Letran did not need Jerrick Balanza to be on the court to make his presence felt last week.
Days after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, Balanza's teammates were inspired to give him a fitting birthday present, a 99-82 victory against Arellano last Thursday.
After the game, head coach Jeff Napa shares, "Si Jerrick, hindi naman nawala sa team namin yan e. He's still part of the team."
He adds, "Kailangan intindihin namin ang health niya, pero yung presence niya sa dugout, sa ensayo, nandun pa rin yun."
The NCAA has united in rallying behind Balanza in his quest to recovery, with no less than their archrivals San Beda leading in well-wishes.
"We wish and pray for nothing but the best for Balanza," said head coach Boyet Fernandez, adding, "It's unfortunate and we wish for his fast recovery."
Teammate Bong Quinto is heartened by the gesture towards Jerrick, says, "Kailangan tayo ni Jerrick. Good thing naman na buong NCAA, kahit yung mga kalaban namin, nagkakaisa para makatulong kay Jerrick."
The NCAA Press Corps acknowledged Balanza's tremendous strength in his own battle and acting as an inspiration to the Knights by honoring him with the latest Chooks-To-Go Player of the Week nod.
With Jerrick still in need of assistance to ease off his financial obligations, donations are highly welcomed. Details below.
Bank: BDOBranch: BDO Intramuros
Account Name: Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Inc.
Account Number: 4500003129
Days after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, Balanza's teammates were inspired to give him a fitting birthday present, a 99-82 victory against Arellano last Thursday.
After the game, head coach Jeff Napa shares, "Si Jerrick, hindi naman nawala sa team namin yan e. He's still part of the team."
He adds, "Kailangan intindihin namin ang health niya, pero yung presence niya sa dugout, sa ensayo, nandun pa rin yun."
The NCAA has united in rallying behind Balanza in his quest to recovery, with no less than their archrivals San Beda leading in well-wishes.
"We wish and pray for nothing but the best for Balanza," said head coach Boyet Fernandez, adding, "It's unfortunate and we wish for his fast recovery."
Teammate Bong Quinto is heartened by the gesture towards Jerrick, says, "Kailangan tayo ni Jerrick. Good thing naman na buong NCAA, kahit yung mga kalaban namin, nagkakaisa para makatulong kay Jerrick."
The NCAA Press Corps acknowledged Balanza's tremendous strength in his own battle and acting as an inspiration to the Knights by honoring him with the latest Chooks-To-Go Player of the Week nod.
With Jerrick still in need of assistance to ease off his financial obligations, donations are highly welcomed. Details below.
Bank: BDOBranch: BDO Intramuros
Account Name: Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Inc.
Account Number: 4500003129
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