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NBA Star Yao Ming Looked Down on Manny Pacquiao

Due time, the tense between China and The Philippines seems to be increasing exponentially because of some territorial disputes. As of the latest news, the Republic of the Philippines files a dialogue between two countries before the United Nations. One time during the Manny Pacquiao - Brandon Rios media tour in China, a certain man looked down on the Philippine superhero Manny Pacquiao. That man is nontheless, NBA Star You Ming! He literraly looked down on Manny Pacquiao! Can you imagine a 7-foot-6-inches Yao Ming meets 5-foot-7-inches Manny Pacquiao. If you think that Yao Ming is out of the radar, think again! That former Houston Rockets center Yao Ming is 7-foot-6! Quite tall for a human, yes we all agree on that, but the degree to which we recognize and are awestruck by his height has increased significantly following his retirement from the NBA after the 2010-11 season.       Internet users have marveled at photographic evidence that he is taller/bigger than a wide

Manny V. Pangilinan to Purchase Sacramento Kings

There were confirmed reports that Filipino business tycoon Manny V. Pangilinan is being offered to purchase the Sacramento Kings franchise of the NBA. Many people in Pangilinan’s inner circle have verified that the 63-year-old businessman is seriously, which is being sold for around USD 250 to 350 million, considering buying the franchise. Tycoon Manny V. Pangilinan is no stranger to sports. In fact, he owns at least two teams in the PBA: the Meralco Bolts and the Talk ‘N Text Tropang Texters. On top of that, he has already invested millions in bankrolling the Smart Gilas-Pilipinas team, which is trying to qualify for next year’s London Olympics. You have witnessed the strength and potential of the Smart Gilas and you have to admit, those guys have the talent to show off. There would be no doubt about the investment as far as Manny V. Pangilinan's resources are concerned. This is such a huge move and it will surely change our views as a Filipino the way we look on the sport.

Miami Heat Coach Erik Spoelstra on EAC and Torres High School

Wearing Jersey # 3 Dwane Wade, wearing jersey # 6 Lebron James, wearing jersey # 1 Chris Bosh, these are the names most popular to be heard when they call the first five line up of the Miami Heat. But there's someone on the court who often seen the face and heard the name, its the coach, who decides who will shine at the moment of play or who will sit his ass on the bench. Miami Heat Head Coach Erik Spoelstra Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra, the first Filipino-American head coach in the NBA, is on a mission to promote the 2011 edition of the NBA Fit Program. He's here in the Philippines and he visited the Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC) and the Torres High School in Tondo Manila promoting the healthy lifestyle besides giving out pointers on playing the ball. Emilio Aguinaldo College Torres High School Its like a hero's welcome as they start the day with coach Erik. I don't really know what's going on with that man holding his camera phone looking at co