Austria credits players for PH Cup success

The Future of Austria Credits Players for PH Cup Success

As the curtain closes on another thrilling season of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), it's essential to take a moment to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of LEO Austria, the head coach of San Miguel Beer (SMB). Under his guidance, SMB has secured their eighth Philippine Cup title since 2015, cementing their position as one of the most successful teams in the league.

A Milestone Achievement

The Beermen's latest victory was a testament to their team spirit and dedication. Led by June Mar Fajardo, CJ Perez, and Rodney Brondial, SMB poured on the offense in the second half, ultimately defeating TNT Tropang 5G, 92-77, to take home the title series, 4-2. This championship marks SMB's 31st overall, making them the winningest ballclub in pro league history.

Austria's Humble Approach

For Austria, this 11th title as head coach earns him a tie for third place with TNT's Chot Reyes and Norman Black on the all-time list of PBA coaches. However, he was quick to deflect credit, praising his players' sacrifices that enabled SMB to achieve their latest success.

The real stars here are our (SMB) players, Austria said in his brief championship speech. Because of them, I looked good again as a coach.

Robert Non's Perspective

San Miguel team governor Robert Non agrees that Austria deserves recognition for his coaching prowess. Coach Leo is one of the top PBA coaches. He now ties coach Chot with 11 championships, said Non.

It's a milestone win in a milestone season for the PBA, he added. We hope to continue this success, potentially securing back-to-back titles in Season 50.

Looking Ahead

As we look to the future of Austria and San Miguel Beer, it's clear that their success is built on the sacrifices and hard work of the players. As they continue to strive for excellence, we can expect more thrilling matches and championships in the years to come.

Keywords PBA, Philippine Cup, LEO Austria, San Miguel Beer, SMB

Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

Enjoy the little things in life. For one day, you may look back and realize they were the big things. Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.