The Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) on Tuesday slapped Marikina Shoemasters head coach Elvis Tolentino with a nice and suspension for hitting certainly one of his gamers throughout a recreation.
According to a press release launched by the league on July 4, the MPBL stated it’ll nice Tolentino P75,000 whereas additionally handing him a one-game suspension following commissioner Kenneth Duremdes’ and the league’s overview and analysis.
“We would like to reiterate our commitment to fostering a positive and safe environment that is free from violence and conducive to fair play, respect, and sportsmanship for all players, coaches, and staff members during every game day and every event,” Duremdes stated.
The incident occurred throughout Marikina’s recreation towards Pasig final June 27, which the latter received in a 71-66 triumph.
The league deemed it “conduct unbecoming of a professional basketball coach”.
The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) can be conducting a separate probe into the matter, saying the federal government physique is dedicated to make sure a good and simply decision.
“GAB remains dedicated to promoting the highest standards of sportsmanship and professionalism in all sporting events under our jurisdiction,” GAB stated in a press release.
“Any actions that compromise the integrity of the game will not be tolerated.”
GMA Integrated News is making an attempt to achieve Tolentino for remark.
—Bea Micaller/JMB, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com