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Season 50 events finalized in Vegas gab
The PBA board of governors met in Las Vegas to finalize plans for the upcoming PBA Season 50, including special events on October 4 and 5 to mark the league's golden season.
A key agenda item was the election of officers, with ongoing discussions about Ricky Vargas potentially continuing as PBA chairman while also being considered for the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas presidency.
If re-elected, Vargas would serve his ninth consecutive term as PBA chairman and also lead Team Philippines as chef de mission for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Commissioner Willie Marcial, Vice Chairman Alfrancis Chua, and representatives from various PBA teams attended the summit.
Discussions also included the potential sale of the NorthPort Batang Pier franchise to Pureblends.
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The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) will extend its Season 50 to over 14 months, starting October 4, to support Gilas Pilipinas' buildup and participation in international competitions with the goal of qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) is celebrating its 50th season with a weekend of events in October.
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