BEST Center Sports - Baguio

Happy 84th Birthday in Heaven, Coach Nic!

Today, we honor and celebrate the life of a man whose vision, passion, and leadership changed the landscape of Philippine basketball forever.

As the founder of BEST Center, Coach Nic Jorge dedicated his life to developing young athletes, raising the standards of grassroots training, and shaping generations of players and coaches. His scientific approach to basketball, his discipline, and his unwavering belief in the potential of every child continue to guide us today.

Coach Nic’s legacy lives on in every dribble, every shot, every young athlete who discovers confidence and character through the game. His work laid the foundation for countless champions—not just on the court, but in life.

We miss you, Coach Nic.
Thank you for the wisdom, the vision, and the love you poured into the sport and into all of us.

Happy Birthday in heaven, Coach.
Your BEST Center family continues your mission proudly. 🏀✨

📢 Call for Participants!
This study, led by Edwin Barber, Delmark A. Aseron, Gabrielle Mikaela R. Bernales, and Joanna V. Franquelli, and recognised by the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP), is now inviting participants!

We are looking for females aged 18 years and above who are involved in basketball in the Philippines as a:
🏀 Coach
🏀 Athlete
🏀 Referee
🏀 Official

This timely and important research explores the factors contributing to women’s underrepresentation in basketball in the Philippines. Your insights will help us better understand challenges and opportunities to strengthen women’s involvement in the sport.

👉 Simply scan the QR code or copy and paste the link into your browser to participate.

For questions or more information, please email us at [email protected]

Thank you for helping us advance basketball research and amplify women’s voices in the game!

👨‍🏫 COACH’S CORNER: Coach Ompong

From playing in the PBA to coaching around the country, Coach Ompong has dedicated his life to basketball — and to training the next generation through the BEST Center. 🏀💚💛

🟢 Played for Adamson Falcons (1968–72)
🟡 Former pro player: Toyota Comets, Mariwasa Honda, U-Tex Wranglers
🔵 Coach in the MBA and for the RP Women’s Team
🟣 BEST Center coach since 1988

💬 His advice to young athletes:
“Keep on improving your weaknesses and you won’t go wrong.” 💯

🏀 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: THIRDY RAVENA
From BEST Center to Japan’s B.League — Thirdy Ravena’s basketball journey proves what strong fundamentals can do. 💯

Known for his high-flying style and relentless hustle, Thirdy trained with BEST Center in his early years, sharpening the skills that would lead him to UAAP stardom and international success. 🌍🇵🇭

Once BEST, always the BEST. 💚💛