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next six qualifying games and whom to choose as an interim head coach while Reyes is suspended for the Sept. 13 game against Iran on the road. PBA commissioner Willie Marcial said the pro league is making available any eligible player for Gilas. Marcial said the Governors are supportive of Gilas’ efforts and only the players themselves may reject the call if ever they’re drafted. Aside from the 10 sanctioned players, let’s remember that Kiefer Ravena is also suspended up to Aug. 24 next year. So the pool has been drastically depleted. The challenge is for new players to step up and prove their loyalty to the country and the sport they love.