Quiambao clarifies 'ligang labas' participation is approved, supports family

Kevin Quiambao of De La Salle Green Archers clarifies his participation in games outside the UAAP is with approval from team management and done to support his family.

Quiambao plays in 'ligang labas' or non-UAAP sanctioned leagues, emphasizing that he earns modest sums and not large amounts as previously claimed.

The reigning UAAP Most Valuable Player attributes his involvement to local support and personal connections, stressing the importance of maintaining good health with proper guidance from coaches.

Despite criticism on social media following a recent appearance in a ligang labas game and subsequent poor performance against Far Eastern University, Quiambao remains unaffected by negative comments and used the backlash as motivation for his strong performance in De La Salle's latest victory over UP.

Quiambao led La Salle with 15 points, five rebounds, three assists, and a steal to secure the top seed in the Final Four on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum.

The UAAP allows student-athletes to participate in recreational leagues as long as it is not a professional league or sanctioned by the Games and Amusement Board (GAB).

Quiambao has been named part of the Gilas Pilipinas pool for the upcoming November window of the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers later this month.