Gino Jumao-as said that he is drawing inspiration from the sporting glory of Olympian weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz when he enters the 2016 Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Rookie Annual Draft on Sunday at the Robinson’s Place in Ermita in Manila. Her (Diaz) Olympic performance was really inspiring for all the athletes who wanted to rise from poverty,” the 24-year old, 6’3, Jumao-as told The Manila Times. It only means that there is nothing impossible in this life as long as you love your work. I’m hoping God will help me,” Jumao-as said. “Not only to be drafted but I’m also hoping to get a contract from any PBA team.

Source: Manila Times October 27, 2016 14:24 UTC