NLEX Road Warriors ace Kevin Alas celebrates his mom, Liza, on Mother's Day.
Growing up, Kevin Alas' father, Louie, played a dual role in his life, serving also as his basketball coach.
Here comes his mother, Liza, who provides the balance in their father-son — and player-coach — relationship.
The younger Alas expresses his appreciation for his mom in One Sports' Mother's Day special.
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One Sports: What’s your mom’s name? How old is she?
Kevin Alas: My mom is Maria Liza. She’s 63 years old, I think.
OS: We all know the dynamics of your relationship with your father, coach Louie, but can you describe your relationship with your mom?
Alas: Balanced, eh. I grew up with my dad as basketball coach ko. I guess my mom is the one who balances out 'yong relationship namin. 'Pag napagagalitan [ako ni Dad]. Minsan 'yong mom ko naman then 'yong dad ko naman. I guess I can say na balanced 'yong relationship.
OS: What are your favorite bonding moments with her?
Alas: Playing basketball my whole life, it's every Sunday na we have a get-together. Nagla-lunch kami together as a family.
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OS: What are your favorite memories of her so far?
Alas: Growing up, 'yong mga fun memories is 'pag nag-a-abroad kami. Siyempre, it’s a time to get away from basketball and enjoy each other’s company. Bakasyon lang talaga.
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OS: Give a message for your mom by filling in the blanks.
Thank you, Mom, for ______.
Alas: Thank you, Mom, for your sacrifices.
OS: Sorry, Mom, for ______.
Alas: Sorry, Mom, for my mistakes when I was a kid.
OS: I love you, Mom, because ______.
Alas: I love you, Mom, because you are the mom who supports me in my basketball career.