Blackwater rookie Christian David in the PBA Philippine Cup. –PBA IMAGES Blackwater coach Jeff Cariaso wrapped the customary postgame presser for winning mentors on Wednesday night, clearly not allowing himself to get too high over his charges’ 90-78 whipping of Converge for a 3-0 start in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Philippine Cup. And for … Read more
Blackwater import Chris Ortiz.–PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Blackwater got off to a winning start PBA Commissioner’s Cup, thanks in large part to import Chris Ortiz’s efforts. In his debut for the Bossing, Ortiz recorded an all-around game with a double-double of 21 points, 11 rebounds, six assists, three steals and two blocks much to the delight … Read more
Blackwater’s Baser Amer. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Blackwater coach Jeff Cariaso is still in the getting-to-know stage with Baser Amer but he believes it’s the guard’s season for the taking. Amer, who is about to be on his eighth season in the PBA, drew praises from Cariaso during the league’s Media Day at One Esplanade on … Read more
Blackwater coach Jeff Cariaso.–PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines–Blackwater coach Jeffrey Cariaso was fined an undisclosed amount by the Philippine Basketball Association for his actions during last week’s tune-up game against Converge. PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said Cariaso apologized after he was summoned Monday to explain the incident that saw him enter the court and grab Converge’s … Read more