August Tailor’s small forward Michael Paderes was also the big factor for their win since he was unstoppable when he started to wax hot in the second half that he sparked up the momentum and change the complexion of the game.

By Chris Panganiban

Photoshoot by: Ronnie Castro

Qatar Kentz third straight win with no losses still in top spot.

By: Chris Panganiban

Photoshoot by: Ronnie Castro

Qatar Kentz escaped a narrow victory over Power Horse Energy Drink.

By: Chris Panganiban

Photoshoot by: Ronnie Castro

It was the first time that Sheikh Saoud attended the PIBAQ opening since it was organized in 2005. 

By Chris Panganiban

Photoshoot by Ronnie Castro

Michael Paderes of KIA Motors tries to glide with legs crossed for an easy lay up against Jersey Masters.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by: Ronnie Castro

Nikus Valerio converted a difficult shot inside the keyhole with only 6 seconds left to seal the win.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by: Ronnie Castro

Action from the PIBAQ match between One Family and GAC at the Al Gharrafa Training Gym.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by: Ronnie Castro

A toss being done by PIBAQ's Aiko Atienza and President Pat Carido for the opening game.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBVAN

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PIBAQ & McDonald's Official, announce the opening of the 10th McDonald's Cup 2011, from left PIBAQ League Manager Mr. Bombet Vitor, PIBAQ President Mr. PAT Carido, Assistant General Manager - Marketing Mr. Firos Myladan & Assistant Marketing Manager Mr. Ronald Arugay.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by: Ronnie Castro

Al Khor Community took the ballgame on their hands over PDC Tamweem, 82-73. (22 November 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by Leo Enriquez

What makes this tournament a truly come-on to basketball fans are the entry into the league of former basketball stars of the prestigious Philippine Basketball Association who were given another crack to play for different teams. (23 October 2010 - page 4)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

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Vodafone Qatar decided to forge a partnership with the PIBAQ after learning that the premiere basketball league has already gained wide popularity in the ever growing population of Filipinos in Qatar now estimated to have reached 250,000. (October 16, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by Chris Panganiban

One Family’s Anthony Isip is challenged by a Rumaillah player in their semifinal game on Friday. One Family won 89-83 to enter the final. (Sunday, July 11, 2010-Page 31)

BY CHRIS V PANGANIBAN

A pick and roll offense by Rumaillah was also proven to be the factor behind their big win as they continue to rally with easy baskets inside the keyhole.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

The game was interrupted for several minutes while the officiating committee and referees confer in deciding the penalty. (21 June 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

SBQ’s win has given them the third slot for the semi-final rounds. The game between Rumaillah and Power Horse was tight right from the very start that halftime score was low, 36-33, with Rumaillah taking the lead. (Sunday, June 6, 2010 page 34 Sports page)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

PIBAQ’s accreditation to SBP was formalised during the ongoing 21st FIBA Asia Champions Cup at the Al Gharafa Basketball Stadium after PIBAQ officials were sworn in by lawyer Noli Eala, SBP Executive Director... (Saturday, May 29, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Defending champion Rumaillah Group easily dumped Western Union Tamaraws 106-77 in the lopsided fourth quarter that saw the losing team only limited to two points in the crucial seven minutes of play that should have spelled the difference of the game in the ongoing 6th McDonald’s Qatar Basketball Cup 2010 of Pinoy Basketball of Qatar (PIBAQ) - May 10, 2010

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Power Horse quickly regained the two-point lead with 13 seconds left. Qatar Kentz could still have the luxury of time to equalize the game before the final buzzer but all their dominating rebounds inside the keyhole failed to convert into a basket. (Monday, May 3, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Photo shoot by: Willy Arias

A big factor why SBQ losses,” said Pinoy Basketball of Qatar Commissioner Edgar Sambo. (April 24, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

The old magic displayed by former Filipino basketball stars reminiscent of their heydays during the exhibition game at the Al Gharafa Stadium on Friday night has brought the house down to the delight of the organisers of Emir Cup 2010 basketball tournament.

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Pictures from: The Qatar Basketball Federation (QBF)

Former PBA stars William “Bogs” Adornado, Kenneth “Captain Barbel” Duremdez, Paul “Mr Excitement” Alvarez, Bong “The Hawk” Hawkins, Noli “The Tank” Locsin, Bal “The Flash” David”, Rodney “The Slasher” Santos , Alvin “Robocop” Teng and Joey Mente will excite the fans of their sporting prowess during their heyday, when PBA was still well-known throughout the country. (April 15, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBAN

Bilfinger Berger registered another victory over SBQ-Kamayan Restaurant, 87-75 (July 26, 2010)

BY CHRIS PANGANIBVAN

Photo shoot by: Rey Egusquiza