Siyempre, since nasa Bacolod pa ako, it's been a dream to represent the country. Upgrade to Rappler+ for exclusive content and unlimited access. Jun 5, 2022 9:49 PM PHT Delfin Dioquino INFO Reportedly headed to the Korean Basketball League, SJ Belangel says he has to assess whether going abroad is the best decision for his career,. "We're there to represent our country, were there to represent our new team. Looks like the Philippines is continuing to ramp up its exports of ballers, and that's all because they've proven their worth wherever they may be. For me right now, Im just enjoying na pumasa ako sa Ateneo. [5] He decided to turn professional and play for the Daegu KOGAS Pegasus of the Korean Basketball League. Aside from the KBL, the Gilas Pilipinas guard said he also has offers from Japan and Taiwan. Malapit na rin ata yung league nila, said Belangel on Sunday when interviewed on the sidelines of the PBA game between Rain or Shine and Converge. I requested the official contract form in English from KBL, and we plan to finish writing the contract as soon as we receive it, an unnamed official from KOGAS told Naver. $59,360 / yr. Summer Camp Counselor salaries - 1 salaries reported. Korean website Jumpball disclosed the salaries of the Pinoy talents in the Land of Morning Calm as the league has certainly enjoyed the different spice brought upon by our imports. According to the report, the team has already agreed to a contract with Belangel for the league's 2022-23 season. The first game of the Korean Basketball League Finals between Rhenz Abandos Anyang KGC and Seoul SK was held on Tuesday at the Anyang For the third straight season, Anyang KGC will advance to the finals of the Korean Basketball League. Im super excited and blessed na Im gonna be the first player to play in Korea. Pero may kailangan din ako pag-isipan. Miguel Asis, the student manager who more often than not is with him during pre-game ritual morning shoot-arounds, said those two things are what will, yet again, let the 22-year-old Filipino guard succeed in the KBL. He scored 13 points. Belangel, a 5-foot-10 point guard, made his imprint on Korean basketball when he banked in a buzzer-beating three-point basket that sent Gilas Pilipinas past the South Korean national team in last years FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers. It's a courageous leap for Belangel to take, but he understands that it's all part of a life of a basketball player as he went out of his comfort zone to become a trailblazer in Korea. If ever, SJ Belangel will become one of the first Filipinos to play in the KBL. FILIPINOS have certainly taken Korea by storm with the advent of the Asian Players Quota IN the Korean Basketball League (KBL). Minor edits have been made by the TopGear.com.ph editors. In the meantime, there were many twists and turns while pushing for the recruitment of Belangel, the official continued. He had dreams, of course; thoughts that played at the back of his mind. So will up-and-comers Adamson Soaring Falcons and National U Bulldogs. In ninth grade, Belangel moved to Manila with his family to pursue his Atenean basketball dream. Citing Japan move, Baltazar begs off from Gilas pool. For Belangel his improvement from Season 81 to 82 can be credited to the system and mentorship that he received while under Coach Tab Baldwins tutelage. And in their first game in the third window of the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, which just happened to be against Korea, he banked in a buzzer-beating game-winner. "We just have to grow," said the 5-foot-10 guard. So he pursued the next best thing to being an athlete to write about them. The only document the KBL is waiting for is the signed Uniform Player Contract from both team team and Belangel. The Bacolodnons prolific scoring and natural feel for the game eventually caught the eye of Ateneo High School coach Joe Silva. Let's just get that out of the way. Type: Company - Private. SJ Belangel hit this off-balanced triple at the buzzer to give Gilas Pilipinas a three-point win over rival Korea. Since the news broke of his agreeing to sign a two-year deal with Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in the Korean Basketball League, another fellow collegiate star in RJ Abarrientos of Far Eastern University has been reported to be signing with a KBL team as well. Ateneo and Gilas Pilipinas guard SJ Belangel is taking his act overseas after signing with Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in the Korean Basketball League (KBL).===DAEGU. Pero for me, siguro if ganun ang nangyari, it will be a blessing and an opportunity. But while Belangel is excited to embark on his new career, playing for Gilas Pilipinas remains to be a priority as well. "To be honest, I never thought about that," he answered after being asked how he felt about being the first Filipino to suit up in Korea. If you join our team, your family will come to Korea with you.. Nakikita rin nila kung gaano ka-willing yung mga Pinoy players to learn team basketball.. Now a senior, Belangel continues to improve on his game and is hoping to impart his experience onto his teammates. [8] He played for three UAAP season featuring in 48 games played, Belangel averaged 7.38 points and 2.08 assists per contest. Why is it important to subscribe? In his path to becoming a Gilas icon, Belangel developed from a highly touted Bacolod recruit into a focal point for Ateneo in multiple University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP) basketball championships. sj belangel , DAEGU KOGAS Pegasus , ethan alvano , Wonju DB Promy , justin gutang , changwon lg sakers , christian david , seoul samsung thunders , kbl , sports junkie , global pinoy Watch Now. 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As he put it, "Gilas commitment, no. 1 commitment as he is set for a national team return after being included in the latest pool. Fil-Am guard Ethan Alvano has rewarded Wonju DB Promy with his superb playmaking, earning every cent from his KRW 200 million (PHP 8.22 million) deal. student publication of the Ateneo de Manila University. In the KBL, Belangel will join his former FIBA rival, Doo Kyung-min, to form the deadly backcourt combination for the Pegasus. 2022 The GUIDON All Rights ReservedDesigned and developed by Digital Development 20192020 and 20222023. Belangel's new uniform may be red, but he has nonetheless vowed to put on the Gilas blue any time and every time the national team calls his name. With the pay grade that high, it's no surprise why the interest for Pinoy imports overseas is at an all-time high. Ateneo hands over point guard reins to Forthsky Padrigao. They'll always know him. MANILA, Philippines Whether SJ Belangel will stay put at Ateneo or pursue a professional career overseas possibly in the Korean Basketball League is still up in the air. Then, Belangel had no idea at all he'd be leaving the blue and white nest to spread his wings in another country. He took up journalism at the University of Santo Tomas and joined Rappler as soon as he graduated in 2017. $66,331 / yr. Marketing Specialist salaries - 1 salaries reported. For me, yun pa lang. So will semifinalists La Salle Green Archers and FEU Tamaraws. After impressing with the Blue Eagles, Belangel landed a spot in Baldwins final 12-man Gilas Pilipinas squad for the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers. MISSION STATEMENT Following the Ignatian tradition of excellence, the mission of Belen Jesuit as a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school is to guide and support our students in their process of becoming men who . -SJ BELANGEL INSTAGRAM MANILA, Philippines SJ Belangel is flying to Korea on Friday for his upcoming debut for the Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in the 2022-23 Korean Basketball League (KBL). For further information, click FIND OUT MORE. For him, the decision ultimately came down to academics. RJ Abarrientos and SJ Belangel take their act to Korea. [5], In June 2022, Belangel decided to forego his two years of eligibility left to play for Ateneo. "Pagdating ko doon, I just have to train pero more on plays pa lang. Recently, his team Gilas Pilipinas beats South Korea and lifts FIBA Asia Cup 2021. Like reading The GUIDON? Already have Rappler+? Not only that Im representing myself, my family, Im also representing the country pati na rin yung school, the former Ateneo Blue Eagle told GMA News Online, and he said he will wait for his call-up after his graduation from Ateneo, where he finished Interdisciplinary Studies. That means that -- again, on paper -- the gap between them and the mostly intact defending champion UP Fighting Maroons got wider. Representing the country will always be the top priority. Rappler.com. Remember, when Sotto was still a Blue Eaglet, he ate, and ate well, because Padrigao kept feeding him, whether it be through entry passes at the post or forays into the paint leading into drop-offs. KOGAS bought the franchise of Incheon ET Land a year ago. The KOGAS official also added that they had to compete with other teams from other overseas leagues to get the services of Belangel. KGC blasted Goyang, 89-61, in Game 4 Justin Gutangs fiery outing was not enough to give second seed Changwon LG a new lease on life, bowing to Seoul SK, 84-85, in Lady Stags drub Lady Pirates for solo second. Seeing the initial play broken, Belangel decided to take matters into his own hands. Tied at 78-all, Gilas needed one more prayer to seal the win. He made his UAAP senior debut for the Tab Baldwin-mentored Ateneo Blue Eagles in Season 81. Just like sa Japan. Pumunta talaga ako [sa Ateneo] for academics. According to Belangel, the play was originally designed for Carl Tamayo to shoot in the middle. 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As he released the ball, Belangel called bank. They know him. He played for the national under-16 team in the 2015 FIBA Asia Under-16 Championship as its captain. With such significant impact to the team's campaigns, it's no surprise that these players are also paid handsomely. And so far, these imports haven't been shy in showcasing their skills and have proven that clubs did the right thing in securing their services. "I'm just honored and excited to play in Korea, while also representing the Philippines.". "This implies that many countries are now seeing the talents of young Filipino athletes. For now, Belangel said he is relishing his upcoming graduation as he passed his final exams at Ateneo. Kim, the team's starting point guard, was also the lead playmaker for the Korea team which played in the 2021 Fiba Asia Cup qualifiers in Clark. Pagdating natin doon sa international level, mai-improve natin yung team na kumuha sa atin na focused naman sa team basketball, said Belangel. He also played for Gilas Pilipinas at both the boys and mens levels. Naver Sports was the first to report on the development on Monday. We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on Spin.ph. "Sobrang excited ako. "Sobrang excited ako. ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW , 2023 SPIN.ph - Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Fill out our form in the Contribute page and write for The GUIDON! Following his excellent performances with Gilas Pilipinas, Belangel looks forward to finally resuming play in the UAAP. The 5-foot-10 playmaker got here because of his skills, and at the same time, the work he has been putting in to improve those. Gilas Pilipinas scored 81 in the final window of the FIBA Asia Cup. He still has two years of elibility left with the Blue Eagles if he decides to stay put. Belangelironically from a La Sallian familyturned down offers from La Salle Greenhills and De La Salle Zobel to become a Blue Eaglet. Compare that to the only non-Filipino player to sign under the Asian Players Quota in Japanese guard Moriguchi Hisashi who agreed to a KRW 60 million (PHP 2.46 million) deal with the Goyang Carrot Jumpers and the difference is very stark. Proud ako kasi hindi lang ako ang nanalo, buong Pilipinas yung nanalo (Im proud because it wasnt just me who won, the whole Philippines won), shared the two-time UAAP Seniors division champion. Just 21 years old, Belangel already has a highly-accomplished UAAP career and a successful Gilas stint under his belt. UAAP loses a superstar, but also leans towards more competition. Gusto ko na ako naman magturo. | @dioquinodelfin pic.twitter.com/zbAqC18bZo. Kung mangyari yun, go. [3] Ateneo and Gilas Pilipinas guard SJ Belangel is taking his act overseas after signing with Daegu KOGAS Pegasus in the Korean Basketball League (KBL).===DAEGU KOGAS Pegasus is set to make SJ Belangel the first Filipino import in the Korean Basketball League (KBL).A report by Naver News bared the 22-year-old Ateneo point guard is coming to terms with the club on a contract for the upcoming 2022-23 KBL season.Read more here: https://www.spin.ph/basketball/sj-belangel-to-sign-with-daegu-kogas-pegasus-in-kbl-a2437-20220606===\rSPIN.ph brings you the action right at your fingertips! Aside from being a game-winner for the Philippines and heartbreaker for Korea, Belangel is a two-time UAAP champion for Ateneo. And a big chunk of that comes from the opportunity to face off against familiar faces with Pinoys peppering the Korean Basketball League (KBL) for the upcoming season. You need to see the future and the pros and cons na mangyayari. However, he would be instrumental for the Blue Eagles in the deciding Game 2 of the Season 81 Finals against the University of the Philippines. Soon enough, may decision din naman yan, said Belangel. November 4, 2022 Six Filipinos have become the pioneers for Southeast Asian basketball players in the Korean Basketball League this year. Belangel had to adjust his already . SJ Belangel will be the first among what's expected to be several Filipino players in South Korea's professional basketball scene and the honor is not lost on the young basketball star. There are (or were) Filipinos in Japan, New Zealand, Taiwan, and Serbia. According to Belangel, the skill set of Filipino players, will be valuable for their clubs, especially once the Pinoy players are able to assimilate with the team-oriented play of Korean basketball. For me, yun yung nakikita nila sa skill set ng Filipino basketball players once they get there, kung gaano katalino yung Pinoy players. Most definitely, losing Belangel hurts, especially just a season removed after losing 'Matty Ice' Nieto. ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW , 2023 SPIN.ph - Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Belangel finished with 13 points on 5-for-9 shooting to go with five rebounds and two assists for Gilas. But as ecstatic as he is to bond with the likes of Abarrientos and Rhenz Abando, Belangel insisted that once they step on the court, they're nothing but foes. By continued use, you agree to our privacy policy and accept our use of such cookies. With 2.9 seconds left in the fourth quarter, Belangel caught an inbound pass from Ramos in the right wing, inches away from stepping out of bounds. Gilas Pilipinas will see action in the third window of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers starting this June and the FIBA Asia Cup in July. U S History Teacher salaries - 1 salaries reported. Whatever decision he makes, Belangel said playing for the Philippines is his No. Among them, Rhenz Abando signed the most lucrative deal with him signing with Anyang KGC for a cool KRW 237 million (PHP 9.75 million) in his debut season. Learn more. And the bank was open. Don't think for a second that Ateneo is no longer a contender. Remote Data Entry salaries - 1 salaries reported. Delfin Dioquino dreamt of being a PBA player, but he did not have the skills to make it. (My playing in Korea) opens another door for young Filipino athletes who want to play internationally.". SJ Belangel beat the buzzer with a game-winning three-pointer to lift a young Gilas Pilipinas squad over South Korea, 81-78, for an inspired start in the third and final window of the 2021 FIBA . That gives Gilas a floor leader, young and talented, for now and into the foreseeable future -- a floor leader who played so well that he just got recruited to play in the country whose national team he downed. We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on Spin.ph. Subscribe to our newsletter. Belangel is bound for Korea some time in August, when he'd begin training with the Pegasus for the KBL's new season tipping off in October and running for about eight months. ADVERTISEMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW , 2023 SPIN.ph - Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Pero excited na ako makalaro sa Korea.". The historic shot secured Gilas a spot in the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup. Im super happy that Ill be the first Filipino player to play in Korea, pero at the same time excited. Korea opens up as another avenue for Filipino players. ADVERTISEMENT As per Korean website Naver Sports on Monday, Belangel agreed to a contract with Daegu KOGAS Pegasus. But thoughts they remained, especially since he spent his first two years for Tab Baldwin coming off the bench before being entrusted as the lead guard in his third season. For me right now, Im enjoying na nakapasa ako and waiting for graduation. As he put it, "Gilas commitment, no. "Only the preparation of the KBL official contract remains. Its an opportunity din and at the same time, they need to know, he added. Whatever coach wants me to do, I'll do my best," he remarked. Belangel led the Blue Eaglets to the hilltop with its 19th Juniors Championship before committing to stay home in Ateneo for college. MANILA, PhilippinesSJ Belangel is the latest Filipino basketball star to take his act overseas. But having more choices is a healthy development -- and actually a testament to the good health, overall, of Philippine basketball. They'll be right in thick of things for the championship. Asis was firsthand witness to just that as he has been Belangel's rebounder and passer for game day mornings when the latter makes it a point to knock down 10 shots from seven spots -- most notably before Game 3 of the UAAP 84 finals. In what ended up as his final year, he averaged 11.22 points per contest. MANILA, Philippines -- Former Ateneo point guard SJ Belangel opens the new chapter of his basketball career on Friday, as he leaves for South Korea to officially join the Daegu KOGAS Pegasus. SJ Belangel will be the first among whats expected to be several Filipino players in South Koreas professional basketball scene and the honor is not lost on the young basketball star. Dati, you learn from your kuyas, ngayon ikaw naman kailangan [para] sa mga new recruits (I want to teach this time. 1961. Belangel revealed to select sportswriters who covered the arrival of Houston Rockets rising star Jalen Green that he was slated to travel to Korea on Friday, Aug. 12. Before, you learn from your older brothers, now its you whos needed for the new recruits).. Kasi yun talaga yung dream ko na makapasa sa Ateneo. His impressive season gave him his first-ever UAAP Player of the Week Award. Pero for me, if may mga opportunities na ganyan, siyempre once in a lifetime opportunities. Biggest surprises? From that point on, the letters "S" and "J" -- short for Samjosef -- were tattooed on the minds of Koreans. There was a Filipino in Australia -- and he may be taking his talents to the NBA (best of luck to Kai Sotto!). We use cookies to ensure you get the best browsing experience. I want to help my family, may it be through academics or basketball), he said. Averaging 7.5 points on 38-percent shooting from deep, to go with 4.2 assists and 2.3 rebounds in the qualifiers, the 27-year-old court general was held to just 5.0 points on 18-percent clip from . For context, always refer to the full article. Come Season 82, Belangel furthered his stellar efficiency, averaging 6.4 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists on 40.5% shooting from three in just under 12 minutes of playing time. [3] His father is a former college basketball player star. Minor edits have been made by the TopGear.com.ph editors. "I'll have to adjust to a new system and a language barrier, but I'm just gonna do my role. [12], Belangel has a girlfriend, Isabel Cruz.[13]. Minor edits have been made by the TopGear.com.ph editors. Unfortunately, Belangel will have to wait for a little over than a year before he pairs up with Kim after the latter was enlisted for mandatory military service, returning only to KOGAS by November 2023. [7], He moved to Ateneo High School and played for the Blue Eaglets after he scouted by its coach Joe Silva. In the eighth grade, Belangel returned to Bacolod and continued exhibiting his scoring prowess through 85-point and 65-point outings with Tay Tung High School.
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