One-on-one with the ageless Gilas player Asi Taulava
SA edad na 42, patuloy na nagpapakitang-gilas ang Gilas Pilipinas 3.0 player na si Asi Taulava. Sa nakaraang 37th William Jones Cup sa Taiwan, buong tapang, lakas at husay na nakipagsabayan si Asi sa mga nakababatang players mula sa iba’t-ibang bansa.
Sa nalalapit na 2015 FIBA Asia Championships sa China, lubhang aasahan si Asi para makuha ng Pilipinas ang nag-iisang slot para sa 2016 Rio Olympics.
Sa isang eksklusibong panayam ni Bandera correspondent Eric Dimzon, ikinuwento ng dating PBA Most Valuable Player at kasalukuyang Gilas player ang kanyang nararamdaman sa muling pagkakasali sa pambansang koponan.
How does it feel to be part of the national team once again?
It is an honor and also the best feeling in the world especially in my age. Who would think I’d make it to Gilas’ final 12?
Were you surprised that you made the lineup to the FIBA Asia Championships?
Hell yes! Unbelievable!
How is (Gilas) Coach Tab Baldwin as a coach?
Great! Learning the ins and outs of the FIBA game from a genius.
Do you feel that support to Gilas has been adequate?
MVP (Manny V. Pangilinan) and Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas have been so supportive. This program would not be where it’s at if it weren’t for them.
Do you feel that much is expected from Gilas 3.0?
There’s a lot of expectations. As far as we (the team) are concerned…all in! Everything for flag and country.
At 42, what motivates you to do your best on the court?
The flag on my jersey. The 3 stars and the sun. That’s my motivation.
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