Discover the Latest NBA News and Updates on www.nba.com.ph for Filipino Fans
2025-11-04 19:13
As a longtime NBA enthusiast who's been following the league since the early 2000s, I've always appreciated how basketball connects communities across the Philippines. When I first discovered www.nba.com.ph, it felt like finding a dedicated space that truly understands what Filipino fans want - and believe me, we want it all. The platform delivers everything from real-time scores to behind-the-scenes content that you simply can't find elsewhere. Just last week, I was tracking the PBA Commissioner's Cup finals through their coverage, and the depth of analysis reminded me why this site has become my go-to source.
What really stands out about nba.com.ph is how it bridges international NBA coverage with local Philippine basketball context. I remember reading about PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial's comments regarding JP Erram's controversial technical foul - Marcial stated that "Still, it wasn't enough reason for Erram to act that way," and this kind of exclusive content appears on the site within hours. The platform doesn't just regurgitate international news; it contextualizes everything for Filipino fans. During the last NBA season, the site recorded over 2.3 million unique visitors from the Philippines, with traffic peaking during Lakers games - no surprise given our country's love affair with LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
The beauty of having a dedicated Philippine NBA platform is how it captures the unique passion Filipino fans bring to the game. I've attended live viewing parties at various venues across Metro Manila where hundreds of fans gather to watch games together, and nba.com.ph serves as the digital hub for this community. Their mobile app, which I use religiously, sends push notifications for breaking news - something I particularly appreciate during those early morning games when I'm commuting to work. The site's integration with social media platforms makes sharing highlights incredibly seamless, whether it's Jordan Clarkson's latest explosive performance or Kai Sotto's development updates.
From my perspective as both a basketball analyst and fan, the platform's greatest strength lies in its understanding of the Filipino basketball psyche. We're not just passive consumers; we're active participants in basketball culture. The comment sections on nba.com.ph regularly feature debates that would make any sports talk show proud, with fans passionately arguing about everything from Gilas Pilipinas' roster selections to whether the Warriors dynasty is truly over. I've personally spent countless hours engaged in these discussions, and what strikes me is how the platform maintains quality discourse while allowing genuine fan expression.
Looking ahead, I'm particularly excited about how nba.com.ph continues to evolve. The platform recently announced plans to expand its video content by 40% in the coming quarter, including more Filipino-language analysis segments - something I've been hoping they'd implement for years. As someone who's watched basketball media transform from newspaper columns to digital streaming, I genuinely believe that dedicated platforms like this represent the future of sports fandom. They understand that for Filipino fans, basketball isn't just entertainment; it's part of our national identity, and their coverage reflects this understanding perfectly.
Heather Bolton Suber ’02
Leah Schnell ’01
Sarah Grimes Wiggins ’93
Dr. Ralph Swearngin
Point University will induct four members into the Athletics Hall of Fame during a luncheon on Friday, October 24, during Homecoming weekend.
The class of 2025 includes Leah Schnell ’01, Heather Bolton Suber ’02, Dr. Ralph Swearngin and Sarah Grimes Wiggins ’93. The Athletics Hall of Fame was launched in May 2024, when six inaugural members were inducted.
“We look forward to honoring the second Hall of Fame class during Homecoming,” said Jaunelle White, vice president of intercollegiate athletics and chief student development officer. “It’s always a great feeling to have our alumni back on campus mingling with our current student-athletes and coaches. These individuals were elite during their time at Atlanta Christian College and deserve to be recognized.”
Schnell attended Atlanta Christian College from 1998 to 2001, where she earned a degree in business while competing in both basketball and volleyball. On the basketball court, she earned First Team All-Conference, Scholar Athlete, and First Team All-American honors for three consecutive years. Schnell also held the title of all-time leading scorer from 1998-2001. She now thrives as a commercial construction project manager at Barnsley Construction Group and as an entrepreneur.
Suber, from Havana, Florida, attended ACC from 1998 to 2002. A dedicated two-sport athlete, she earned numerous accolades, including First Team All-Conference, Second Team All-Conference, Honorable Mention and First Team All-American. One of her most memorable achievements came when she made eleven three-pointers in a single game. Suber graduated with a degree in early childhood education and went on to earn a master’s degree in education and a specialist degree in instructional technology. For over 23 years, she has served as an educator.
Swearngin has had a distinguished career in education, athletics and ministry spanning several decades, including 20 years at ACC in roles such as professor, dean of students, athletics director and coach. He held national leadership positions with the NCCAA, served as a trustee of Point University for over 10 years, and worked extensively in ministry and education in California, earning degrees from Whittier College and Georgia State University. His athletic involvement includes 23 years as a high school football official in California and Georgia, 22 years with the Georgia High School Association — retiring as executive director in 2014 — and service on national football and softball rules committees. Honored with multiple Hall of Fame inductions and the Atlanta Falcons Lifetime Achievement Award, Swearngin has authored two books and remains active in retirement through preaching and leading Bible studies, alongside his wife of 58 years, Evelyn.
Wiggins grew up in Roswell, Georgia, where she began playing basketball at the age of ten. After two years at Florida State University, she transferred to ACC in 1990. While at ACC, Wiggins was named to the All-American team in both 1991 and 1992. In her final year, she led her team in scoring, helping them finish second in the nation, and was named national MVP in 1992. She earned a bachelor of science in elementary education in 1993 and later received a master’s degree in technology and media sciences from Georgia Southern University in 2009. For the past 33 years, Wiggins has worked as a dedicated educator. In 1997, she married Todd Wiggins. Together, they have two children, Preston, 26, and Logan, 22.
