gilas Pilipinas—from its coaches to the players and team management —on our country’s historic return to the Asian Games Finals after 33 years.
Our sincere appreciation goes to Mr. Manny Pangilinan, Chairman Emeritus of the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas, whose vision and dedication have been instrumental in shaping the Gilas Pilipinas we cheer for today.
He conceived, nurtured, and invested in the program, and it is his unwavering support and guidance all these years that molded–and continues to drive–the team.
Gilas Pilipinas has given our country great honor, and San Miguel Corporation is proud to be supporting the team, along with many others–including private sector partners, government, the Philippine Basketball Association—whose collaborative efforts have helped make this Asian Games journey not just memorable, but also triumphant.
As Gilas Pilipinas sets its sights on the gold, let us all continue to be united, and wish them all the best.
Ramon S. Ang
SMC President and CEO
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