MVP re-elected SBP president

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas yesterday elected by acclimation to a fresh four-year term the current SBP Board of Trustees led by president Manuel V. Pangilinan, who immediately called for a more aggressive grassroots development program.
SBP chairman Oscar Moreno, the Misamis Oriental governor, moved for the acclimation of the nominees and a seconded motion drew a loud applause from those present, including FIBA technical officer Ben Turner.
The board is to go through a formal election of officers later in the day although no major changes are expected, with Moreno getting retained as chairman; Maynilad Water president Victorico P. Vargas, vice chairman; Atty. Marievic Anonuevo, board secretary; and Dr. Jay Adalem, treasurer.
“We may need another strategic planning session to plan more grassroots projects,” said Pangilinan, who is also the chairman of the Amateur Boxing Association of the Philippines.