Top basketball leagues in the Philippines both professional and collegiate, have slated a one-day special charity event for the victims of typhoon Ondoy.

Spearheaded by the country’s major basketball organizations like the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), Philippine Basketball League (PBL), Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP), Liga Pilipinas, University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the fund-raising affair is dubbed as Pinoy Basketball: Kakampi Nyo!

It will be held on Monday (October 5) at the Araneta Coliseum. And there will be two charity games featuring all-star selections from top teams belonging to the participating leagues.

*5pm – 1st game
UAAP/NCAA Selection vs LIGA/PBL Selection
*7pm – 2nd game
PBA Powerade National Team vs Smart Gilas National Team

The PBA-backed national team was our contingent to the recent Tianjin Asian championships; and was also our bet for the world championships in Turkey for 2010. While the Smart Gilas national team is a developmental squad that will vie for the 2011 Asian Games; hopefully eyeing a possible slot in the 2012 Olympics.

Aside from the proceeds of the game, the basketball community (fans, players, coaches, etc) is also encouraged to donate useable footwear for the benefit of the typhoon victims. As a matter of fact, entrance to the upper levels is free but donating your old “but still usable” rubber shoes or slippers will be greatly appreciated.

TICKET PRICES:
Ringside/Patron – P200
Lower Box – P100
Upper A – P50
Upper B & Bleacher – FREE