Gabe Norwood

[SkyWalker]

yeah you heard it right! i got that news from a coach. He said, he'll be here in the country on or before June 15, 2007. Peace! :)

[Projectspeed]

yeah you heard it right! i got that news from a coach. He said, he'll be here in the country on or before June 15, 2007. Peace! :)

hmmnnn:D that's good news if he will be included as part of the team for the FIBA Asia Championship:D

[ctongco]

I haven't seen this guy play, but from what I've read he is a very good addition to the Philippine NT.

[bognut]

yeah you heard it right! i got that news from a coach. He said, he'll be here in the country on or before June 15, 2007. Peace! :)

so hat will he do here? will he apply for the PBA draft? or maybe test the waters of Philippine Basketball...

[pachador]

not to doubt you, but you feel 100% reliable na itong balita na pupunta si Gabe norwood sa manila?


yeah you heard it right! i got that news from a coach. He said, he'll be here in the country on or before June 15, 2007. Peace! :)

[SkyWalker]

not to doubt you, but you feel 100% reliable na itong balita na pupunta si Gabe norwood sa manila?

Dont worry man, MY SOURCE is 100% reliable.:D i know, if this one wont work,ill be the one to blame. But anyway, I trust him so much! :) But not yet sure bout his purpose on coming to the country. 2 reasons: PBL or NT and that's if he's not going to the NBA. :)

[elgemeister]

This is a very good news. I'm having this feeling that after the results of the current Asian Champions Cup, PBA and SBP are now "somehow" alarmed on the current status of Team Pilipinas in the International basketball scene. I think that there will be more surprises on the current line up. Just wait and see... :D :D :D

[ival23]

Dont worry man, MY SOURCE is 100% reliable.:D i know, if this one wont work,ill be the one to blame. But anyway, I trust him so much! :) But not yet sure bout his purpose on coming to the country. 2 reasons: PBL or NT and that's if he's not going to the NBA. :)Fil-Am Norwood a long-shot for RP 5

SPORTING CHANCE By Joaquin M. Henson
The Philippine Star 05/04/2007

National basketball team coach Chot Reyes said the other day it’s a remote possibility that 6-5 Fil-Am guard Gabe Norwood of George Mason University will suit up for the Philippines at the FIBA-Asia Championships in Tokushima, Japan, on July 28-Aug. 5.
Reyes confirmed that Red Bull’s Enrico Villanueva will join the squad for the FIBA-Asia Champions Cup in Tehran on May 13-20 but left the door open for roster changes leading to the Olympic qualifiers.

Norwood, 22, showed up for four days during the national team’s recent two-week training camp in Carson City, California, and was impressive in his brief stay. He collected eight points and six assists in his only game with the Philippine squad, a 98-74 win over a US pro-am selection.

"We finally had a chance to see how Gabe fits in with us and from seeing his game, his work ethic in the weight room and court drills and his instant rapport with his teammates, I think he’s a great fit," said Reyes. Norwood said he’s willing to play for the Philippines but the decision will go through his new agent Jim Moughton of Miami. He will attend NBA free agent tryouts this summer.
A plan to invite former Ateneo cager Japeth Aguilar, now playing for NCAA Division I school Western Kentucky University, to attend the Carson City camp was scuttled.

Reyes said no videos were taken of the Philippines’ games against NCAA schools California State at Fullerton and Long Beach State because of league restrictions. The nationals lost to Fullerton by three and beat Long Beach State by four.

The win over Long Beach State capped the team’s grind in Carson City with a bang.

"Long Beach State is the NCAA Division I Big West Conference champion and qualified for the NCAA tournament this past season," said Reyes. "After being down by 18 and trailing for 38 minutes, we managed to come back. They were bigger, stronger and quicker but our guys just never gave up. In our third practice of the day and our last for the trip, they found a way to win. Astig talaga."

Reyes said recent Manila visitor Alan Richardson of England is arranging a series of at least five games against Serbian Division I clubs in Belgrade in late June before the nationals play in the Qatar Invitationals on July 5-10 and a Manila pocket tournament on July 15-20 leading to the Tokushima joust.

Richardson said playing against rugged European players will toughen the Filipino cagers for the FIBA-Asia Championships.

"Europeans are bigger and stronger than most Asians and play a very physical game," said Richardson. "If the Filipinos can hold their own against the Serbs, it’ll be easy beating teams like Qatar and Lebanon which play the international style. I think the Philippines is competitive against China but I understand coach Chot is wary of the Koreans because they’re bringing in a new team."

The Tehran trip is a welcome bonus for Reyes and his charges. It was made possible by the PBL-Harbour Centre squad that clinched the ticket by winning the SEABA Champions Cup in Jakarta a few weeks ago. Second place wouldn’t have done it. Only the winner of the SEABA qualifier was entitled to represent the zone in the FIBA-Asia Champions Cup in Tehran.

Bagging the SEABA Champions Cup crown wasn’t easy and Harbour Centre rebounded from an early loss to Indonesia to whip the hosts in a grudge rematch for the title. It was an act of supreme sacrifice for Mikee Romero’s Harbour Centre to pave the way for the PBA national team to play in Tehran. That’s what you call teamwork – stakeholders working together and sacrificing for the national interest and the greater good.

[lrangels]

I haven't seen this guy play, but from what I've read he is a very good addition to the Philippine NT.

I did!!! Both in person and on TV. He's really good as a SG and as a SF. Although, coach Laranaga made him play as a back-up PG on his last season at Mason, but if you ask for my opinion about it. He's a little bit shaky when being pressured. In playing the (small) forward position, he's more of a swing man and not a post-up forward. A pretty dangerous individual on open cour situations because of his speed and flare.

I'm not sure if GMU took his stats away, but if it's still there, go to www.gomason.com . If not, try to go to the archives section. The last time I looked on it is after the CAA tournament.

;)

;)

[Silent Killer]

Gabe will be gud addition if he'll play for RP team. Can play 3 positions on the floor. He cant play sa PBA coz as the rule says, he must play in the PBL or other leagues at least 25 games. so it means to say hindi pa siya maglalaro sa PBA. He might suit sa RP team and after the stint sa RP team he might play sa PBL for 1 full season at next year pa siya pa draft

[watiwawa]

there's also another guy...

NICK STEPHENS

i heard that he'll play for the pba... dunno if he's a good player...

________________


we have so many gud young, athletic and versatile players who plays the 2 and 3 position....

danny
j wash
k will
KG
norwood
arwind
DEVANCE(he's a natural 3)

average height more or less 6'6..

and they are the FUTURE!!! except danny.. hehehe

TEAM PILIPINAS will be a force to reckon in asia in abt 2-3 yirs... and will continue...

REGAIN THE GLORY!!!

[ctongco]

there's also another guy...

NICK STEPHENS

i heard that he'll play for the pba... dunno if he's a good player...

________________


we have so many gud young, athletic and versatile players who plays the 2 and 3 position....

danny
j wash
k will
KG
norwood
arwind
DEVANCE(he's a natural 3)

average height more or less 6'6..

and they are the FUTURE!!! except danny.. hehehe

TEAM PILIPINAS will be a force to reckon in asia in abt 2-3 yirs... and will continue...

REGAIN THE GLORY!!!


Also a lot of 1's and 2's from the PBL. The likes of Intal, Lanete, Custodio, Cruz, Tang, etc.

[ravn21]

that's a good news sir, well I think is a good player but I hope sir that your info is accurate. Because it will really boost the RP fans moral if that will be confim.

Another breaking news: KG Canaleta will replace Tony Dela Cruz this coming Seaba Qualifier due to injury yes it is confirm just visit Pba.ph for the article.


yeah you heard it right! i got that news from a coach. He said, he'll be here in the country on or before June 15, 2007. Peace! :)

[flip_ya_face01]

hello everyone....
im just new here and i hope this little info i have will help....

http://sportsline.com/collegebasketball/players/playerpage/441888

[viperbravo]

Altoona's Chris Buchanan caught the ball at the right elbow, took two dribbles to his right and proceeded to stride towards the hoop, the ball perched in his right hand. As Buchanan, Altoona's 6-foot-6 forward, extended his arm to lay the ball off the glass, State College's Gabe Norwood, stationed on the opposite wing, took flight.

Just as Buchanan released the ball, a soaring Norwood met him in midair, rejecting the Altoona big man's attempt at a finesse finger roll.

Upon landing, Norwood struck a body builder's pose, gritted his teeth and glared towards the Altoona bench as the ball caromed out of bounds.

"I was just trying to get our team back up," Norwood said. "They were going on a run and momentum was shifting."

The play, a mere blip during State College's narrow 39-37 loss to Altoona in this year's District 6 Class AAAA final, proved yet again what had become so apparent during the regular season: Norwood had grown into the ultimate difference-maker for the Little Lions.

The recognition is beginning to materialize.

On Monday, Norwood, a senior, took home most valuable player and top offensive player honors in the Mountain League's large-school division. Jordan Norwood, his younger brother, was voted the league's top defensive player. Today, they'll lead the Little Lions into the PIAA Class AAAA Western final against Altoona.

"He's been so consistent," State College coach Drew Frank said of Gabe.

The road to stardom has been a long one for Norwood, who traces his basketball roots to the basement of his grandmother's home in Maryland, where he would play epic games against his father, uncles and later, Jordan, on the six-foot Fisher-Price hoop.

Norwood's high school career began at Broadneck High near Annapolis, Md., where he was a 5-foot-7 reserve point guard during his freshman season.

Norwood played his sophomore season (2000-01) at Coronado High in Lubbock, Texas, after his father, Brian, left a football coaching position at Navy to take over as defensive backs coach at Texas Tech. He earned first-team all-district honors and was named newcomer of the year while playing for Bubba Jennings, who know works on Bobby Knight's staff at Texas Tech.

When his father took the safeties coaching position at Penn State in mid-2001, it was on to State College, where Norwood has averaged 11.7 points in 57 games over the past two seasons. A team captain this season, the 6-4 Norwood leads the Little Lions in scoring at 15.0 points.

"I've felt like I was at home after last season," Norwood said. "We have such a great group of guys."

But Norwood has shined brightest this season, his game carrying State College to new heights. His defense has been smothering, his offense explosive when it needs to be. He handles the ball like it's a yo-yo and he jukes more than a Wurlitzer yet is always under control.

"You could tell he had an awful lot of athleticism and skill," Frank recalls after seeing Norwood at preseason practice last season. "I think the area we asked Gabe to improve the most in that first season was on the defensive end of the floor. And this year, he's evolved into probably our defensive stopper going up against everything from a point guard to a large forward.

"Even where Gabe is this season, you take a look at his upside and it's through the roof. Everything from his on-court play to this leadership role. He's had a really focusing effect for the team, especially down the stretch."

And now colleges are starting to focus on Norwood, who says he's keeping his options open.

Several Division I universities has expressed interest, including the College of Charleston, Colgate, Lafayette, Rider, St. Francis (Pa.) and James Madison.

"If we can get by (today)," Frank said, "the eyes of the state will be on him come Saturday. And that will pique more interest."

[protossdomain]

Reyes said he's in contact with Norwood's father Brian and there's a possiblity the 6'5" guard may join the national team in Belgrade for a series of games against Serbian professional clubs starting June 12.

Source: The Philippine Star
May 31, 2007

[Project888]

if gabe norwood is coming to town on june 15 and the serbia matchups starts at june 12?!@#$ :confused:

[swaggerbox]

Gabe will be gud addition if he'll play for RP team. Can play 3 positions on the floor. He cant play sa PBA coz as the rule says, he must play in the PBL or other leagues at least 25 games. so it means to say hindi pa siya maglalaro sa PBA. He might suit sa RP team and after the stint sa RP team he might play sa PBL for 1 full season at next year pa siya pa draft

Actually, if Gabe makes it to the RP team, there's no need to adhere to a 25-game requirement and he could apply directly for the PBA draft this year. The rule only applies if the Fil-foreign player has not seen action for the RP team.

[SkyWalker]

Norwood suiting up for Nationals
By Nelson Beltran
Wednesday, June 6, 2007

Fil-Am player Gabe Norwood has confirmed his participation with the SMC-RP team starting with its forth-coming training stint in Belgrade, Serbia and all the way to the FIBA-Asia Olympic qualifying tourney in Tokushima, Japan in July.

RP team assistant coach Aboy Castro said Norwood will first attend the Utah Jazz tryout this week then either joins the RP team in a few practice sessions here or flies straight to Belgrade.

“The team is leaving for Belgrade Sunday or Monday. Norwood, meanwhile, is committed to join us on or before June 15,” said Castro, the one in constant communication with the former George Mason U Patriot.

“Even if he makes the grade at Utah, he’s committed to play for us. Even the NBA stars are playing in the FIBA-America Olympic qualifier since the next NBA season won’t open until November,” said Castro.

Norwood, at 6-foot-5, is said to be a versatile player able to play either guard position and at small forward.

He started in three contests and led the Patriots in bench scoring as they made the 2006 NCAA Final Four, losing to eventual champion the Florida Gators.

Norwood, 22, who’s maternal grandfather is a Filipino, suited up with the RP team in a game in their recent US training. The RP team is now working on Norwood’s Filipino passport which is the requirement for the FIBA-Asia championship.

The 22-year-old mascom graduate is keen on joining the Belgrade trip where the Nationals are set to play five Serbian league division I teams. They may encounter some members of the Serbian & Montenegro team which ruled the 2002 world championships.

The George Mason Patriots website says Norwood “is an intelligent athlete with an excellent feel for the game, distributes the ball well and has good court vision.”

He had an outstanding two-year varsity career at State College Area High School for coach Drew Franks. He received Class AAAA 2003 most outstanding player and top offensive player honors in the Mountain League, named first-team All-League as a senior and second-team All-League as a junior.

His father Brian played four years of collegiate football for the University of Hawaii.


hehehehe...:D galing ni coach! :)

[watiwawa]

confirmed....!!!

[05coach]

US college star may play for RP five
By: Rey Joble
HIS name does ring a bell as he has made quite an impact in the US NCAA while playing for George Mason.

But who is Gabe Norwood?

Norwood, an American collegiate standout, has a quarter of Filipino blood and is excited to learn about the possibility of representing the Philippines in the Olympic qualifying FIBA-Asia Championship.

He played for the national team handled by coach Chot Reyes during the Filipinos’ several tune-up matches in Carlson, California and quickly impressed everyone with his flexibility and athleticism.

And he is seriously being considered to join the SMC-RP squad along with Fil-Am rookie Kelly Williams and former PBA MVP Willie Miller.

But there’s a hitch.

Norwood has yet to avail of a Philippine passport and has to fix this problem the soonest possible time to join the squad in Belgrade.

The Nationals will stay in the camp in Belgrade from June 12-20 in between tune-up matches with the bigger and stronger European players.

“We are still fixing the exact date of his arrival. Malamang, he will meet us in Belgrade,” said SMC-RP assistant coach Aboy Castro.

Once a visitor in the country with Athletes in Action, a sports ministry that allows athletes to communicate their faith to those in other parts of the world, Norwood and his squad played six different teams sent around the world.

Norwood made the obvious choice of traveling to the South Pacific to go back to his roots in the Philippines.

“I was blessed with the opportunity to travel with Athletes in Action to the Philippines. We played against numerous college teams and the Filipino National Team. Being one-quarter Filipino, it might give me the opportunity to be part of their Olympic Team in 2008,” said Norwood in one of his interviews.

An intelligent athlete, he played in all 35 games in the 2005-06 season and was sixth on the team in minutes played.

While Norwood is so excited to suit up for the Philippines, Kelly Williams appears to be less interested.

Buddy Encarnado, Sta. Lucia’s representative to the PBA board, has reportedly allowed Williams to join the RP squad, but the Fil-Am rookie swingman, top overall pick in the last PBA draft, is still thinking whether or not to join the team.

[jason_28c]

di pwede maging fil-am si norwood... quarter pinoy lang pala sya.. dapat half pinoy...........

[kerouac82]

di pwede maging fil-am si norwood... quarter pinoy lang pala sya.. dapat half pinoy...........
Actually, mali ang report sa Star. Both of Norwood's maternal grandparents were Pinoy.

[jason_28c]

saan mo nakuha yang both maternal grandparents nya ay pinoy?

[05coach]

Actually, a portion of him lang talaga ang Pinoy.

[kerouac82]

saan mo nakuha yang both maternal grandparents nya ay pinoy?

I think most of the April 17 newspapers carried this story:

US-based cager being eyed for RP five



By WAYLON GALVEZ

ASIDE FROM meeting its objectives in a two-week training camp in the US, coach Chot Reyes may have found his 12th man for the national team.



Reyes, who arrived Sunday night with members of the RP five, said yesterday that he will meet with his coaching staff to assess the performance of Fil-American guard Gabe Norwood.

The 6-foot-5 Norwood, who played point guard for George Mason University, a US NCAA Division 1 school which entered the Final Four two years ago, suited up for several games for the nationals.

"Yes he (Norwood) could be the 12th man but that’s got to be decided by the coaching staff," Reyes told the Bulletin.

"We’ve been keeping in touch with him since last year. We already know that he’s a Filipino-American. We met his family in Los Angeles, and there’s no doubt, dugong Pinoy."

Reyes said that the 22-year-old Norwoods’ grandparents hail from Pangasinan and Tarlac.

"The player we need (from the PBA) won’t be released by his mother team, that’s why we have to find elsewhere. Gabe is an excellent player, and he proved he can fit with other players," added Reyes.


http://www.mb.com.ph/issues/2007/04/17/SPRT2007041791947.html

[Dinamita]

Hey guys how about Gregory Fuentes-Slaughter?
He's a 6'11 Fil-Am from Virginia USA...
He will be playing at Univ of Visayas this season...
He'll be a good help if he aint a BUST...
hehehehehe.. I hope he aint a bust...

[jason_28c]

thanks... jonar.........

[watiwawa]

if we have norwood on the team.. then, we will solve some problems...

1>guard match up problems
2>speed
3>rasheim wright who is the main weapon of jordan...

[saints13]

Gabe Norwood
#5 GMU 6th Man


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[art00]

Any updates on Norwood? Is he really joining the RP team?

[saints13]

Yes he is! :)

Believe it or not, you may argue with this...

I think our NT is already pushing the panic button..

Gabe Norwood is a bit skeptical about his RP team stint..

He hopes to get the most out of it..

His handler envisions Gabe Norwood as an NBA Player..

Let's just hope that RP Team will help uplift his career...

[demonyito]

as what project888 fears, saints13 posted some images that can be beneficial to scouting eyes:D

here, from picture 1) & 5), norwood does Manu Ginobili in protecting the ball. so Karim will have an idea where to swipe the ball lol

while pictures 2, 3 & 4 shows that he can dunk easily. so our opponent may plan to remove the rim

[saints13]

as what project888 fears, saints13 posted some images that can be beneficial to scouting eyes:D

here, from picture 1) & 5), norwood does Manu Ginobili in protecting the ball. so Karim will have an idea where to swipe the ball lol

pictures 2, 3 & 4 shows that he can dunk easily. so our opponent plans to remove the rim

Those pictures are available in the internet..no big deal :)

It's a shallow way of scouting by looking at pictures alone, if you want to hide players, why don't you let them wear a mask or something :D

I didn't post this pics for the scouts, its for the fellow Filipinos here.

Gabe Norwood is in a Final Four NCAA division 1 team, it's easy to access infos and pictures about him on the net.

[reamily]

gabe norwood is the long answer to the tall guards of china

[saints13]

Gabe Norwood adds size to the RP NT backcourt :) that's all for now :)

[art00]

Those pictures are available in the internet..no big deal :)

It's a shallow way of scouting by looking at pictures alone, if you want to hide players, why don't you let them wear a mask or something :D

I didn't post this pics for the scouts, its for the fellow Filipinos here.

Gabe Norwood is in a Final Four NCAA division 1 team, it's easy to access infos and pictures about him on the net.

Uhm, bro, I think demonyito was just kidding. :)

[saints13]

Uhm, bro, I think demonyito was just kidding. :)

yeah, I think too. Sorry if my reply looked rude but I meant no offense. :)

[viperbravo]

Guys, ask ko lang, kasama ba si KELLY WILLIAMS sa Belgrade? How about Gaby Norwood?

[Project888]

Guys, ask ko lang, kasama ba si KELLY WILLIAMS sa Belgrade? How about Gaby Norwood?

yap, gabe will join the rp team in belgrade, actually gabe will meet the rp team in an London airport
tpos tungkol nman kay kelly, di sya nakasama sa trip to belgrade, i think he refused to join the rp team

[VII]

Dont worry man, MY SOURCE is 100% reliable.:D i know, if this one wont work,ill be the one to blame. But anyway, I trust him so much! :) But not yet sure bout his purpose on coming to the country. 2 reasons: PBL or NT and that's if he's not going to the NBA. :)

but if hes included in the RP NT then hes going to missed them...

RP Team fly out to belgrade today (12 june) !! and hes coming here on the 17th????

[viperbravo]

yap, gabe will join the rp team in belgrade, actually gabe will meet the rp team in an London airport
tpos tungkol nman kay kelly, di sya nakasama sa trip to belgrade, i think he refused to join the rp team


Thanks bro! I hate Kelly Williams...He is not a true Filipino. A true Filipino is not afraid...I don't like him anymore...HE IS A COWARD! :mad: I hate you Kelly Williams, You don't deserve to be in the PBA...COWARD!!!!!

[VII]

Thanks bro! I hate Kelly Williams...He is not a true Filipino. A true Filipino is not afraid...I don't like him anymore...HE IS A COWARD! :mad: I hate you Kelly Williams, You don't deserve to be in the PBA...COWARD!!!!!

here in australia...there a rugby union league called super 14...

this is a league between sth africa, new zealand and australia..

anyway the clubs that are based in their respective country are not allowed to hire a player that would end up playing for another country...

if williams does not want to suit up for the NT then he shouldnt be playing in the PBA...why? because hes taking the spot of a local player who might even be developed into a NT player...tsk tsk...sayang...what a wasted effort by chot...

[saints13]

Let's be fair with Kelly Williams, let's not take things personal :)
The fact that he is not homegrown makes the RP team cause not within his veins. Let's just face the fact that he served well during the other RP team games wherein they joined various competitions and this time in Tokushima he'll be sitting out of the team. I'm pretty sure he'll have a lot of haters right now but the thing is, RP team will be RP team with or without Kelly Williams.
He was pampered too much by the Philippine Basketball in hopes of him representing our country during this time of basketball missions, but he failed the whole Filipino Basketball community. I wonder what Coach Chot has to say about this? :)

[jason_28c]

Norwood may not played in the coming fiba asia if his paper is incomplete.... Pls comment.............

[protossdomain]

Norwood may not played in the coming fiba asia if his paper is incomplete.... Pls comment.............

Where did you find the source, that his papers could not be found? :mad:

[saints13]

Norwood may not played in the coming fiba asia if his paper is incomplete.... Pls comment.............

why not bring her mother with him as a proof?..joke! :)

[jason_28c]

www.inq7.net

[bolabasket]

Let DOJ issue Norwood a Filipino Passport....other documents to follow....hehe

[protossdomain]

No doubt all his papers will be arranged accordingly. And may I stress, legally. :D

[pinoy pac fan]

Hala, lagoooot?

[DaveMap2007]

If his ancestry is long been mixed up wtih hawaiin,black-american race..........thus it make you a filipino?.........just like ancestry of the african-american slave they are not already considered africans.........he is an american with filipino ancestry

[demonyito]

i naturalized na lang kasi and then let the media do the talking again that he's indeed got a pinoy ancestry

[Sakamoto]

The birth certificate of his grandmother which is one of the important pertinent document is missing. We have so many cases of missing birth certificate in our country specially during the 1940's - 50's.

[demonyito]

The birth certificate of his grandmother which is one of the important pertinent document is missing. We have so many cases of missing birth certificate in our country specially during the 1940's - 50's.

its out of NCSO's records. they can get it from the records which i forgot the exact name of the office which is located in Palacio del Gobernador in Intramuors Manila.
if not, they can try the U.S. birth and death records during American occupation in the Phlippines(only special or diplomatic request i think).. that to my wonder, can even trace your genealogy

[protossdomain]

The birth certificate of his grandmother which is one of the important pertinent document is missing. We have so many cases of missing birth certificate in our country specially during the 1940's - 50's.

So what are the chances of Gabe here?

[viperbravo]

Guys, sa Recto lang katapat nyan...hehehe..one (1) hour lang tapos na yan...

[killercrossover]

Here's the latest on Norwood...taken from Journal...

Norwood’s RP stint still doubtful

FIL-AM guard Gabe Norwood’s continued stay in the RP men’s team and possibly, a stint in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), remains in doubt as he has yet to fully complete his papers proving his Filipino lineage.

The 6-foot-5 playma-ker, a key player in George Mason University’s Final Four bid in the US NCAA two years ago, is currently in town after arriving with the SMC-RP squad from Belgrade, Servia where the Nationals concluded their week-long training.

Norwood admitted that his lawyers are currently working on his papers that would allow him to secure a Philippine passport.

But questions still arise on whether his parents are still Filipino at the time he was born. In a talk with mediamen, Norwood said it was actually his great grandfather who hails from Pangasinan.

[pachador]

here's some old news that shows Norwood's filipino ancestry is on both the maternal and paternal side

CARSON CITY, California. – Team San Miguel-Pilipinas posted its third win in four games Saturday, beating a selection of ABA-USBL players and aspiring pros 98-74 before a weekend crowd of close to 300 Filipinos at the Home Depot Center here.

The game saw Gabe Norwood of George Mason University, whose late grandfather hails from Pangasinan and grandmother Frances Villoria comes from Camiling, Tarlac, suiting up for the Nationals.

The 6-foot-5 Norwood played point guard for GMU which advanced to last year’s NCAA Final Four but failed to make it this year. Norwood flew in from Virginia and joined the Nationals in their 3-on-3 practice last Friday. He also practiced with the team Saturday morning and played later that night.

Inspired by the presence of his relatives, Mark Caguioa opened up scoring with a 3-point shot, before Asi Taulava and Ranidel de Ocampo took turns attacking the hoop as the Nationals took a 12-0 lead, forcing the opposing coach to call an early time-out.

The Americans came back strong behind CCA all-conference member Johntae Vincent and ABA veteran Phil Givens to close out first quarter scoring trailing by six 30-24.

Shortly before the quarter ended, Norwood was fielded in by coach Chot Reyes. Alternating between the point and off-guard spots, Norwood immediately made his presence felt via a thunderous slam off a back pass from Jimmy Alapag that drove the pro-Pinoy crowd crazy. Gabe went on to score on a variety of jumpers while running the offense and passing off for six assists, prompting his teammates to give their ‘thumbs-up’ on his potential as a probable national team member.

The Americans opened the third quarter with a 12-2 run to threaten at 60-54. After a time-out, the Nationals threw a half-court trapping defense that led to successive baskets and gave the RP team a 79-61 lead going into the third quarter. This seemed to take the fight out of the Americans as they never got any closer the rest of the way.

"This team had some great size and talent but was more of an all-star selection and not really a team. Still, I thought we did well in terms of ball movement and over-all effort," said Reyes.

"More importantly, we finally had a chance to see how Gabe fits in with us, and from seeing this game, his work ethic in the weight room and court drills, and his instant rapport with his teammates, I would say that he is a great fit," Reyes added. "He flies back to attend school Sunday night, so it will be interesting to see how we play against legitimate Division-I teams on Tuesday (Cal State Fullerton) and Wednesday (Long Beach State).

The scores:


RP-San Miguel 98– Seigle 21, Caguioa 18, Pennisi 13, de Ocampo 11, Helterbrand 10, Taulava 8, Norwood 8, Raymundo 4, Alapag 4, dela Cruz 2, Ritualo 2. (Hontiveros DNP due to injury)


US Selection 74– Vincent 21, Givens 15, Bewer 10, Yamatz 8, Bryant 8, Meiller 4, Rivers 4, Lawrence 4, Hamilton 0.

[jason_28c]

Ex-US NCAA star Norwood hits town looking for relatives
By Musong R. Castillo
Inquirer 06/24/2007

MANILA, Philippines—Gabe Norwood planed in together with the rest of the Philippine team a couple of days back, and unlike many Fil-American players who came to trace their roots here, he hasn’t seen a relative just yet.

“No, I don’t know anyone here,” Norwood, a 22-year-old former star of George Mason University in the US NCAA, told scribes Friday night at the Araneta Coliseum. “No one has actually come to me and told me that he’s my relative.”

Norwood is being eyed by coach Chot Reyes for the RP team, which will campaign in the Fiba Asia in Japan next month for a slot in next year’s Beijing Olympics.

Only one critical piece of paper is missing in Norwood’s claim to Filipino lineage, the birth certificate of his grandmother.

Though Norwood does not even know the name of his grandmother, her birth certificate, if it can be determined that she was still a Filipino at the time of Norwood’s mother’s birth, he can get a Philippine passport.

“All I know is that my great grandpa is from Pangasinan,” Norwood, a reedy, 6-5 point guard, whose father Brian was a quarterback for the University of Hawaii, said.

A lawyer whom the Inquirer consulted yesterday said that it is possible for Norwood to secure a Philippine passport “if that piece of paper is found and proven to be authentic.

“But it would be a case of forcing through, most especially since the Fiba Asia is just more than a month away.”

The lawyer, who did not want to be identified, said that if the father or mother of Norwood’s mother happens to be Filipinos at the time of the cager’s mother’s birth, “then he can pass as a Filipino.”

An article posted in March 2006 on the starbulletin.com website said that the family of Norwood’s mother Tiffiney, migrated to Maui from the Philippines.

“They have lived in Maui for five generations, her (Tiffiney’s) great grandmother migrating to Maui from the Philippines,” the article said.

[joel23]

He will need to rush to attend of his birthcertificate, papers of his relatives for Philippine Passport...

[SkyWalker]

‘Norwood elevated RP 5’s game’

By Ronnie Nathanielsz

NATIONAL coach Chot Reyes said United States National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I standout Fil-Am Gabe Norwood, who joined the Philippine team in its tough stint against top teams from Serbia and Montenegro, elevated the games of other team members and proved to be a major find.

“Norwood was the Rafi Reavis we were looking for. He shut down the opposing team’s top scorer, blocked shots, rebounded,” said Reyes. “Beyond that, the members of the RP team welcomed his presence.”

The lanky Reavis was forced to quit the national team after undergoing major surgery on his shoulder some months ago.

The coach said Norwood’s papers were with the Philippine Basketball Association, where the point person is legal counsel Melvin Mendoza. He said Norwood’s grandmother—a Filipina—had sent her birth certificate, which commissioner Noli Eala said was needed.

“We know for a fact that Gabe has Filipino blood,” said Reyes, stressing that he had met and talked to Norwood’s grandmother, cousins and other relatives who attested to his Filipino roots.

The Fil-Am’s late grandfather hailed from Pangasinan and his grandmother Frances Viloria was from Camiling, Tarlac.

In fact, Reyes earlier said: “I don’t think there is going to be a problem for a passport.”

Norwood is a 6’5” standout, who played point guard for George Mason University, which advanced to last year’s NCAA Final Four and first joined the nationals in their grueling stint in the US. Reyes noted then that Norwood suited up for the nationals against an ABA/USBL selection of players and aspiring pros at the Home Depot Center in Carson City, which the RP team won, 98-74.

“The way Norwood seamlessly blended in, you would think he’s been playing with the team for a long time.”

source: manila standard today

[bolabasket]

marami siguro dun sa manila southwoods!!! hehe

[Sakamoto]

There are so many cases of lost birth certificate. The local civil registrar were unable to send the birth certificate to the National Statistics Office. This scenario is quite simple but what if the pertinent document was destroyed either by fire or flood and also what if they found the document and find out that there are some technicalities like when Norwood's mother was born, his grandmother is already a US citizen.

[bolabasket]

It's in the internet...his grandparents are IMMIGRANTS from the Philippines, which means they're already adults when arriving in Hawaii. Am I correct?

[protossdomain]

Norwood elevated RP 5’s game

By Ronnie Nathanielsz

National coach Chot Reyes said United States National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I standout Fil-Am Gabe Norwood, who joined the Philippine team in its tough stint against top teams from Serbia and Montenegro, elevated the games of other team members and proved to be a major find.

“Norwood was the Rafi Reavis we were looking for. He shut down the opposing team’s top scorer, blocked shots, rebounded,” said Reyes. “Beyond that, the members of the RP team welcomed his presence.”

The lanky Reavis was forced to quit the national team after undergoing major surgery on his shoulder some months ago.

The coach said Norwood’s papers were with the Philippine Basketball Association, where the point person is legal counsel Melvin Mendoza. He said Norwood’s grandmother—a Filipina—had sent her birth certificate, which commissioner Noli Eala said was needed.
“We know for a fact that Gabe has Filipino blood,” said Reyes, stressing that he had met and talked to Norwood’s grandmother, cousins and other relatives who attested to his Filipino roots.

The Fil-Am’s late grandfather hailed from Pangasinan and his grandmother Frances Viloria was from Camiling, Tarlac.
In fact, Reyes earlier said: “I don’t think there is going to be a problem for a passport.”
Norwood is a 6’5” standout, who played point guard for George Mason University, which advanced to last year’s NCAA Final Four and first joined the nationals in their grueling stint in the US. Reyes noted then that Norwood suited up for the nationals against an ABA/USBL selection of players and aspiring pros at the Home Depot Center in Carson City, which the RP team won, 98-74.

“The way Norwood seamlessly blended in, you would think he’s been playing with the team for a long time.”

source: manila standard today

This article might just put an end to this problem. :D

[zuma169]

For all those Filipinos who truly love basketball..

let us extend our deepest prayers for Gabe Norwood for him to be able to obtain the necessary documents for him to be able to play for Pilipinas..

Mabuhay!!!

[psychopath]

if ever he can't, there are still many players who can contribute for the NT
say, cyrus baguio, villanueva, cardona etc.

of course the biggest advantage of retaining norwood wud be maintaining the team's chemistry which is gettin better and better

[pachador]

my guess is that his documents are all ready. the press release that his documents are not ready is just psy-war(mind games) with the opponents

[viperbravo]

my guess is that his documents are all ready. the press release that his documents are not ready is just psy-war(mind games) with the opponents

Yeah, your right bro!, Coach Chot will not use Norwood, if all his papers are not yet ready!

[djcortfer]

lol. excited with my very first post. :D

yeah let's really hope that that is the case, he has shown his potentials, so yes i will pray. Let's pray.

[bolabasket]

Yeah, your right bro!, Coach Chot will not use Norwood, if all his papers are not yet ready!
That's great thinking...good logic....

[snipes12]

still not contended ... i want danny siegle !!

he is the missing piece in the last busan asian games...

[ravn21]

Hmm... it will be better if we pray for all of them, not just the players, coach and staffs but also the people who are responsible for the team like the small person who takes care of them. For me they all deserve the God bless when they go to Tokoshima. This is a simple prayer:


Lord Jesus,

Thank you for giving us the chance to participate once again in this prestigious event. We remember all the blood and sweat spilled by our former players who competed in past basketball tournaments that we succeeded and failed because we know they glorified you through their talents. Lord, as we remember their hard work and dedication for bringing pride and joy to You and all the Filipinos, We ask to guide to victory and bringing the glory that we once hold. It's not for selfish glory or foolish pride but to bring glory to You, O Lord and to reward us the little happiness and inspiration to this country that badly needs it. Lord, We may lack strength and height but you will prove the ability to do it. Give us the strength of a lion, heart of a champion, and the power of the Filipino nation. Lord, we also ask for the safety of our players and also our competitors that no one will be hurt when they play.Teach them to be a true God-fearing sportman that will be gracious in defeat and good mannered in victory. We hope that you will grant us the favor that we ask because it is not for one person but for our country and for you. Lord, we hope that you will be on our side in victory or in defeat. We ask your guidance, AMEN

Pray 1 Our Father and 12 hail mary.... I hope that Lord is at our side i guess He seen what our players and our country suffered a lot. I think its our time again. Pls pass on this simple prayer and pray this until we reach our goal. I also hope this will be posted in various place to show support to our team....GOD BLESS THE PHILIPPINES and our BASKETBALL TEAM!

[snipes12]

nice me personal priest pala taio dito ...

[sickcurtain_16]

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen.

If it's not yet done, then there's Recto, all his papers will be ready in just 30 minutes. Oh yes, Im just kiddin here. hehehehe. Of course, Gabe is Filipino so he won't have much problem.

[rensquared]

Hmm... it will be better if we pray for all of them, not just the players, coach and staffs but also the people who are responsible for the team like the small person who takes care of them. For me they all deserve the God bless when they go to Tokoshima. This is a simple prayer:


Lord Jesus,

Thank you for giving us the chance to participate once again in this prestigious event. We remember all the blood and sweat spilled by our former players who competed in past basketball tournaments that we succeeded and failed because we know they glorified you through their talents. Lord, as we remember their hard work and dedication for bringing pride and joy to You and all the Filipinos, We ask to guide to victory and bringing the glory that we once hold. It's not for selfish glory or foolish pride but to bring glory to You, O Lord and to reward us the little happiness and inspiration to this country that badly needs it. Lord, We may lack strength and height but you will prove the ability to do it. Give us the strength of a lion, heart of a champion, and the power of the Filipino nation. Lord, we also ask for the safety of our players and also our competitors that no one will be hurt when they play.Teach them to be a true God-fearing sportman that will be gracious in defeat and good mannered in victory. We hope that you will grant us the favor that we ask because it is not for one person but for our country and for you. Lord, we hope that you will be on our side in victory or in defeat. We ask your guidance, AMEN

Pray 1 Our Father and 12 hail mary.... I hope that Lord is at our side i guess He seen what our players and our country suffered a lot. I think its our time again. Pls pass on this simple prayer and pray this until we reach our goal. I also hope this will be posted in various place to show support to our team....GOD BLESS THE PHILIPPINES and our BASKETBALL TEAM!

Amen..

[norwood]

Originally Posted by pachador
my guess is that his documents are all ready. the press release that his documents are not ready is just psy-war(mind games) with the opponents


Yeah, your right bro!, Coach Chot will not use Norwood, if all his papers are not yet ready!

Hopefully, it will be like that bros...but it takes time to prcoess Fil-Am papers before they can legitimately play as a FIlipino Squad..If you don't remember, he was somewhat scouted in the US when the RP-NT was playing there, and when they went home in our country coach chot side stated in the public that they have suspected Fil-Am that can possible suit and help our RP-NT to play in tokushima..on that time they don't know yet the exact location of GABE, but, luckily they were found him and able to play in JONES CUP w/c is not very much concerned with the legalities, whether the player were legitimate nationality on the said country thay they are playing for..

the bottom line is...WE CAN'T AFFORD TO LOSE GABE IN THE FINAL ROSTER IN TOKUSHIMA..WE REALLY NEED HIM and we already watched him how he is capable with..

LET'S PRAY ALTOGETHER FOR ALL RP-NT TO REACH UNTIL BEIJING!

LONG LIVE FILIPINAS!

[norwood]

Hmm... it will be better if we pray for all of them, not just the players, coach and staffs but also the people who are responsible for the team like the small person who takes care of them. For me they all deserve the God bless when they go to Tokoshima. This is a simple prayer:


Lord Jesus,

Thank you for giving us the chance to participate once again in this prestigious event. We remember all the blood and sweat spilled by our former players who competed in past basketball tournaments that we succeeded and failed because we know they glorified you through their talents. Lord, as we remember their hard work and dedication for bringing pride and joy to You and all the Filipinos, We ask to guide to victory and bringing the glory that we once hold. It's not for selfish glory or foolish pride but to bring glory to You, O Lord and to reward us the little happiness and inspiration to this country that badly needs it. Lord, We may lack strength and height but you will prove the ability to do it. Give us the strength of a lion, heart of a champion, and the power of the Filipino nation. Lord, we also ask for the safety of our players and also our competitors that no one will be hurt when they play.Teach them to be a true God-fearing sportman that will be gracious in defeat and good mannered in victory. We hope that you will grant us the favor that we ask because it is not for one person but for our country and for you. Lord, we hope that you will be on our side in victory or in defeat. We ask your guidance, AMEN

Pray 1 Our Father and 12 hail mary.... I hope that Lord is at our side i guess He seen what our players and our country suffered a lot. I think its our time again. Pls pass on this simple prayer and pray this until we reach our goal. I also hope this will be posted in various place to show support to our team....GOD BLESS THE PHILIPPINES and our BASKETBALL TEAM!

Yes bro, we really needs this...not only for the sake of our country..but, even for our daily life...just PRAY we know IT WORKS!

LongLIve FiLipinas!

[rensquared]

Originally Posted by pachador
my guess is that his documents are all ready. the press release that his documents are not ready is just psy-war(mind games) with the opponents



Hopefully, it will be like that bros...but it takes time to prcoess Fil-Am papers before they can legitimately play as a FIlipino Squad..If you don't remember, he was somewhat scouted in the US when the RP-NT was playing there, and when they went home in our country coach chot side stated in the public that they have suspected Fil-Am that can possible suit and help our RP-NT to play in tokushima..on that time they don't know yet the exact location of GABE, but, luckily they were found him and able to play in JONES CUP w/c is not very much concerned with the legalities, whether the player were legitimate nationality on the said country thay they are playing for..

the bottom line is...WE CAN'T AFFORD TO LOSE GABE IN THE FINAL ROSTER IN TOKUSHIMA..WE REALLY NEED HIM and we already watched him how he is capable with..

LET'S PRAY ALTOGETHER FOR ALL RP-NT TO REACH UNTIL BEIJING!

LONG LIVE FILIPINAS!

Are the prayers answered yet??? Please Lord... Let Gabe play for our NT in the Tokushima Games...

[DiegoClang]

isn't this looking like we're becoming too desperate? i think we should save our prayers for things like....end of war in iraq or anywhere or how about peace on earth? or end to hunger? but, for bball :eek: ? nah. well, it's probably just me:rolleyes:

[limlioanglix]

isn't this looking like we're becoming too desperate? i think we should save our prayers for things like....end of war in iraq or anywhere or how about peace on earth? or end to hunger? but, for bball :eek: ? nah. well, it's probably just me:rolleyes:

yeah, you're right bro., but we are in the forum of interbasket, and the thread starter are asking for prayer, thats why our brother are making a prayer for the entire participating team for Fiba Asia.

For the prayer you will want to, I will said to you that every hour in a day in a whole world, there are so many religious people regardless the religion are praying to stop the war around the world, praying for peace on earth and praying for the end of hunger all over the world... PEACE BROTHER

[sickcurtain_16]

And God is all powerful that He can hear simultaneously all the prayers of the people in the world. There's no limitation with God.

This thread is becoming more spiritual, hehehe. But it's nice. ;-)

[DiegoClang]

yeah, you're right bro., but we are in the forum of interbasket, and the thread starter are asking for prayer, thats why our brother are making a prayer for the entire participating team for Fiba Asia.

For the prayer you will want to, I will said to you that every hour in a day in a whole world, there are so many religious people regardless the religion are praying to stop the war around the world, praying for peace on earth and praying for the end of hunger all over the world... PEACE BROTHER

then why stop at fiba-asia...how about we pray that our team get the olympic gold...then the world championship. let us also pray that a filipino gets to play in the NBA and then he becomes an MVP while playing for the champion team!

[sickcurtain_16]

Then let's do it. hehehehe.

But for now, let's pray to the more possible ones. One that is within reach. And then, after that, then let's pray for the "miracles" that you are stating. hehehehe :)

[jramoyo]

god does not exist... hihi nangugulo lang...

[norwood]

then why stop at fiba-asia...how about we pray that our team get the olympic gold...then the world championship. let us also pray that a filipino gets to play in the NBA and then he becomes an MVP while playing for the champion team!


Then let's do it. hehehehe.

But for now, let's pray to the more possible ones. One that is within reach. And then, after that, then let's pray for the "miracles" that you are stating. hehehehe :)

hehehe..diego was kinda...enemy of the state? or anti-RP-NT? or a RUSHER? (a person tend to push/pull the time to make the clock faster)...there is no such thing like that bro...I do believe we can make it possible, but in a gradual manner...we should not stop..unless we reach our life span...:D peace bro

LongLive Filipinas!

[jfol]

isn't this looking like we're becoming too desperate? i think we should save our prayers for things like....end of war in iraq or anywhere or how about peace on earth? or end to hunger? but, for bball :eek: ? nah. well, it's probably just me:rolleyes:

prayers are not only limited to war,hunger or any major problem...we need to pray everyday asking for God's guidance and even in basketball...remember we also pray before we play a game in basketball(or any other sport) in our school intrams or even if its just an inter barangay tournament?the more we need prayers since this is an internatinal tournament:) ..God Bless our RP team!!!

[dgenx]

prayers are not only limited to war,hunger or any major problem...we need to pray everyday asking for God's guidance and even in basketball...remember we also pray before we play a game in basketball(or any other sport) in our school intrams or even if its just an inter barangay tournament?the more we need prayers since this is an internatinal tournament:) ..God Bless our RP team!!!

agree. for me i dont pray when i am only in desperate situation. prayer should always be the the first thing you will do.

[DiegoClang]

hehehe..diego was kinda...enemy of the state? or anti-RP-NT? or a RUSHER? (a person tend to push/pull the time to make the clock faster)...there is no such thing like that bro...I do believe we can make it possible, but in a gradual manner...we should not stop..unless we reach our life span...:D peace bro

LongLive Filipinas!

i wonder who among you has really taken a minute or so to pray for our NT?:rolleyes: hhhhhmmm...ok...be honest;) This asking for prayer thing is just hypocrisy. I'm not saying that we should not pray...but, come on...for norwood's paper to get fixed? :eek:

[saints13]

i wonder who among you has really taken a minute or so to pray for our NT?:rolleyes: hhhhhmmm...ok...be honest;) This asking for prayer thing is just hypocrisy. I'm not saying that we should not pray...but, come on...for norwood's paper to get fixed? :eek:

I've seen divine people and aethiest in this thread so far, just kidding, about me, even though my id is saints, I don't pray that much. :D

I don't pray a lot, I pray when I think how horrible my thesis is going to be, but the bad thing about my praying habits, I only pray when I'm helpless.

but Norwood's got to pray on his own, hehe, and those who are concerned for him, it's ok to pray. :D

but I won't pray for him, it's his fault, he doesn't know where Recto is, he'll have all the sorts of documents there, no prayer needed. LOLZ! :D

[sickcurtain_16]

Just a general prayer for our team will do, not necessarily for norwood, seigle, caguioa, etc. Why is it that even this thread would get negative comments? If we don't want to pray then why discourage those who want to?

Well, you might say that you are not discouraging, but with the sarcastic words that we are saying, you are inexplicitly doing it.

If we don't want what others wanted to do, then just let them as long as it doesn't affect you. And if we are really an RP-Team supporter, we still benefit for the other people's prayer for the team if it will be answered. Definitely it will be answered, but the question is, what answer will it be?

So to tell that this prayer thing is pure hypocrisy, well, I really don't think it is. Some people pray that they will win in lotteries, that they might not get caught cheating, and other things that are really not good to be prayed for. Then why should we judge the people here as hypocrites just because they pray for something that you think is not that deserving to be prayed for? We won't judge you whether you are not into prayers or whatever belief you might have, but then, just let other people live their own ways. Anyway, they are not in any way affecting you negatively right?

[jfol]

i wonder who among you has really taken a minute or so to pray for our NT?:rolleyes: hhhhhmmm...ok...be honest;) This asking for prayer thing is just hypocrisy. I'm not saying that we should not pray...but, come on...for norwood's paper to get fixed? :eek:

the thread says a prayer for gabe norwod and not asking us to pray...so when you read the prayer you already prayed for gabe..:)

[rensquared]

i wonder who among you has really taken a minute or so to pray for our NT?:rolleyes: hhhhhmmm...ok...be honest;) This asking for prayer thing is just hypocrisy. I'm not saying that we should not pray...but, come on...for norwood's paper to get fixed? :eek:

I pray every night not for Norwood, but for our NT to reach its goal and that is to qualify for the olympics. The goal beyond that is to be the champs of the olympics. That is what I pray...:D

[RetiredJordanStopper]

Gabe Norwood was able to submit the final documentary requirements to the Department of Justice yesterday. Reportedly, he was even accompanied by PBA Commissioner Noli Eala.


well...this was posted at PEX and at MyPBA forums..so it must be true

[saints13]

Gabe Norwood was able to submit the final documentary requirements to the Department of Justice yesterday. Reportedly, he was even accompanied by PBA Commissioner Noli Eala.


well...this was posted at PEX and at MyPBA forums..so it must be true

good news!

prayer answered then by Angel Gabe-riel :D

[b3lowzro]

good news!

prayer answered then by Angel Gabe-riel :D

No it was answered by SAN MIGUEL ehem St Michael
________
NEVADA DISPENSARIES (http://nevada.dispensaries.org/)

[ravn21]

Prayers can move mountains!

[bestkept]

*@$%* may Recto naman...dun gawin!!!hahaha..

Edited for profanity
Thanks for the post but watch the language please.

For translation:
Process his documents in Recto!!!

[ctongco]

tangina may Recto naman...dun gawin!!!hahaha..


There is this rule about English translations and the use of profanity.

[norwood]

Bros...I will assure to all of you....Gabe will gonna make it in tokushima...
or else the name NORWOOD will never seen ever in the forum again...:(

Honestly speaking...we can't afford to lose Gabe in tokushima RP Rosters...

LONG LIVE FILIPiNAS!

[norwood]

tangina may Recto naman...dun gawin!!!hahaha..

Bro..Recto University will soon closing out..due to mass campaigns against illegal documents, that sometimes bring our KABABAYAN in abroad of multiple repentance..just because they let them(U of R) ruin their lives there...Have you heard of how many filipinos prosecuted in Singapore due to "Falsification of Public documents "? If you really want a legal documents..let your sweat pour and brains out...

Long Live Filipinas! kaya natin to!

[saints13]

Bro..Recto University will soon closing out..due to mass campaigns against illegal documents, that sometimes bring our KABABAYAN in abroad of multiple repentance..just because they let them(U of R) ruin their lives there...Have you heard of how many filipinos prosecuted in Singapore due to "Falsification of Public documents "? If you really want a legal documents..let your sweat pour and brains out...

Long Live Filipinas! kaya natin to!



Mayor Lim hasn't announced any move against the Recto Black Market :)

It's a living legacy in the U-Belt area.. :D

btw, going to Recto was just a joke, seriously, Norwood's handlers and lawyers must work overtime, time is running out.. :D

[kerouac82]

Mayor Lim hasn't announced any move against the Recto Black Market :)

It's a living legacy in the U-Belt area.. :D

btw, going to Recto was just a joke, seriously, Norwood's handlers and lawyers must work overtime, time is running out.. :D

Gabe Norwood submitted his documents to the DFA last Wednesday. It was in the papers yesterday.

[sickcurtain_16]

Yup. And I just saw in the Phil Star issue today that Chot said that they were expecting Norwood's passport tomorrow. And that tomorrow is today. Well, i don't know. I'll go to Sta. Lucia Mall gym later this afternoon and try to ask Chot personally. hehehehehe

Here's the news:
But a week before the start of the Tokushima joust, Gabe Norwood and Kelly Williams still have to complete their documents.

“I don’t know the development because I am not involved in the processing papers. What I know is that Kelly’s expecting to get his Philippine passport tomorrow (today),” said Reyes.

Link:
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Sports&p=49&type=2&sec=30&aid=20070719143

[joel23]

Gabe and Kelly are complete their documents...

[Dinamita]

Yup. And I just saw in the Phil Star issue today that Chot said that they were expecting Norwood's passport tomorrow. And that tomorrow is today. Well, i don't know. I'll go to Sta. Lucia Mall gym later this afternoon and try to ask Chot personally. hehehehehe

Here's the news:
But a week before the start of the Tokushima joust, Gabe Norwood and Kelly Williams still have to complete their documents.

“I don’t know the development because I am not involved in the processing papers. What I know is that Kelly’s expecting to get his Philippine passport tomorrow (today),” said Reyes.

Link:
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Sports&p=49&type=2&sec=30&aid=20070719143
You mean Kelly is getting his passport today not Gabe..;)

[pachador]

last i heard ,norwood already completed the papers so its just his passport that he is waiting for

[ctongco]

last i heard ,norwood already completed the papers so its just his passport that he is waiting for


Can someone confirm this?

[bolabasket]

Can someone confirm this?
I think someone in this forum already has the passports of Gabe and Kelly....:D

[viperbravo]

I think someone in this forum already has the passports of Gabe and Kelly....:D

HEHEHE, pati passport, alam na kung nasaan!Yan ang pinoy, ASTIG!

trans: Filipinos are genius!

[protossdomain]

That is why I see no sense for this thread to continue. By all means, this Williams and Norwood will play in Tokushima. :D

[jovani_pineda]

yeah, they must secure it or else this will gonna be another issue of "fil-shams".:(

[meloy]

if they play, then thats goodbye for ranidel and tony...

[protossdomain]

if they play, then thats goodbye for ranidel and tony...

I think so too.

[sickcurtain_16]

You mean Kelly is getting his passport today not Gabe..;)
Man, what am i thinkin! I just mixed em up. Oh my, i might be working too much.:D

[bolabasket]

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Any update on his passport?

[norwood]

WTF! Gabe is the MAN!

Long Live Filipinas!

[saints13]

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Any update on his passport?

its on the way to processing..he's goin to apply for dual citizenship..
he's also suited to play for the SEAG bound RP team..
and he is required to play in the PBL before going to the PBA... :D
for sure..PBL will be electrified once more..

[b3lowzro]

its on the way to processing..he's goin to apply for dual citizenship..
he's also suited to play for the SEAG bound RP team..
and he is required to play in the PBL before going to the PBA... :D
for sure..PBL will be electrified once more..

cool... now where did you got that?
________
Suzuki m engine (http://www.suzuki-tech.com/wiki/Suzuki_M_engine)

[budz17]

its on the way to processing..he's goin to apply for dual citizenship..
he's also suited to play for the SEAG bound RP team..
and he is required to play in the PBL before going to the PBA... :D
for sure..PBL will be electrified once more..

can he make it in time to tokushima? I think he has until friday right? anyway, whether he makes it or not, its out of our hands. hope he makes it though

[ROLZ9]

He will make it for sure :)

[Onizuka01]

By Hector Santos

The SMC-RP quintet got a big morale-boost two days before its departure for Tokushima, Japan as Gabe Norwood finally obtained a Philippine passport yesterday, giving the talented Fil-Am cager the clearance to play with the Nationals in the FIBA-Asia Olympic qualifier from July 28-Aug. 5.

In this regard, PBA operations chief Rickie Santos said the league has made representations with the Japanese embassy to expedite Norwood's visa application so that the player can join the RP team in its departure tomorrow afternoon.

Norwood, a key figure in the Philippines' bid for a spot in the 2008 Olympics in China, acquired the clearance from the Department of Justice yesterday morning and immediately applied for a passport at the Department of Foreign Affairs.

His papers will be forwarded to the Japanese embassy for the visa processing this morning.

Another Fil-Am player, Kelly Williams, was issued his own RP passport Friday.

Thus, national coach Chot Reyes now has a full-roster of 15 players raring to go to war in Tokushima. Danny Seigle and James Yap have earlier gotten a clean bill of health for the Japan joust.

Reyes has said he would name his final 12 during the team managers' meeting in Japan Friday. The final 12 could well be Norwood, Williams, Jimmy Alapag, Jayjay Helterbrand, Mark Caguioa, James Yap, Dondon Hontiveros, Danny Seigle, Kerby Raymundo, Eric Menk, Mick Pennisi and Asi Taulava.

The squad, after a grueling five-month preparation, will bid to become the first RP team to make it to the Olympics since the 1974 Munich Games. Reyes has promised they would hit their target or die trying.

Reyes and his boys need to win the tourney or finish second behind China to realize their dream of playing in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

But the task in Tokushima appears to be daunting with the Philippines up against formidable foes China, Jordan and Iran right in the elimination round. The Nationals need to finish first or second in the elims to gain a berth in the quarterfinals.

The Nationals are holding two more morning practices before leaving for Tokushima tomorrow afternoon.

“We're just going through the final stages of our preparation, a little fine-tuning,” said Reyes.

Credits to Nelson Beltran of Philippine Star

[kerouac82]

*heaves a sigh of relief*

[protossdomain]

I told ya guys. ;)

[RayV]

The final 12 could well be Norwood, Williams, Jimmy Alapag, Jayjay Helterbrand, Mark Caguioa, James Yap, Dondon Hontiveros, Danny Seigle, Kerby Raymundo, Eric Menk, Mick Pennisi and Asi Taulava.

No... please not Eric Menk.... :( Retain Ranidel... and James Yap over Ritualo? Hmmm... Chot better rethink over this...

[rensquared]

I told ya guys. ;)

Finally.. Tokushima, Here we Come!!!!

[RNHalawi]

BREAKING NEWS!!!!

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source:
http://teampilipinas.blogspot.com/2007/07/norwood-and-williams-cleared-to-play.html

[bolabasket]

Other Asian NTs better press the panic key on their keyboard.

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:D

[ctongco]

By Hector Santos

The SMC-RP quintet got a big morale-boost two days before its departure for Tokushima, Japan as Gabe Norwood finally obtained a Philippine passport yesterday, giving the talented Fil-Am cager the clearance to play with the Nationals in the FIBA-Asia Olympic qualifier from July 28-Aug. 5.

In this regard, PBA operations chief Rickie Santos said the league has made representations with the Japanese embassy to expedite Norwood's visa application so that the player can join the RP team in its departure tomorrow afternoon.

Norwood, a key figure in the Philippines' bid for a spot in the 2008 Olympics in China, acquired the clearance from the Department of Justice yesterday morning and immediately applied for a passport at the Department of Foreign Affairs.

His papers will be forwarded to the Japanese embassy for the visa processing this morning.

Another Fil-Am player, Kelly Williams, was issued his own RP passport Friday.

Thus, national coach Chot Reyes now has a full-roster of 15 players raring to go to war in Tokushima. Danny Seigle and James Yap have earlier gotten a clean bill of health for the Japan joust.

Reyes has said he would name his final 12 during the team managers' meeting in Japan Friday. The final 12 could well be Norwood, Williams, Jimmy Alapag, Jayjay Helterbrand, Mark Caguioa, James Yap, Dondon Hontiveros, Danny Seigle, Kerby Raymundo, Eric Menk, Mick Pennisi and Asi Taulava.

The squad, after a grueling five-month preparation, will bid to become the first RP team to make it to the Olympics since the 1974 Munich Games. Reyes has promised they would hit their target or die trying.

Reyes and his boys need to win the tourney or finish second behind China to realize their dream of playing in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

But the task in Tokushima appears to be daunting with the Philippines up against formidable foes China, Jordan and Iran right in the elimination round. The Nationals need to finish first or second in the elims to gain a berth in the quarterfinals.

The Nationals are holding two more morning practices before leaving for Tokushima tomorrow afternoon.

“We're just going through the final stages of our preparation, a little fine-tuning,” said Reyes.

Credits to Nelson Beltran of Philippine Star


Great news.

[sickcurtain_16]

Great news indeed.

But hey, I hope Gabe think twice on joining PBL and then the PBA. His dreams should be higher I think. :)

[dgenx]

it is also posted in the pba website that indeed williams and norwood got their passport already.

[bolabasket]

Gabe already has his passport....so lets close this thread.

[jundakki]

Gabe already has his passport....so lets close this thread.

According to Commish Noli Eala , RP NT departs on July 25 minus Gabe Norwood to iron out small problems regarding his visa....

They are studying other options wherein Gabe will use his US passport for entry to Japan , by the way other countries do not require visa for US citizens...

He is however expected to fly in a day after ...

[norwood]

No... please not Eric Menk.... :( Retain Ranidel... and James Yap over Ritualo? Hmmm... Chot better rethink over this...

Yeah I don't like Menk either...But I like Ritualo to be IN.we need him especially to a Flashy and tall opponents.

Finally, Gabe completely legal documented..I told you we can't afford to lose Gabe in the Tokushima-Roster NT...yahhhhhhhhhoooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!

Norwood's paper for his Filipino lineage HAS BEEN FOUND! :cool:

hence, Please close this thread now! :D

Long LIve Filipinas!

Whey! 100 posts....:eek: :rolleyes: hehehe

[bestkept]

pasaway ako eh.hehehe...weird kasi puro pilipino halos nasa forum pero english salita

[prinz180916]

yeahhhh

[joel23]

It's a final!!! Gabe Norwoods complete his documents!

SUCCESS!!!

[QuickFox]

It's a final!!! Gabe Norwoods complete his documents!

SUCCESS!!!


bro, http://forums.interbasket.net/showthread.php?t=4083

[norwood]

pasaway ako eh.hehehe...weird kasi puro pilipino halos nasa forum pero english salita

Bro, better check this out link first, for you to answer your confusion.. :)
http://forums.interbasket.net/showthread.php?t=3801

Long LIVe Filipinas!

[protossdomain]

This is to officially end this thread.

This thread is offically closed. >_<

[rtc022077]

Thread closed :)

[bestkept]

how was he discovered by the basketball officials in the Philippines???

[bolabasket]

how was he discovered by the basketball officials in the Philippines???
He came to the Philippines last year (June 2006) as a member of the Athletes-In-Action Team who played exhibition games with PBA Teams.

[shye^22]

hi guys..i'm new here..........

i hope to get a chance to meet Gabe norwood...i really like him...

[bolabasket]

close this thread....

[bestkept]

"Norwood, who will likely to play in Philippine Basketball League, is still consulting with its agent and weighing up options whether to apply for PBA next year or to play in US or Europe after carrying the national colors in the coming South East Asian Games in Thailand. "

source:
http://www.asia-basket.com/phi/phi.asp

so where do you think he should play? PBA, US(try if he can make it in the NBA) or Europe?

[RayV]

If he finds a team in the US or Europe that accepts him, I don't see why not...

this could develop his point guard skills and get experience in playing and guarding big guys...

PBL and PBA should just be his last resort... anyway, if he opts to stay, he's more than welcome here... :)

...just make sure he goes to Air21 if he enters PBA! If that happens, better get ready for something BIG... hehehe:D

[sergio23]

he better play in Europe...not here in RP..he can improve if he play outside RP...

[hawke12]

Its better if he plays in Europe coz he'll be able to go up against much taller players.. so he can learn how play against much taller players.. and also he will be able to play his natural position(PG)... if he plays in the PHIL. he'll end as a SG or SF... baka maging PF pa...

Same thing with Danny Seigle what if he played in Europe and not in the Phil.

[hawke12]

Its better if he plays in Europe coz he'll be able to go up against much taller players.. so he can learn how play against much taller players.. and also he will be able to play his natural position(PG)... if he plays in the PHIL. he'll end as a SG or SF... baka maging PF pa...

Same thing with Danny Seigle what if he played in Europe and not in the Phil.

[donmar]

I agree!!.. Gabe Norwood should play outside the Philippines... Filipinos should learn that for the next ten or twenty tears half-bred Filipinos will represent the country internationally... whether we like it or not... Filipinos should get used to a national team with no five footers or six foot under..

Europe or Australia are best locations for Gabe to play professionally!

[joel23]

I suggest, Gabe Norwood should to play in USA or Europe. He will not improve here in the PBL(A Philippine Junior League). He will be experience here in 3 & 4 position. I should to apply him in NBA draft. And then he will back if needs him for National Team.

[bolabasket]

Europe....

[warren99]

it is best for him to play outside the phils. they say he is now in the U.S maybe talking or consulting somebody or to his agent. let's wait until he comes back next month. but its up to him where he wanted to play thats his life:D
off-topic: PBA will start on Oct. 14:D

[kerouac82]

it is best for norwood to play outside the phils... reports said that he is now in the U.S maybe talking or consulting somebody or to his agent... let's wait until he comes back next month:D
where he will play? PBL? magnolia?:D

He might want to join his former George Mason teammate Jai Lewis in Israel's Ironi Ramat-Gan.

[protossdomain]

He should play in the PBA and play center, developing his low-post skills against the likes of Danny I., Asi Taulava and Marlou Aquino. :D :D :D



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[budz17]

it is best for norwood to play outside the phils... reports said that he is now in the U.S maybe talking or consulting somebody or to his agent... let's wait until he comes back next month:D
where he will play? PBL? magnolia?:D

of course, its always better to play outside of RP. the pay is bigger, the competition better.

[joel23]

I suggest, Gabe Norwood is better to play not only outside in RP but outside in all Asian countries. He is better to play in Europe super league or NBA.

[justAfan]

I think playing in the US, specially in the NBA is every basketball player's dream. It will be enough, I think, for him to show his love to his country by playing with the National Team on its International Campaigns. no need to play in the PBA. That might just hinder his growth as a player. I am no t saying that PBA is a bad league. But come to think of it, when your already at level 2, are your going so slide back at level 1?:)

[Lebron23]

He should play in the PBA and play center, developing his low-post skills against the likes of Danny I., Asi Taulava and Marlou Aquino. Maiba naman. :D :D :D


Why would Gabe Norwood play Center he is only 6'3- 6'4 ( with out shoes). I guess he wants to play in the PBL because he is joining the Harbour Centre team in their quest to take the Gold in the Sea Games.

[Dinamita]

Why would Gabe Norwood play Center he is only 6'3- 6'4 ( with out shoes). I guess he wants to play in the PBL because he is joining the Harbour Centre team in their quest to take the Gold in the Sea Games.

he's being sarcastic ;)

[Lebron23]

he's being sarcastic ;)


Ok, :)

Norwood to play in Brunei Cup 2007

Gabe Norwood

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by Hector Santos - Aug 9, 2007

Gabriel Norwood (196-G/F-85) will play under the SEAG-bound RP Harbour Centre National Team in the 7th Brunei Cup Basketball Championship this coming August 25 in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.

Norwood's name was listed in the tournament's official website along with other former pro and amateur players like Ato Morano, Chico Lanete, Jeffrey Chan, Dennis Daa, Eric Dela Cuesta, Joshua Urbiztondo, Chad Alonzo, Jason Castro, Beau Belga, Erick Rodriguez, Christian Coronel, Jerwin Gaco, Allan Salansang and Robert Sanz that will play in the prestigious annual basketball tournament which offers a grand total prize of B$35,000, biggest in the region so far.

Norwood, who will likely to play in Philippine Basketball League, is still consulting with its agent and weighing up options whether to apply for PBA next year or to play in US or Europe after carrying the national colors in the coming South East Asian Games in Thailand.

Brunei Cup this year will be considered as the most competitive in its tournament history after the confirmation of Australia's National Basketball League expansion squad Singapore Slingers to join the tournament. Other teams that will also give hard time for the RP Harbour Centre NT bid are last years runner-up Darwin Airport Resort All-Stars, Jordan All-Stars which will be reinforced by a number of Jordan national team members that competed recently in the W.Jones Cup and the Asian Championship in Japan, PBA's Sta Lucia Realty, and Korean Basketball League's LG Sakers which will be bannered by its two American imports


http://www.asia-basket.com/phi/phi.asp

[ctongco]

I would prefer him to play in the NBA, if not then Europe or the NBA-DL should be the best option for him.

[bestkept]

can anyone tell Gabe Norwood this?


1. please choose to play in Europe. so he would get even better.

2. if not in Europe, try to stay in the US like NBDL or the likes.

we hope he gets better so he can be a big factor for the national team.

3. do not play in the PBL because he will not get better for the fact he is better than most of the players. do not play in the PBa because he will be transformed to a frontcourt player like a center or a powerforward. this will not be good for his career. it is not he is not welcome in the PBA but we wish he could get better and better so he will be a force for the national team.

:) :)

[oblaks19]

Yes i AGREE LET HIM GROW AS A PLAYER by playing abroad, not here! go to europe or the nbdl and who knows if he reaches his full potential and matures more as a player and adds more upper body strength, he might get atleast a 10day offer from NBA teams. Go Philippines!

[bolabasket]

lets follow Argentina....their NT players which beat Team USA did not play in their home country but in Europe and USA

[Projectspeed]

as always say.... :D

to be globally competitive, one must have global mentality:D




he shouldn't waste his talent here in the Philippines:D

he will just learn and adapt the Filipino type of basketball:D

he is still young and still lot of rooms for improvement:D

playing in local league will not maximize his true potential...:D

just look at what happened to various Fil-Foreigners that played in the country:D



he can play for PBA .... only if he's not that competitive anymore:D

[seph]

I think that Norwood should try first playing in the Philippines because I noticed during the FIBA Asia and Jones Cup that he wasn't a consistent shooter and since he's playing the offguard and pointguard it'll be very helpful for his game to stay for a short time. Philippine guards are competitive shooters so I think he will still develop here after working with them. However, he should not stay here too long because he has to develop further his aggressiveness and confidence. Moreover, if he would stay here, yes he'll be treated as a superstar and criticisms for his game would be less which would be detrimental to his development. So playing here would be like a confidence booster in his shooting and in his approach to the game. I prefer him playing in Europe rather than USA because he can really absorb the mentality of playing as a team and being physical in playing rather than the USA. In result this would be advantageous not just for him but for the Philippine National Team as well because he can become a leader.

[demonyito]

playing in Europe must have an Euro passport otherwise you'll be considered as import. and in that case every euro team will be looking for a sort of do-it-all type of player

[rensquared]

can anyone tell Gabe Norwood this?


1. please choose to play in Europe. so he would get even better.

2. if not in Europe, try to stay in the US like NBDL or the likes.

we hope he gets better so he can be a big factor for the national team.

3. do not play in the PBL because he will not get better for the fact he is better than most of the players. do not play in the PBa because he will be transformed to a frontcourt player like a center or a powerforward. this will not be good for his career. it is not he is not welcome in the PBA but we wish he could get better and better so he will be a force for the national team.

:) :)

I would like to see him play in Europe.. He will definitely grow there... And he will be able to play backcourt, which is his natural position..

[thugpinoy]

I would like to see him play in Europe.. He will definitely grow there... And he will be able to play backcourt, which is his natural position..


The Question is.. Is there any European Ball Club intereseted in tapping Norwood's service??
Maybe if we are in the shoes of Gabe Norwood, we are thinking of the sure thing rather than gambling. For sure he'll become popular and earn big money if he plays for the PBA, while playing in Europe ( if ever ) is a vauge option, he will roughly play good minutes there. donning an American-Asian tag, despite his good US NCAA credentials, he will doubtly make noise with the European Scouts. but, who knows..
i believe he's somewhat " nagpapahinog " pa, and he'll go for the sure thing.. ( dun na siya sa sigurado ) and that is to play in the PBA.

[rhk111]

If he can get a job in Europe, fine. If not, then no choice, but play in the PBA.

[warren99]

from gomason.cstv.com
Gabe Norwood competed this summer for the Philippines National Team in the FIBA Asia Olympic Qualifying Tournament
While FIBA Americas begins its championship this week, FIBA Asia held its championship a little more than three weeks ago, and that gave former Patriot Gabe Norwood a chance to play for the Philippine national team. Norwood, Mason's all-time leader in games played, helped his team to a 9th-place finish out of 16 teams.
Norwood averaged 8.3 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists while shooting .514 from the field and 81 percent from the free throw line. His top performances came after the team advanced out of pool play. He had eight rebounds against Syria, 23 points five rebounds and four assists against India and 18 points five rebounds and five assists against Kuwait.

[bestkept]

The Question is.. Is there any European Ball Club intereseted in tapping Norwood's service??
Maybe if we are in the shoes of Gabe Norwood, we are thinking of the sure thing rather than gambling. For sure he'll become popular and earn big money if he plays for the PBA, while playing in Europe ( if ever ) is a vauge option, he will roughly play good minutes there. donning an American-Asian tag, despite his good US NCAA credentials, he will doubtly make noise with the European Scouts. but, who knows..
i believe he's somewhat " nagpapahinog " pa, and he'll go for the sure thing.. ( dun na siya sa sigurado ) and that is to play in the PBA.


I have read in a website that he was being scouted by a European team and his agent is in talks with the team. I do not know the current status of that news but hopefully it will happen.

[bestkept]

The Question is.. Is there any European Ball Club intereseted in tapping Norwood's service??
Maybe if we are in the shoes of Gabe Norwood, we are thinking of the sure thing rather than gambling. For sure he'll become popular and earn big money if he plays for the PBA, while playing in Europe ( if ever ) is a vauge option, he will roughly play good minutes there. donning an American-Asian tag, despite his good US NCAA credentials, he will doubtly make noise with the European Scouts. but, who knows..
i believe he's somewhat " nagpapahinog " pa, and he'll go for the sure thing.. ( dun na siya sa sigurado ) and that is to play in the PBA.


I have read in a website that he was being scouted by a European team and his agent is in talks with the team. I do not know the current status of that news but hopefully it will happen.

[Lebron23]

PBL holds rookie draft; Norwood likely top pick



People's Journal
September 8, 2007


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FIL-AM Gabe Norwood is expected to be the biggest draw when the PBL holds its annual Rookie Draft on Sept. 28 at the PBL office in Pasig.

The 6-foot-5 Norwood played for the all-pro Philippine team in the FIBA-Asia Championship in Japan recently and also expressed his wish to play in the coming PBL tournament before joining the PBA next year.

Commissioner Chino Trinidad sees a bumper crop of talents as other Fil-foreign players have signified their interest to join the premier amateur basketball league.

“The league lost a great number of its marquee players but I’m confident a new batch of exciting players will rise and take the spotlight,” said Trinidad. “There are lots of talents around so I’m confident we can discover new ones.

“If the player will join the league, we are willing to provide them the training they want. We’re going nurture and help them build a career for themselves,” said Trinidad.

Expected to join the rookie draft are Woody Co and Miguel de Asis of the University of the Philippines, Jose Antonio Reyes, Eric Salamat and Ken Joseph Barracoso of Ateneo, James Martinez of University of the East, Marnel Baracael and Benedict Fernandez of FEU, Peejay Barua of La Salle.

A horde of NCAA standouts, among them John Carl Meligrito of Letran, Michael Kong of University of Perpetual Help Dalta System, Garvo Lanete of San Beda and John Marion Wilson of Jose Rizal University, are also likely to join the draft.

Top players from the Visayas, especially from Cebu and Bacolod, are also invited to join the rookie draft which will now be held only once a year.

Previously, the league conducts its rookie draft twice a year.

“Failure to join the coming draft will have to wait for another year before they can play in the league,” said PBL Executive Director Butch Maniego.


http://twistedhoops.blogspot.com/2007/09/pbl-holds-rookie-draft-norwood-likely.html

[saints13]

good news! :D seems like Gabe Norwood is going for the overkill in the PBL :D

[thugpinoy]

So who will pick 1st??? an instant title contender..

[JET007]

norwood should just go abroad...:confused:

[ankle breaker]

i think norwood is already with magnolia since it was SMC corp who helped him in his papers during the tokushina joust.

[onono1]

good news! :D seems like Gabe Norwood is going for the overkill in the PBL :D

I think the word overkill is an overstatement. While norwood is not a bad player and its rare to see a 6-5 player in the philippines bringing the ball, he's not that dominating as far as offense is concerned. His defense will be in question too considering his lean frame and his lateral movement as we had witnessed during jones cup and fiba asian olympic tournament.

[Lebron23]

I think the word overkill is an overstatement. While norwood is not a bad player and its rare to see a 6-5 player in the philippines bringing the ball, he's not that dominating as far as offense is concerned. His defense will be in question too considering his lean frame and his lateral movement as we had witnessed during jones cup and fiba asian olympic tournament.


I agree with you pre i am not againts overrating Gabe Norwood but to put the statement that he will gonna average like 30 PPG, 12 APG, 8 RPG in the PBL not gonna happen. His offense is still above average and you can see that he lack the scoring mentality of a franchise player. I think he is in for a bigger challenge when he face some of the best player from the UAAP, NCAA and in the South. I think he will be a playing the no.2 or 3 spot in the PBL ala Kelly Williams.

[ankle breaker]

I agree with you pre i am not againts overrating Gabe Norwood but to put the statement that he will gonna average like 30 PPG, 12 APG, 8 RPG in the PBL not gonna happen. His offense is still above average and you can see that he lack the scoring mentality of a franchise player. I think he is in for a bigger challenge when he face some of the best player from the UAAP, NCAA and in the South. I think he will be a playing the no.2 or 3 spot in the PBL ala Kelly Williams.
he's a more defense oriented player plus the fact that he can play the point. it's right to say that it's a rare occasion to see a player with such ability. he may not dominate the scoring in the PBL but he can dominate in the other departments most specially in hustle plays.

[RayV]

I agree with you pre i am not againts overrating Gabe Norwood but to put the statement that he will gonna average like 30 PPG, 12 APG, 8 RPG in the PBL not gonna happen. His offense is still above average and you can see that he lacks the scoring mentality of a franchise player. I think he is in for a bigger challenge when he face some of the best player from the UAAP, NCAA and in the South. I think he will be a playing the no.2 or 3 spot in the PBL ala Kelly Williams.

Yep, kinda true so don't expect him to really produce import-like scoring numbers although you might see him doing 20's to even 30's once in a while... and yea, there he might see himself playing more of the 2 and 3 position but oftentimes will bring down the ball ... :)

Predicted stats:

15 ppg
7 rpg
5 apg
2 spg
1 bpg

basically all-around stats... :D

[nardong_putik]

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SIGNS EUROPEAN CONTRACT — REPORT


Norwood no longer playing in SEAG?

By Julius Manicad
courtesy of Tribune
09/25/2007



Gabriel Norwood, the former George Mason Patriot who played for the San Miguel-RP Team that lost a slot in the Beijing Olympics, has reportedly accepted a lucrative offer to play in Europe and will no longer join the Habour Centre-backed Philippine squad to play in the coming Southeast Asian Games in Thailand in December.

The versatile 6-foot-5 swingman, according to a source, was apparently disheartened after realizing that he can’t make it to the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) but will have to see action first in the Philippine Basketball League.

He was, in fact, expected to join the PBL draft where he is being groomed to be the top pick overall. He was also expected to play at least a year as an amateur before he would qualify to join the pro-league. But he also has to prove his Filipino lineage before he could rejoin his Tokushima teammates in the PBA.

Lamoiyan franchise owns the top overall pick in the PBL, but the San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-owned Magnolia squad is also reportedly seriously bidding in acquiring his services.

Norwood’s father, Brian, a former football star for the University of Hawaii, and mother, Tifanny, were both natives of Hawaii while his grandmother is a Filipina. But with the PBA’s strict guideline on Filipino-foreigners, the 20-year-old Norwood doubts if he can secure eligibility documents that will qualify him to play in the local professional ranks.

Though other pertinent details are still sketchy, the source said the former George Mason University star has already told some of his former teammates in the SMC-Team Pilipinas that he might accept an offer to play in Europe and, chances are, he might not be returning for good.

But everybody is still hoping.

“He is still seriously weighing his options,” the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said.

After helping the Patriots reach the Final Four of the US NCAA in 2006, Norwood was bombarded with offers to bring his acrobatic acts to either US or Europe. But the level-headed, mild-mannered cager opted to play in the country to join the professional national squad to a decent ninth place finish in the recent International Basketball Federation (Fiba)-Asia men’s basketball championships in Tokushima, Japan.

Months later, he vowed to help the country anew, this time in the SEA Games set on Dec. 6 to 16 in Nakhon Ratchisima province in Thailand.

Norwood’s participation in the biennial meet could have been a big help for national team mentor Junel Baculi since his all-around performance and leadership will definitely compliment his teammates in the all-amateur squad built around wiry playmaker Boyet Bautista and Jason Castro.

[warren99]

No for Gabe?

i think Norwood will join the leagues here if he will play in a SMC team. if he join the PBL draft the 1st pick will be Hapee. in the PBA maybe he will pick by a team outside SMC group.


(the source said the former George Mason University star has already told some of his former teammates in the SMC-Team Pilipinas that he might accept an offer to play in Europe and chances are he might not be returning for good.)

from the start they better ask someone close to him or his teammates in the SMC-RP team if he really wants to play in Harbour NT. we just hope he can play for the country on 2009 fiba asia championship. he might also realizes it's good for him if he will play in a league outside the Philippines.

[armorpiercing]

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SIGNS EUROPEAN CONTRACT — REPORT


Norwood no longer playing in SEAG?

By Julius Manicad
courtesy of Tribune
09/25/2007



Gabriel Norwood, the former George Mason Patriot who played for the San Miguel-RP Team that lost a slot in the Beijing Olympics, has reportedly accepted a lucrative offer to play in Europe and will no longer join the Habour Centre-backed Philippine squad to play in the coming Southeast Asian Games in Thailand in December.

The versatile 6-foot-5 swingman, according to a source, was apparently disheartened after realizing that he can’t make it to the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) but will have to see action first in the Philippine Basketball League.

He was, in fact, expected to join the PBL draft where he is being groomed to be the top pick overall. He was also expected to play at least a year as an amateur before he would qualify to join the pro-league. But he also has to prove his Filipino lineage before he could rejoin his Tokushima teammates in the PBA.

Lamoiyan franchise owns the top overall pick in the PBL, but the San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-owned Magnolia squad is also reportedly seriously bidding in acquiring his services.

Norwood’s father, Brian, a former football star for the University of Hawaii, and mother, Tifanny, were both natives of Hawaii while his grandmother is a Filipina. But with the PBA’s strict guideline on Filipino-foreigners, the 20-year-old Norwood doubts if he can secure eligibility documents that will qualify him to play in the local professional ranks.

Though other pertinent details are still sketchy, the source said the former George Mason University star has already told some of his former teammates in the SMC-Team Pilipinas that he might accept an offer to play in Europe and, chances are, he might not be returning for good.

But everybody is still hoping.

“He is still seriously weighing his options,” the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said.

After helping the Patriots reach the Final Four of the US NCAA in 2006, Norwood was bombarded with offers to bring his acrobatic acts to either US or Europe. But the level-headed, mild-mannered cager opted to play in the country to join the professional national squad to a decent ninth place finish in the recent International Basketball Federation (Fiba)-Asia men’s basketball championships in Tokushima, Japan.

Months later, he vowed to help the country anew, this time in the SEA Games set on Dec. 6 to 16 in Nakhon Ratchisima province in Thailand.

Norwood’s participation in the biennial meet could have been a big help for national team mentor Junel Baculi since his all-around performance and leadership will definitely compliment his teammates in the all-amateur squad built around wiry playmaker Boyet Bautista and Jason Castro.


searching for greener pasteur and better compition. good for him.

it will gonna sharpen his skill to the maxx and toughen him as a player

dont believe that hes not gonna come back for good.

remember that blood is thicker than water. hell be back. specially
if he see that we aint gonna field a teeny weeny national team in the future. so relax and celebrate him.

GABE NORWOOD THE TALLEST POINT GUARD IN THE RP TEAM HISTORY.

[bolabasket]

that's good news...:D

[pinoyballer]

Congratulations to him and to the Philippines team. This would be better for the national team: a player in the Euroleague, a much better league than the PBA, a joke of a league.

Hopefully, he'll still be willing to play for the Philippines even if he's with a Euroleague team.

[ken_bball]

this is even better... just play on the NT

[JET007]

good move gabe:)

[jovani_pineda]

yeah, good for norwood.

[warren99]

offer to play in Europe

in what league? :confused:

[hawke12]

its better for him to play there... but i hope he will be available when the PBA RP team needs him..

[donmar]

Good on him! :) ... better miss the SEA Games than missing an opportunity to play in Europe

[warren99]

Centredaily/08-30-07
"It's been a great experience seeing how basketball is played in different countries,especially,the FIBA aspect and how much pride is taken in every country with basketball."said Norwood.
"It was a humbling experience.I thought it was humbling when I was first asked but when I actually got out to the Phillipines and saw how crazy the whole culture was about basketball and how badly the whole country wanted to qualify for the Olympics,my(humility)kicked up even more."
The seed for Norwood playing overseas was planted last summer when he was a member of the Athletes in Action touring team that spent two weeks in the basketball-mad Philippines.
"They caught wind I had Filipino blood,I don't know how seriously it was taken last summer when our guide was saying that I should try to come back and play with the NT or at least come back and play pro ball."
From there, arrangements were made for Norwood to join the NT in Los Angeles where it was training.
"I didn't have Friday classes so I flew out for a tryout.It ended up going pretty well and they invited me back."
Before joining the NT,Norwood took another trip with Athletes in Action,this time to Prague.The trip caused him to miss his graduation ceremony at George Mason-he earned a degree in journalism.
After returning from Europe,Norwood had 10 days before he flew to Belgrade, Serbia to join the NT.
"Basically,halfway through the tournament we knew we weren't going to qualify for the Olympics,we didn't make it out of our pool.We were basically 3 days into the tournament and all the work we had put it was over with.It was definitely something that hit the whole team hard,including myself."
Norwood said he had a workout with the Utah Jazz this summer but it was nothing more than that. From there, he doesn't know what the future holds. More basketball,he hopes.
"I'm keeping my options open but as of right now,I'm not 100 percent sure where I'll end up."

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good luck to him.

[b3lowzro]

well good for him!!! it will give more opportunity for the other Filipinos to have exposure in the international.

[joel23]

Good! He should to play in Europe not here esp. power div 1 teams in Europe like Euro defending champion team or no.1-no.4 team like CKSA and not weaker like div. 2. Don't join the team like lower divisions and weaker euro teams as same level of PBL. and then if preparation of RP NT go back here

[Project_Olympics]

well that's good news! hope he will be in a team which he will have plenty of playing minutes!! he needs experience!!
but the bad news is if he will be available for the rp team!!

[saints13]

searching for greener pasteur and better compition. good for him.

it will gonna sharpen his skill to the maxx and toughen him as a player dont believe that hes not gonna come back for good.

remember that blood is thicker than water. hell be back. specially if he see that we aint gonna field a teeny weeny national team in the future. so relax and celebrate him.

GABE NORWOOD THE TALLEST POINT GUARD IN THE RP TEAM HISTORY.

indeed! :D

good for Gabe, he has brighter future somewhere else but not here :) he may play for the RP NT during the offseasons in whatever European country he'll play.

[demonyito]

Good! He should to play in Europe not here esp. power div 1 teams in Europe like Euro defending champion team or no.1-no.4 team like CKSA and not weaker like div. 2. Don't join the team like lower divisions and weaker euro teams as same level of PBL. and then if preparation of RP NT go back here

Nothing againts Norwood but one thing i will doubt if CSKA Moscow will ever have interest for the less experienced Gabe.

there will be probably hundred of players ahead of Norwood in CSKA list.

[chokois]

this is something that has saddened me. i was expecting gabe to play here till he grows up as a man. i am gabe's number 1 fan :-) so im still crossing my fingers that he'll still want to play here. and represent the philippines in international tournament. coz its such a joy see gabe play, his athleticism and quickness are incomparable.

[demonyito]

just to have some ideas about Euro basketball calibers,
some of the recent Euro signings:

http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/48169/20070924/lynn_greer_signs_lucrative_european_deal/

http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/48171/20070924/brown_signs_on_with_turkish_club/


http://www.euroleague.net/news/i/13488/180


and interbasket own forum:

http://forums.interbasket.net/showthread.php?t=144

and Europe is dipping into the NBA talent pool:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/sn/20070921/sp_sn/europeisdippingintothenbatalentpool

[SkyWalker]

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[B]SIGNS EUROPEAN CONTRACT — REPORT


Norwood no longer playing in SEAG?


Though other pertinent details are still sketchy, the source said the former George Mason University star has already told some of his former teammates in the SMC-Team Pilipinas that he might accept an offer to play in Europe and, chances are, he might not be returning for good.



goodbye and goodluck!

[warren99]

interview to Gabe Norwood:
Posted date: 08-07-07
“Being an underdog is something I got used to in college. Still, playing there taught me that anybody can beat anybody. I honestly felt that way coming into the tournament.”
“I’m a very grounded person. My parents taught me well the importance of family and of knowing where you’re from.”
“I was not heavily recruited. George Mason was the only Division I school that offered me a scholarship.”
“Every game has been an opportunity to take the court for the country.”
“I know I am Filipino. Even if the documents didn’t clear me, that would only be a piece of paper saying I’m not. But I know I am and I am proud to have the right to represent the country.”
“There are many invitations to try out in Europe and in the States and my agent and I will discuss them. But I let him know where my heart is.”

[ankle breaker]

interview to Gabe Norwood:
Posted date: 08-07-07
“Being an underdog is something I got used to in college. Still, playing there taught me that anybody can beat anybody. I honestly felt that way coming into the tournament.”
“I’m a very grounded person. My parents taught me well the importance of family and of knowing where you’re from.”
“I was not heavily recruited. George Mason was the only Division I school that offered me a scholarship.”
“Every game has been an opportunity to take the court for the country.”
“I know I am Filipino. Even if the documents didn’t clear me, that would only be a piece of paper saying I’m not. But I know I am and I am proud to have the right to represent the country.”
“There are many invitations to try out in Europe and in the States and my agent and I will discuss them. But I let him know where my heart is.”
you played for the philippines in the recently concluded FIBA-Asia tournament therefore they approved your claim that you have filipino lineage. The sad fact is that the PBA doesn't allow players to play in the PBA if you only have 1/4 percent Filipino blood because as per their rules said: either one of your parents is a pure filipino and you don't have that. it's only your grandma who was a pure filipino. that rule in the PBA stinks and it really stinks. now they took a doze of their own medicine. im sure the PBA and the teams wanted Norwood to play in the PBA but they can't allow because of that rule. And now they paid the price and Norwood might instead play in Europe. The only consolation is that he is optomistic to represent the country again if he is requested to. I think it's the time now for the PBA management and team governors to reconsider and made appropriate changes to their bylaws and rules. This will help them boost their league revenues because im sure it's declining these past years even if they are claiming that they are gaining good revenues. Don't fool us, i know gate receipts are dwindling because if it is not then you don't have to make some promos or make a bargain in your tickets. Having exciting games all throughout the league will increase attendance. Millions of filipinos even patronize the NBA even if it is only shown on TV, how much more the PBA that we can see live.

[chokois]

your extremely right ankle breaker. with PBA's rule, i see little chance of having norwood play in the PBA. and that's the sad reality...very sad. we lost a basketball star who couldve propel this nation in the future to great basketball achievements. though i still hope that Gabe will still play for the national team in future tournaments. but as what the newspapers this morning have written, he may not return for good. :-(

i think what should PBA do is to at least allow cagers to de drafted whether they got full, 1/2, or a quarter blood of being filipino. after all, thats still being filipino. if pba will not do anything out of this dilemma, then i see no improvement in Philippine basketball.

[ankle breaker]

your extremely right ankle breaker. with PBA's rule, i see little chance of having norwood play in the PBA. and that's the sad reality...very sad. we lost a basketball star who couldve propel this nation in the future to great basketball achievements. though i still hope that Gabe will still play for the national team in future tournaments. but as what the newspapers this morning have written, he may not return for good. :-(

i think what should PBA do is to at least allow cagers to de drafted whether they got full, 1/2, or a quarter blood of being filipino. after all, thats still being filipino. if pba will not do anything out of this dilemma, then i see no improvement in Philippine basketball.
FIBA even accept that proponents why the PBA can't? that's why I lost interest in watching the PBA whether on TV or live games the past 4 years because Im no longer excited. I am contented reading reports in the net or in newspapers to get updated.

[bestkept]

nice one..maybe he read our opinions here. hopefully when the national team needs him, he will play...

[Burndvinyard]

your extremely right ankle breaker. with PBA's rule, i see little chance of having norwood play in the PBA. and that's the sad reality...very sad. we lost a basketball star who couldve propel this nation in the future to great basketball achievements. though i still hope that Gabe will still play for the national team in future tournaments. but as what the newspapers this morning have written, he may not return for good. :-(

i think what should PBA do is to at least allow cagers to de drafted whether they got full, 1/2, or a quarter blood of being filipino. after all, thats still being filipino. if pba will not do anything out of this dilemma, then i see no improvement in Philippine basketball.

this argument makes sense. the legendary Filipino basketball greats aren't really "pure" Pinoys. Charlie Borck (born in Manila of Spanish and German parents), Carlos Loyzaga (of Spanish descent), Kurt Bachmann (Fil-German), among others. :cool:

[warren99]

BAP-SBP executive director remains optimistic he will honor his commitment to play for the Harbour Centre-backed national squad.
Gregorio could neither verify nor deny reports Norwood had signed with a team to play in Europe, but claimed bringing Norwood back to the Philippines is quite difficult now because of the player’s tight schedule.
Norwood was reportedly disheartened after learning he could not play in the PBA due to some “technicalities” in his citizenship.
Norwood has only two weeks left to decide if he’ll keep his promise of playing for the NT to the SeaGames in Thailand this December.
NT head coach told BusinessMirror they haven’t heard anything from Norwood if he will return to the country and join the national hopefuls in their every day scrimmages.
October 6 is the deadline for all the NSAs to submit their final lineup.
The former George Mason University standout, is reportedly eyeing a stint in Europe to play as an import and may forgo his RP team stint.
“He submitted his papers for the PBL draft which means he has plans to come back here. But I think, with or without him, the team is very much prepared for the SEA Games.”
The PBL Draft will be held this Friday although Norwood can be drafted even if he is not around. Magnolia is trying to make an arrangement with Hapee, the team that will select first.
Baculi admitted Norwood’s presence would be a big boost.
“He already competed against the best teams in Asia that’s why he’ll be a big factor to the team,” said Baculi.

[RetiredJordanStopper]

this argument makes sense. the legendary Filipino basketball greats aren't really "pure" Pinoys. Charlie Borck (born in Manila of Spanish and German parents), Carlos Loyzaga (of Spanish descent), Kurt Bachmann (Fil-German), among others. :cool:

And a certain Robert Jaworski doesnt sound so pinoy also...:) (polish ancesty. correct pronunciation is Ja-Vors-ksiii..but who cares )

[armorpiercing]

FIBA even accept that proponents why the PBA can't? that's why I lost interest in watching the PBA whether on TV or live games the past 4 years because Im no longer excited. I am contented reading reports in the net or in newspapers to get updated.



ME TOO, PBA BASKETBALL DOCTRINE IS NOTHING BUT BULLCRAP.
SHOWBOATING (all boat no show ), BALLHOGGING ( hog indeed ),
and CROCODILE FARMING.


THEY CANNOT PROVE ANYTHING YET, TILL THIS TIME.


THATS WHY WE CALL IT PHILIPPINE BALONEYS ASSOCIATION



PHYLUM
BUWAYANUS
ALANAMANUS

[DaveMap2007]

ME TOO, PBA BASKETBALL DOCTRINE IS NOTHING BUT BULLCRAP.
SHOWBOATING (all boat no show ), BALLHOGGING ( hog indeed ),
and CROCODILE FARMING.


THEY CANNOT PROVE ANYTHING YET, TILL THIS TIME.


THATS WHY WE CALL IT PHILIPPINE BALONEYS ASSOCIATION



PHYLUM
BUWAYANUS
ALANAMANUS



The immigration also puts weight to filipino chinese born here.....or face being deported to taiwan which they werent naturally born and lived their entire life........Dorian Pena is 1/4 blooded pinoy his grandpa is the only full blood (if its true?????) San miguel has the iron fist to change PBA ruling so if GAbe ends up in the PBA...San Miguel with its 4 board members can make a ruling change.....

[KobeWanKenobi]

DaveMap

San Miguel Corporation only has three members in the PBA board after they sold Coke to Coke USA. And, they only have two votes in the PBA board since Purefoods is allowed to send a board member but is not allowed to vote as per the ruling of the PBA board in order to limit San Miguel's effect on the league.

[DaveMap2007]

DaveMap

San Miguel Corporation only has three members in the PBA board after they sold Coke to Coke USA. And, they only have two votes in the PBA board since Purefoods is allowed to send a board member but is not allowed to vote as per the ruling of the PBA board in order to limit San Miguel's effect on the league.

Well San Miguel still has the power by either the board or the money (Dorian Pena in that case was abled to play even if his grandpa is the pure pinoy as rumored)....for sure they have AT LEAST 20% of the PBA....look at WELCOAT begging the board for Compton to play

[KobeWanKenobi]

If San Miguel had actual power in the PBA, then Eala would have stayed as commissioner.

San Miguel has influence, true. But its influence is exaggerated.

One thing though to the advantage of San Miguel. The other member teams can't afford to piss SMC off because SMC can form a league of its own without any regard to salary cap and kill the PBA off.

In a bidding war for players, only TNT, Coke and Alaska has the money to match. The rest, Red Bull, Air21, Welcoat and Sta. Lucia won't have the financial power to go up against a San Miguel league.

[DaveMap2007]

If San Miguel had actual power in the PBA, then Eala would have stayed as commissioner.

San Miguel has influence, true. But its influence is exaggerated.

One thing though to the advantage of San Miguel. The other member teams can't afford to piss SMC off because SMC can form a league of its own without any regard to salary cap and kill the PBA off.

In a bidding war for players, only TNT, Coke and Alaska has the money to match. The rest, Red Bull, Air21, Welcoat and Sta. Lucia won't have the financial power to go up against a San Miguel league.

I agree TNT also has some sort of power they made Asi Taulava pinoy e..San miguel booted out Tanduay also......Coke is still influence by San Miguel.....And San Miguel can buy companies just like purefoods and pop cola........................BUT FOR SURE GABE NORWOOD WILL PLAY IF HE WILL BE UNDER A SAN MIGUEL FRANCHISE ill bet for it.................

[chokois]

please read this which i quote from philstar.com which was released today SEPT 26 2007...

"The Philippine Basketball League holds its Rookie Camp at The Arena in San Juan today with a total of 104 aspirants strutting their stuff and hoping to make a lasting impression that could earn them spots in the country’s premier amateur league.

UAAP stalwart Jervy Cruz of Santo Tomas and NCAA Mythical first team member Marvin Hayes of Jose Rizal lead the cast of collegiate standouts while Richard Cole of Cypress College and Amir Mazarei of University of Redlands spearhead the Fil-foreign roster in the camp in what appears to be the deepest and most talented batch in years.

However, top rookie prospect Gabe Norwood, a 6-foot-5 former US NCAA Division I George Mason product who played for the RP squad that competed in Tokushima, Japan, will not be around to honor a previous commitment although he confirmed his availability for the PBL draft set Friday."


WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? he chose philippines over europe?

[warren99]

no. there's still no confirmation if he will play here. even the coaches they don't know if he really wanted to play in the PBL.

[chokois]

no. there's still no confirmation if he will play here. even the coaches they don't know if he really wanted to play in the PBL.

huh? so how can u explain this when in fact this was released by most newspapers and even the pbl. "although he confirmed his availability for the PBL draft set Friday."

(",)

[warren99]

is he really :D coming this friday?

[chokois]

will gabe norwood really :D coming this friday?

LETS CONTINUE HOPING. i hope he'll come. cant wait to see him play again. and don the natl colors come SEA Games :-)

Please avoid using extremely big lettering.

[ankle breaker]

it's ok if he won't play in the PBL and choose europe instead. that's good for his career and also he can refine his skills in there. the only thing that we needed from him is to fufill his previous commitment that he's going to play for the national team.

[donmar]

Don't worry guys... most of the best player in New Zealand's national team played in Europe and still have time to play for NEw Zealand... I see no reason why Gabe Norwood can't play for RP as well...

[ankle breaker]

Don't worry guys... most of the best player in New Zealand's national team played in Europe and still have time to play for NEw Zealand... I see no reason why Gabe Norwood can't play for RP as well...
yeah, the likes of pero cameron, kirk penney and phil jones are one of the best players for the kiwis.

[donmar]

yeah, the likes of pero cameron, kirk penney and phil jones are one of the best players for the kiwis.

Yeah... even Mark Dickel.. although Phil Jones probably retiring in playing international basketball... Sean Marks already retired from playing international basketball... Pero Cameron is getting slower and less competitive but still a good court leader... while Kirk Penney is now playing for the New Zealand Breakers in the Australian NBL...

[geo]

Good for you gabe. goodluck but be sure to comeback here in the philippines when the country needs you in the future.

[ankle breaker]

Good for you gabe. goodluck but be sure to comeback here in the philippines when the country needs you in the future.
for sure i will.:D

[bolabasket]

Norwood delighted to play for Hapee

GABE NORWOOD, the 6-foot-5 Fil-American who played for the all-pro Philippine team in the recent FIBA-Asian Championship in Japan, is all set to come back to the country and play for Hapee Toothpaste when the Philippine Basketball League opens shop on October 20.

Hapee team manager Bernard Yang said Norwood was elated when informed that they made him the No. 1 pick in the recent PBL Rookie Entry Draft.

“He was delighted when I texted him that we made him the No. 1 pick,” said Yang. “My gut feel is that he is going to come back here.”

Hapee Toothpaste owner and incoming PBL chairman Dr. Cecilio Pedro is looking forward for a smooth and harmonious relationship with the high-flying import, believing he has what it takes to bring back the team to the Promised Land again.

“Dr. Pedro is happy with the recent developments and he’s hoping that Norwood will give us another crack at the championship,” said Yang.

Yang said he already discussed the team’s offer to Norwood but he refused to elaborate the financial package.

Norwood, according to Yang, said he will still discuss the offer to his agent who is in Europe right now.

“Pag-uusapan pa ng dalawa ang offer namin and it seems na mukhang OK naman si Norwood,” said Yang.

Hapee Toothpaste and Welcoat Paints lorded it over the league before Harbour Centre dominated in last three conferences.

Backstopped then by Rich Alvarez, Peter Jun Simon, LA Tenoro, Larry Fonacier and Allan Salangsang, Hapee beat the James Yap-led Welcoat Paints in a classic final encounter three years ago at the Philsports Arena.

“It was one of the best championships of the league. It was full of action and drama,” said PBL Deputy Commis*sio*ner Tom*my C. Ong.

[ankle breaker]

Norwood delighted to play for Hapee

GABE NORWOOD, the 6-foot-5 Fil-American who played for the all-pro Philippine team in the recent FIBA-Asian Championship in Japan, is all set to come back to the country and play for Hapee Toothpaste when the Philippine Basketball League opens shop on October 20.

Hapee team manager Bernard Yang said Norwood was elated when informed that they made him the No. 1 pick in the recent PBL Rookie Entry Draft.

“He was delighted when I texted him that we made him the No. 1 pick,” said Yang. “My gut feel is that he is going to come back here.”

Hapee Toothpaste owner and incoming PBL chairman Dr. Cecilio Pedro is looking forward for a smooth and harmonious relationship with the high-flying import, believing he has what it takes to bring back the team to the Promised Land again.

“Dr. Pedro is happy with the recent developments and he’s hoping that Norwood will give us another crack at the championship,” said Yang.

Yang said he already discussed the team’s offer to Norwood but he refused to elaborate the financial package.

Norwood, according to Yang, said he will still discuss the offer to his agent who is in Europe right now.

“Pag-uusapan pa ng dalawa ang offer namin and it seems na mukhang OK naman si Norwood,” said Yang.

Hapee Toothpaste and Welcoat Paints lorded it over the league before Harbour Centre dominated in last three conferences.

Backstopped then by Rich Alvarez, Peter Jun Simon, LA Tenoro, Larry Fonacier and Allan Salangsang, Hapee beat the James Yap-led Welcoat Paints in a classic final encounter three years ago at the Philsports Arena.

“It was one of the best championships of the league. It was full of action and drama,” said PBL Deputy Commis*sio*ner Tom*my C. Ong.
he is delighted but not interested.

[commish]

is this true? is he not interested in playing in the PBL?

[ankle breaker]

is this true? is he not interested in playing in the PBL?
these only speculations but there is a possibility that it might come true.

[saints13]

these only speculations but there is a possibility that it might come true.

I wish it's true :D LOL

Norwood needs to be nurtured with basketball skills far better than what the Philippines can offer. :)

[commish]

I agree. And if he is good enought to go to NBA, why not? He's got the height and the talent that NBA scouts love to have in guards.

[tapia_15]

Gabe is the oldest of five children. He has three brothers, Jordan, Levi and Zaccariah and a sister named Brianna. Jordan Norwood is currently a wide receiver at PSU.

I think his other brother Jordan Norwood is playing basketball and who is a varsity of American Football in Penn State. Jordan is being given a chance to join the men's basketball team, head coach Ed DeChellis said in Penn State.

Norwood, a former point guard at State College High School, planned to begin a tryout process today at the Bryce Jordan Center as the Nittany Lions (10-5, 1-1 Big Ten) prepared for a home game against Indiana this Saturday.

"He was a very good player at State High and is an athletic kid, a great competitor," DeChellis said of Norwood, who is listed at 5-foot-10 and 168 pounds.

Norwood, a two-time Mountain Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year in high school, could help the Penn State backcourt, which at times has given up more points to opposing guards than the coaching staff would like. However, DeChellis warned against expecting any immediate impact.

Norwood's older brother, Gabe, was a member of the George Mason team that made an improbable run to last year's NCAA Final Four.

[Lebron23]

I think Norwood's younger brother can play in our country because if he have some Filipino Blood in his veins he can always come here and play for our national team. :)

[tapia_15]

yeah but i think he plays american football more than basketball..but i hope he can be a good player for philippines

[ankle breaker]

i don't think so.

[bestkept]

if he wants to why not?

[onono1]

I think Norwood's younger brother can play in our country because if he have some Filipino Blood in his veins he can always come here and play for our national team. :)

Automatically speaking, norwood's younger bro. can play in the philippines unless technical aspect arises, hehehehehhe

[ankle breaker]

Automatically speaking, norwood's younger bro. can play in the philippines unless technical aspect arises, hehehehehhe
if he's good than his bro, then the technicality issue will surely arise.

[alex15]

TEAM PILIPINAS
Norwood to pursue NBA dream
By Rey Bancod, Manila Bulletin
December 12, 2007

NAKHON RATCHASIMA -- Fil-American Gabe Norwood is one guy who loves to dunk -- never a layup -- but doesn't want to draw much of the attention if he could help it.

But if and when he makes it to the National Basketball Association (NBA), Norwood should better be prepared for the media frenzy back home.

The six-foot-five former guard of the Greg Mason University has not given up on his dream to play in the NBA after not being drafted this year.

"Certainly, I would love to play in the NBA," Norwood said Tuesday inside the Athletes Village.

"I wasn't drafted this year because my numbers in college were not that spectacular," Norwood said.

"Technically, I'm a free agent. That's what I understand. After my stint in the PBL (Philippine Basketball League), I would go back home and see how things unfold," the 21-year-old Norwood said.

Norwood said he's not discounting the possibility of joining the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) next season while waiting for his chance in the NBA.

He said he was invited once by a scout representing the Utah Jazz, but nothing came out of his tryout.

"It wasn't even held in Utah," Norwood said.

Philippine Basketball League (PBL) Commissioner Chino Trinidad has nothing but praise for Norwood whom he describes as a nice fellow on and off the court.

"I would love to have him in the team. He completes the team with his selflessness and energy," Trinidad said.

Norwood scored only eight points in the team's opening game against Cambodia, letting his teammates to shine.

But against Indonesia, the athletic do-it-all player showed a glimpse of what he can do, firing 19 points, including a vicious slam dunk toward the end of the game.

Through it all, Norwood has remained humble.

In an interview with Washington Post sportswriter Dan Steinberg last year, Drew Frank, his coach on the state championship team, said Norwood changed his life.

"Someone told me one time when your best player and your best person are one and the same, you can have a magical season, and that's what we had with Gabe," Frank said.

He told Steinberg that Norwood helped him understand what's most important about the game.

"Don't get wrapped up in wins and losses, enjoy the journey and just have fun," Frank said.

This week, Norwood has been having his share of fun.

"It's always an honor to represent the country. There's a little bit of pressure because we're the favorites, but certainly, we're having fun here," Norwood said.

[raichu08]

hope he makes it. Playing on the nba or europe than the pba would make him a lot better player and asset to the national team. If ever this happens He'd be the 2nd fil am to play in the nba and if japeth and gian makes it, we'd be having 3 pinoys there.

[oblaks19]

It will be one of the most rewarding achievements in his career and for the Philippines if he makes it to the nba. I saw Norwood in one of the rp team's pratices at the arena in San Juan. He has great work ethic, and even in practice he was jamming the hoops! I hope he plays in europe or in the states once he finishes he's sea games stint, to further polish he's skills and get more experience coz this talent is one of a kind. The competitive level in the pba is good but will all due respect to the pba, Gabe's career growth would blossom more if he plays in high calider leagues abroad, e.g. the european leagues, nbdl or cba perhaps. Because in the pba he might play the 3 or some 4. haha let him concentrate on playing the 1 oo 2 position. He'll wreck more havock if he plays those spots, especially come the next asian championships or asian games. Good luck to Gabe "Phi(l) Slamma Jamma" Norwood!

[asapa11]

if only he could prove himself a lot more internationally and drew attention. he didnt perform well during the fiba asia tournament. that couldve been a jump start for him. anyways i still hope he gets into the NBA!

[jesronne]

with his skills and talent now... i doubt if he could make it to the NBA

[ankle breaker]

with his skills and talent now... i doubt if he could make it to the NBA
yeah agree. no doubt he is a very good basketball player. however, if we take into consideration on what happened to his 3 prolific teammates at GMU namely:
Jai Lewis 6'7" Power Forward
Tony Skinn 6'1" Point Guard
Lamar Butler 6'2" Guard

They never made it to the NBA. They settled in playing in Europe for measly average pay of $8,000. How much more Gabe who was just an average player in their team though he used to start on some games for them?

[Silent Killer]

Gabe's Position in PBL is PG/SG

He once recorded triple doubles at least back to back.

His stint in RP team last july's FIBA asia is his learning experience. He play bad defense against Rashiem Wright of Jordan. Well he learn from that experience. The next time The RPNT will play in FIBA ASIA championship he learn some of his lesson. Being Fresh grad and the youngest player of RPNT he's learning from the PBA's Best. He did some mistakes but those mistakes will not happen again for him

Try his luck next year's Summer league teams in NBA. He knows. He might play at NBA or in NBDL. He'll be tougher player once he donned the RP jersey. His skills might further Develop.