The TNT Tropang 5G team manager plus other hoop stars brings
the Jolas Cup Back to Cagayan de Oro
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For love of the game, PLDT Home and TNT Tropang 5G bring
fans closer to the action. Basketball legend Jojo Lastimosa and stars Poy
Erram, Rey Nambatac, and Glenn Khobuntin unite on stage with the lucky winners
of their hand-signed TNT jerseys. |
The Philippines continues to produce world-class basketball talent – but as PBA legend and current TNT Tropang 5G team manager Jojo Lastimosa has long believed, talent alone isn’t enough without opportunity. For young athletes, sports can open doors – but only when the right support systems are in place. This is where connectivity, community, and committed partners like PLDT Home play a crucial role.
Since launching the Jolas Cup in 2004, Lastimosa has
championed grassroots basketball as a way to empower the youth. In 2026, that
mission was strengthened by PLDT Home’s
support, as the tournament returned to Cagayan de Oro – bringing not just
competition but also access, visibility, and opportunity for the next
generation.
Kicked off last April 22 at the Xavier Ateneo Sports Centre,
Jolas Cup 2026 gathered top teams from schools and barangays across the city,
transforming the venue into a dynamic space where talent met opportunity. The
tournament aimed to bring together young athletes from Cagayan de Oro and
nearby areas, competing in six divisions: 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U, 22U men’s, and
22U women’s. It concludes on May 16 with the championship games of all six
divisions.
PLDT Home Fiber was among the brands powering the tournament
opening ceremonies, as players and attendees stayed connected throughout the
event – from real-time updates to digital engagement that extended the reach of
the tournament beyond the court.
The opening ceremonies were led by Lastimosa, alongside
fellow TNT Tropang 5G players who share roots in Mindanao, including Poy Erram,
Rey Nambatac, and Glenn Khobuntin. Their presence reinforced the importance of
giving back – made even more impactful through platforms like the Jolas Cup
supported by partners who share the same
vision.
“Malipayon gyud ko nga nakabalik ko diri sa Cagayan de Oro
aron maghatag og oportunidad sa mga batan-on. Mao ni ang sinugdanan sa daghan
kaayo’ng damgo (I’m truly happy to be back in Cagayan de Oro to give young
players opportunities. This is where many dreams begin),” said Lastimosa.
| TNT Tropang 5G players join the Jolas Cup opening in Cagayan de Oro, showing support for young athletes and championing opportunities for the next generation of hoopers. |
To help kickstart the young athletes with their dreams, PLDT
Home Fiber shall award all champion teams with a Fiber Plan 1699 for one year.
“We want to ensure they will experience meaningful
connections even off the court,” Lastimosa said.
Local fans share a lighthearted moment with PBA legend Jojo Lastimosa during the PLDT Home Fiber Fastbreak event.
Beyond the games, PLDT Home brought the tournament
experience closer to the community through branded activations, including
interactive booths and connectivity zones that allowed fans and families to
engage with the event in real time. These initiatives highlighted how reliable
internet access plays an increasingly
important role in sports development – whether it’s accessing training content,
sharing game highlights, or staying connected to wider opportunities.
For Lastimosa, that connection is essential to building the
future of Philippine basketball.
“Importante kaayo nga konektado ang kabatan-onan—dili lang
sa internet, kundi sa ilang mga pangandoy ug oportunidad (It’s important for
the youth to stay connected—not just to the internet, but to their dreams and
opportunities),” he said.
Players echoed this sentiment, emphasizing how meaningful it
is to return home and inspire the next generation – now with stronger platforms
and support systems behind them.
TNT Tropang 5G stars Rey Nambatac, Poy Erram, and Glenn
Khobuntin share hands-on tips and mentorship with Cagayan de Oro's promising
young players
By supporting initiatives like the Jolas Cup, PLDT Home
continues to go beyond providing connectivity – actively supporting
communities, enabling dreams, and helping young dreamers stay connected to what
matters most starting from the home.
“By bridging passion and opportunity, the brand plays a
vital role in shaping not just better players, but stronger futures,” said PLDT
Home First Vice President for Acquisition Marketing Patrick S. Tang. “No matter
where you are in the Philippines and whatever passion you pursue, we’re here
for you. Count on our reliable connectivity to give you stronger, more
meaningful connections as you start your dreams right at home.”
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