Hoops Group

The Hoops Group has organized structured runs since 2004. The no nonsense pick up games started at the Brent courts in Pasig then made it's way to various locations such as La Salle Greenhills, RFM, & Reyes Gym. JJ Helterbrand, Norman Black, Asi Taulava, & Samboy Lim are just some of the notable names that have brought their pro game to the runs.

The Hoops Group core, primarily made up of yours truly alongside Matt Maklintal & Ravi Chulani, put up the STEAK Summer Pro-Am in April 2004. That Pro-Am batch produced Ginebra's versatile combo guard, Chris "Mouse" Pacana & Rain or Shine's shifty PG, Don Dulay. The Red Squad composed of veterans Matt Maklintal, Ravi Chulani, Dominic Uy, & Norman Black bagged the first championship crown (*Please note - Ravi & Matt - My 1st place Black team lost when I left for NY before the play-offs). Plans for this year's Pro-Am are currently underway. This year's talent pool will be just as strong if not stronger with a handful of rising Fil-Am prospects & a number of PBA veterans slated to participate.

For now, the Hoops Group will continue to focus on Monday Night Hoops (MNH). MNH is a competitive open run held weekly at the Xavier School gym. From up & coming talents to PBA All-Stars & Legends, the games are organized & have been known to get intense. You never know who's going to show up but you definitely need to bring your A game!

Peep some pics here - STEAK Athletics

For more info, stay tuned to Monday Night Hoops (MNH) recaps or email me questions/concerns at banjo@risehoops.com .