Limitless App looking forward to SEAG after early exit in PBA 3x3
LIMITLESS App sets a redemption mission in the coming Southeast Asian Games (SEAG) in Vietnam after its disappointing campaign on Wednesday’s Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) 3x3 Second Conference Grand Finals.
“It wasn’t our day but we’re looking forward to the SEA Games,” big man Brandon Rosser said after the top-seeded Appmasters’ unceremonious early exit in their last competition before wearing the Gilas Pilipinas 3x3 jersey.
The First Conference titlist and four-time leg winners were among the hot favorites but unceremoniously got the boot in the quarterfinal round at the hands of eventual winner Pioneer Pro Tibay, 16-14.
“It’s much more of a challenge for us because we have a sour taste in the mouth and we have to get back the glory we had back before,” the Fil-Am stalwart said.
“You don’t want to lose, but an eye-opener is okay,” he added.
Mr. Rosser and his teammates Marvin Hayes, Reymar Caduyac and Jorey Napoles embrace the big responsibility of defending the 3x3 gold the crew of Chris Newsome, Jason Perkins, Mo Tautuaa and CJ Perez previously won in the event’s inaugural edition in Manila in 2019.
“The Philippines is the defending champion — that’s the torch we have to carry there. We’re excited for the opportunity,” said the 6-foot-7 Mr. Rosser, who is making his debut for the national team.
While waging battle in the PBA 3x3, the Willie Wilson-coached Appmasters have been watching videos of Gilas’ rivals for the SEAG mint.
“There’s a lot of size, experience over there, but I think we stack up pretty good against any team in the region,” said Mr. Rosser. After the Gilas Pilipinas 3x3 venture, Mr. Rosser is making his leap to the 5-on-5. He has already submitted his application for the Season 47 PBA Rookie Draft, where he looms as one of the top prospects.
“It’s something I’ve been looking forward to for a long time now so I’m excited wherever I play and just looking to get better, prove myself and win as much as I can,” he said.