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Join Lance Fernandez as he tackles the five most important topics or controversies on Philippine basketball. Be it in the PBA, the UAAP, the NCAA, the D-League, the MPBL or the NBL, this podcast will cover it. The show's title is inspired by how Filipinos call for a challenge to a five-on-five bask…

Lawrence Andrew Fernandez

  • Sep 8, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • monthly NEW EPISODES
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  • 31 EPISODES


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A Discussion on the UST Bubble

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 25:54


We tackle the elephant in the room: the bubble of the UST Growling Tigers in Sorsogon, which led to the resignation of Coach Aldin Ayo and Fr. Jannel Abogado of the Institute of Physical Education and Athletics. Worst, an exodus of key players brought UST from Season 82 Finals to uncertainty. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahanbasketballpodcast/support

Thirdy Ravena will play in Japan and the PBA must revisit the Ray Parks Jr. Rule

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2020 29:25


Thirdy Ravena is risking a stint at the Philippine Basketball Association because he will suit up with the San-En Neophoenix of the Japanese B.League because of a rule that can barr eligible athletes who forego two consecutive drafts from playing in the Philippine pro league. However, the improving talent of the Filipino basketball player should enable the PBA to reconsider the so-called "Ray Parks Jr. Rule". Likewise, there is one glaring information that you must know regarding the team Ravena will be joining. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahanbasketballpodcast/support

A Deep Dive on Coach Tab Baldwin's Interview on Coaches Unfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 37:33


Basketball fans and experts have given their views regarding the statements of Ateneo Blue Eagles head coach Tab Baldwin during his interview on the Tiebreaker Times vodcast Coaches Unfiltered. But for this episode, we look at the other noteworthy answers he shared and the player that epitomizes the greatness of his system. Of course, we'll look into his controversial replies on the Hagop rule and the "tactical immaturity" of Filipino coaches while factoring in stats that highlight the advantages that imports in the Philippine Basketball Association get. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahanbasketballpodcast/support

Why Kai Sotto will make it to the NBA, Alaska out of the PBA?, Atoy Co isn't wrong, and many more

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 66:11


We return to recording a podcast amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and tackle five of the hottest topics in Philippine basketball. In this episode, we discuss an intriguing provision in the MPBL's memo on the cancellation of their 2021-2022 season. We also talked about basketball players lending their voice (or not) to certain societal and political issues. Also in the pod is a speculation on the plight of the Terra Firma Dyip, Blackwater Elite, and the Alaska Aces. There's also a discussion regarding Atoy Co's "Sonny Jaworski is ordinary" comment. Finally, we share three reasons that will help Kai Sotto make it to the NBA. The Limahan Basketball Podcast is co-presented by Globally Ballin. You can listen to our episodes via Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Stitcher Radio, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on FB: facebook.com/limahanpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahanbasketballpodcast/support

Lady Maroons win, Bright carried off the court, KJ scores 51, Manny replaces Ola, Tim Cone's crew

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2019 43:17


UP fans, rejoice! The Lady Maroons finally won a game! Bonfire? But beyond that win, we'll also discuss the UP men's basketball team's performance against UE and KJ McDaniels' 51-point game against the Meralco Bolts. We'll cap off the episode with the Manny Harris for Ola Ashaolu development for NLEX and the composition of Tim Cone's coaching unit for the 30th Southeast Asian Games. The Limahan Basketball Podcast is co-presented by Globally Ballin and you can listen to the show via Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, Stitchr Radio, and wherever you get your podcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Historic Lady Bulldogs, Ateneo 9-0, crucial games for UP, Financial woes of MPBL teams, Dubai wars

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 38:19


Hot of the press! Another episode of the podcast features the 89-0 NU Lady Bulldogs and the 9-0 Ateneo Blue Eagles. Also in the pod are UP's critical stage in UAAP Season 82 and the financial hardships felt by some MPBL teams. Finally, we look at the Dubai games of the MPBL and the PBA. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

FIBA World Cup, Lady Luck in the UAAP, Coach Bo suspended, foreign athletes ban, and SEA Games pool

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 80:32


The podcast returns with discussion about Gilas Mens' performance during the FIBA World Cup, and the training pool for the upcoming Southeast Asian Games. We also dissect Lady Luck smiling upon the UP Fighting Maroons but not to the NU Bulldogs. We also give our take on Coach Bo Perasol's three-game suspension, and the proposed bill banning foreign athletes to play collegiate sports in the Philippines. The Limahan Basketball Podcast is co-presented by Globally Ballin'. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

UAAP Season 82 previews - UE, NU, UST, DLSU; Gilas Pilipinas bows to efficient Italy in World Cup

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2019 65:49


We open the -ber months by giving our assessement on the UAAP Season 82 rosters of the teams that didn't make it to the Final Four. The UE Red Warriors must compensate for Alvin Pasaol's departure while the NU Bulldogs are banking on young talent. Meanwhile, the UST Growling Tigers are ready for a postseason push with CJ Cansino and Soulemane Chabi Yo in the fold. Finally, the De La Salle Green Archers have a good headache in having limitless possibilities with their roster. We end the episode by giving our views about Gilas Pilipinas' performance against Luigi Datome, Marco Bellinelli, Danilo Gallinari, and the rest of the Italian men's basketball team and how this can affect their mood coming into their game against Serbia. Limahan is a podcast that is co-presented by Globally Ballin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Korean Curse broken, Girls basketball in UAAP, Visa woes, Gilas in Spain, PBA Commissioners Cup Gm 4

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2019 50:10


We look back at Gilas Pilipinas' magical win over South Korea in the 2013 FIBA Asia Championship semifinals. We also look forward to the UAAP girls basketball tournament and Game 4 of the 2019 PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals. Also in this episode are discussions on Gilas Pilipinas' performance during their Spain training camp and visa denials of two competitive basketball players. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

MPBL to turn pro, where Calvin should go, Gilas wins two, PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals Game 3

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2019 51:53


In this episode, we discuss why the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) should not turn pro and where Calvin Abueva should go if traded. We'll also talk about President Rodrigo Duterte's statement about Gilas and how the Spain training camp is going. Finally, we assess the first two games of the PBA Commissioner's Cup 2019 Finals between the San Miguel Beermen and the TNT Katropa as well as who might have the upper hand in game three. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Kiefer Ravena returns, AJ Edu injured, Jayson Castro retires from Gilas, SMB changes import

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 42:50


The NLEX Road Warriors will benefit from the impending return of Kiefer Ravena and the addition of Jericho Cruz. We also look at the San Miguel Beermen pushing the panic button. The episode also includes a tribute to The Blur and the effect of AJ Edu's injury to the Gilas Pilipinas Youth's Campaign. We close the episode with a run down of the most impressive players from the Philippines in the FIBA Under 19 World Cup 2019. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Gilas Youth flies to Doha, Qatar today before going to Greece for the FIBA Under-19 World Cup

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2019 28:52


Sharing with you the full press conference during the send-off dinner for the players and coaches of the Philippine Under-19 squad that will compete in the FIBA Under-19 Men's World Championship in Heraklion, Greece. They will be facing Argentina, Russia, and the host team. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Stan "The Man" Pringle goes to Ginebra, Gin Kings get victory #1000, Jayjay Helterbrand goes to MPBL

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2019 45:16


We look at Stanley Pringle's trade to the Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings and Jayjay Helterbrand's stint for the Imus Bandera of the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League. Also in the show are thoughts on why Ginebra is the most popular team in the PBA and two pro players who are looking for freedom of some sort. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Wayne Chism interview - Globally Ballin'

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 24:52


Aaron of Globally Ballin had an interview with 2015 PBA Commissioners Cup Best Import Wayne Chism. They've discussed why he is not playing in the current Comms Cup and how he enjoys his stint in the Philippines. Chism also shares the PBA imports that he had a hard time guarding. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Northport Batang Pier and TNT Katropa win, FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup, NU Lady Bulldogs, Mighty Sports

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 42:27


We give light to international competitions as Mighty Sports Philippines join the Jones Cup. We also honor the Philippine men's and women's team in the FIBA Asia 3x3 Cup. We also give props to the NU Lady Bulldogs who are finally getting recognition for their five-year dominance. Finally, we discuss the victories of the Northport Batang Pier and the TNT Katropa in the continuation of the PBA Commissioners Cup 2019. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Bouncing basketballs, bouncing checks, Brownlee naturalization, and that infamous stabbing incident

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 46:56


We give our views on the new Molten BG5000 basketballs that the PBA has been using since this year's Commissioners Cup. We also give our take on the alleged bouncing checks issue against a former National Basketball League owner. Giving our views as well on why Justin Brownlee deserves to be naturalized. We also look at a comeback of epic proportions at the Community Basketball Association. Finally, we condemn the stabbing incident that happened during a basketball game in Olongapo City. The Limahan Basketball Podcast is co-presented by Globally Ballin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Kai Sotto bulks up, PBA flopping rule, PBA Commissioner's Cup 2019 opening day

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 38:23


We talk about Kai Sotto adding some bulk and the PBA's flopping rule. We also discuss the opening day games of the PBA Commissioners Cup 2019. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

More Fil-foreigners in the MPBL, Women's National Basketball League, finding the June Mar stopper

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 0:31


We give light to the Women's National Basketball League as a tool to develop our National Team. We also tackle the impact of Terrence Romeo's first PBA championship to his career. Also in the podcast are our thoughts on MPBL's two Fil-foreigners per team rule and our import preview for the PBA Commissioner's Cup. Finally, we give our take on Mark Barroca's hopes of finding a June Mar Fajardo stopper for the Magnolia Hotshots. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

San Miguel wins the title, Almazan traded to Meralco, Comms Cup import preview

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2019 21:50


San Miguel wins the championship with the slimmest of margins. But what a way to come back to claim their fifth straight PBA Philippine Cup title. We also discuss about Perlas Pilipinas' preparations for the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup and a vital rule change in the PBA. Hear our thoughts on the Raymond Almazan to Meralco trade. Finally, a preview on the PBA Commissioner's Cup imports for the NLEX Road Warriors, the Blackwater Elite, the Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters, and the Columbian Dyip. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Pasaol leaves UE, Byrd DLSU "head coach", PH Cup Finals Games 5 and 6, Spiderman appears at end game

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2019 35:49


In this Election Day episode, we look at Alvin Pasaol's departure from UE and Jermaine Byrd's role at the DLSU Green Archers bench. We'll also tackle Games 5 and 6 of the PBA Philippine Cup 2019 Finals. Finally, our view of the bizarre incident in Game 5 from all angles possible. Limahan is co-presented by Globally Ballin. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 011 - SBP restructures, Gilas prepares for the World Cup, Brownlee returns to Ginebra

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 35:54


The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas has undergone a major restructuring that will be beneficial in the long run. Coach Tab Baldwin's hiring for Gilas youth is the best example of which. Also, we discuss Gilas' preparations for the World Cup and Justin Brownlee's return to Ginebra. Finally, we give our thoughts on whether June Mar Fajardo is the best PBA player of all time. Limahan is co-presented by Globally Ballin. You can subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 010 - Bobby Ray debuts in the PBA, banning UAAP and NCAA players in the Palarong Pambansa?

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2019 45:32


We have partnered with Globally Ballin to bring this podcast to more listeners. In this episode, we talk about the money involved in sports and the moves in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League. We also tackle Bobby Ray Parks' debut with Blackwater. You can also listen to our two cents on that proposal to ban UAAP and NCAA players from the Palarong Pambansa. Finally, an opinion on how the San Miguel Beermen won Game 4 of the PBA Philippine Cup Final against the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 009 - Perlas Pilipinas, M.I.P for UP Fighting Maroons, why Magnolia is leading the series

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2019 0:31


In this episode, we discuss the preparations of the Philippine women's volleyball team for the SEA Games and beyond. We also share who we think is the Most Important Player for the UP Fighting Maroons in UAAP Season 82. We also dissect the reasons why the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok are ahead of the San Miguel Beermen. Finally, we tackle Arwind Santos' "guarantee" of a Game Four victory. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 008 - PBA Philippine Cup 2019 Finals preview - San Miguel Beermen versus Magnolia Hotshots

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 22:43


This episode is dedicated to the PBA Philippine Cup 2019 Finals rematch between the San Miguel Beermen and the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. We look at how each position stack up for both squads while giving our views on how Magnolia can end San Miguel's four-year championship reign. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 007 - Jollo Go, Alex Cabagnot, Rain or Shine vs Magnolia Game 7, not counted Dela Rosa three

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 30:08


In this episode, we look at the recent changes to the De La Salle Green Archers roster and why they did it. We also discuss the best fit for Jollo Go after being released by DLSU. Also in the podcast are our views on Alex Cabagnot's post-game interview vs. Phoenix, the not-counted three by Rome Dela Rosa, and the defensive chess match that is Game 7 of the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals between the Rain or Shine Elastopainters versus the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 006 - Endgames in the PBA and the MPBL, Gilas Training, and a key player on a great team

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2019 40:19


With the Avengers:Endgame still the talk of the town, we talk about the endgame for the Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters and the impending end for the Rain or Shine Elastopainters or the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. We also look at the endgame blunders of both the San Juan Knights-Go For Gold and the Davao Occidental Tigers Cocolife in the last two games of the MPBL Datu Cup National Finals. We also discuss about the training of Batang Gilas and senior Gilas. Finally, we share a common type of players among the four PBA Philippine Cup semifinalists that is necessary to succeed in basketball. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 005 - Everything about 3x3

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2019 31:40


It's all 3x3 in this episode of the podcast. Aside from talking about the performance of the Balanga and Pasig Chooks squads in the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Doha Masters, we also look at the disadvantages and advantages of the Philippine squad that will compete in the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup. We will also discuss how our country can qualify for 3x3 in the Olympics and how 3x3 training will help our Gilas players in the five-on-five game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 004 - Kai Sotto, Ateneo dominates, San Juan at the hill, PBA Philippine Cup semis update

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 29:40


We start off the show by commenting on Rajko Toroman's view on Kai Sotto being an NBA draftee if trained right. Then, our views on Cignal-Ateneo's trashing of McDavid in the PBA D-League. Next, we discuss the Davao Occidental Tigers' collapse in Game Three of the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League Datu Cup Finals. Finally, our thoughts on the PBA Philippine Cup between the Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters and the San Miguel Beermen as well as the Rain or Shine Elastopainters versus the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 003 - Sandy at the helm, two Pinoy 3x3 teams Doha-bound, Davao fights back, PBA PH Cup Semis

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2019 29:46


Two's a company, three's a crowd. In this episode, we discuss Sandy Arespochaga's appointment as Batang Gilas head coach and the two Pinoy 3x3 teams that will be competing in FIBA World Tour in Doha. We'll also tackle Davao's response to San Juan in Game Two of the MPBL Datu Cup National Finals and the respective victories of the Rain or Shine Elastopainters and the San Miguel Beermen in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 002 - Jerrick Balanza, Robert Dozier, San Juan shocks Davao, Philippine Cup Semis previews

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2019 32:40


We start off episode two by sharing Jerrick Balanza's inspirational story. Then, we gave our views on how Robert Dozier will help the Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters in the PBA Commissioners Cup. Next, we shared our thoughts on the San Juan Knights' Game One victory over the Davao Occidental Tigers in the MPBL Datu Cup National Finals. Last but not the least, our opinion about the PBA Philippine Cup 2019 semifinal match-ups between the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok and the Rain or Shine Elastopainters as well as the Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters against the San Miguel Beermen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

Episode 001 - Kai Sotto, Ray Parks, MPBL Datu Cup Finals, and PBA Philippine Cup Semis match-ups

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2019 36:45


In the maiden episode of the Limahan Basketball Podcast, we discuss Kai Sotto's potential path to the National Basketball Association and Ray Ray Parks' one-year contract with the Blackwater Elite. We are also going to tackle the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League Datu Cup Finals clash between the Davao Occidental Tigers Cocolife and the San Juan Knights - Go for Gold. Finally, we look at how one player decimated the TNT Katropa and the possible reasons for the Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings' collapse against the Magnolia Hotshots Pambansang Manok. Visit our Facebook page at facebook.com/limahanpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/limahan/support

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