Lucky 16 make Jr NBA roster

A total of 74 culled from thousand of hopefuls from regional selection camps in Bacolod, Baguio, Butuan, Metro Manila and Alaska Power Camp made it to the national training camp of Junior NBA Philippines.

From the 74 campers aged 10 to 14 years old, 16 made it to the 11th batch of Jr. NBA Philippines All-Stars held recently at Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City.

Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein and Women’s NBA legend and Hall of Famer Sheryl Swoopes mentored the young dribblers with Jr. NBA coaches Carlos Barroca and Rob Newson and Alaska coaches led by Jeffrey Cariaso.

This year’s selection showcased their playing skills and exemplified the Jr. NBA core S.T.A.R. values—sportsmanship, teamwork, a positive attitude and respect. —VANESSA B. HIDALGO

BOYS: Prince Ray, San Beda; Ethan Rod Aljan, LSGH; John Lester Amagan, St. Roberts Iloilo; Seven Gagate, Chiang Kai Shek; Nathan Jan Jundana, Bacolod Tay Tung; Christian Joi Mesias. Jose Maria College Davao; Kim Aaron Tamayo, National University; Rhon Khaniel Telles, St. Anthony De Carmelli Academy; GIRLS: Madelyn Flores, Bukidnon National High School; Gin Kayla Huelar, St. La Salle U Bacolod; Aishe Solis, Corpus Christi School Cagayan De Oro; Pauline Angelique Valle. Misamis Oriental General Comprehensive HS; Nichole Venterez, Baguio National HS; Marielle Vingno, Escuela de Sohia Caloocan; Amber Esquive, DLSZ; Kyla Marie Mataga, DLSZ