From shooting hoops to raising troops, our favorite PBA superstars are champions in every game.
Since the day has come where we are not allowed to roll our eyes at their “funny” dad jokes let’s check out how the great dads of PBA have celebrated this special occasion for Father's Day.
Magnolia Chicken Timplados Hotshots’ Paul Lee is the ultimate girl dad.
From clutch shots to cherished moments, the Lee-thal Weapon had a lovely Father’s Day morning after his daughter, Tokyo, gave him a heartfelt handwritten letter and a cute bracelet.
“My heart melts this morning. Thank you, Tokyo, for the Father’s Day greetings. Plus, may pa customize na bracelet pa. You’re the sweetest, my baby. I love you so much, Anak!” he posted on Instagram.
Since today is Father’s Day, it’s about time to give a standing ovation to the all-stars of fatherhood, such as Blackwater Bossing’s Troy Rosario.
Mich, Troy’s wife, posted an Instagram reel that includes his treasured memories with his kids as a tribute to him.
“Happy Father’s Day to the most amazing husband and father. Thank you for all that you do for our family! We love you,” she captioned.
And while being a dad can be a chaotic adventure, Barangay Ginebra San Miguel’s Japeth Aguilar, Meralco Bolts’ Anjo Caram, and Raymond Almazan gamely shares their favorite parts of being a father.
“My kids, best part. Best achievement in life,” said Japeth in a chat with One Sports.
“The best part of being a father is syempre, you get to take care of [my] children. Dalawa sila, sobrang sarap sa feeling na maging tatay. Parang sila ‘yong purpose kung bakit ka nabubuhay,” said Anjo.
“Having a kid, siguro. Kasi no’ng dumating dalawang bugoy ko, it changed everything. So parang, ‘yunn yong kukumpleto bilang tatay. Totoo pala ‘yong sinasabi nilang ‘pag pagod ka, makita mo ‘yong kids mo, ‘yon, nakakawala ng pagod,” added Raymond.
Fur dads are included in the celebrations too, like Meralco’s Bong Quinto.
“Sobrang saya talaga. Kasi lalo na ‘yong mga aso, minsan nafe-feel nila kung ano ‘yong nafi-feel natin, eh. So every time na uuwi ako, uuwi kami ng wife ko sa bahay, mafe-feel mo talaga ‘yong mga love ng mga aso,” said Bong.
And for Meralco’s main gunner, Allein Maliksi, who is just a win away from winning a first-ever PBA championship, being a dad is the ultimate victory at the end of the day.
“It’s the best thing that ever happened to me. This is my trophy in life. Parang sila ‘yong mga championship trophies ko, my MVP. Sila ‘yong everyday blessing and ‘yong kayamanan ko,” told Allein.
To the legends on the court and heroes at home, Happy Father’s Day!