The writer with the Sacramento Kings Dance Team(Photo By Roy Afable 07/12/08)
Yeah, I know I should've posted my stuff on this topic like a couple of weeks ago but I didn't. I sort crammed a little bit (ok, maybe I did cram too much). Been playing some video games, surfing the net, sleeping at home, heck I was merely bumming around and I've forgotten about blogging already. Anyways, I went to the final leg of the 2008 NBA Madness last July 12 at Glorietta but I first went to the meet and greet session of Malik Rose and the Sacramento Kings Dance Team at the Alabang Town Center on the same day, before heading to Glorietta later in the afternoon. I had a blast of course.
Considering that the NBA Hype didn't fade even after recent Manila visitor Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas aka Agent Zero had his Asia Tour courtesy of Adidas (they are also the official outfitter of the NBA). So it's no surprise pinoy fans are still thrilled to see another NBA player (even though he's not the superstar caliber), New York Knicks forward Malik Rose pay Manila a visit. It was also my first time to see upclose a real NBA Mascot. I'm talking about Charlotte Bobcats mascot Rufus the Lynx. It would've been nice if he made some sort of performance in the event. He just made an appearance and posed some pictures for the fans. I got my picture taken with Rufus the Lynx as well.
The Sacramento Kings Dance Team were very nice bunch as well. When I was at the their meet and greet session, they were nice enough to pose for pics with the fans. I was obviously one of the priviledged few to have that rare opportunity. I even got autographed photos of the members (I only got 5 out of the 6 members' signed pics). It was also great to get upclose with Malik Rose. I got an NBA postcard signed by Malik Rose. Another NBA autographed memorabilia added to my collection. It was still dope getting his autograph even though he's not as big as Gilbert Arenas. Of course it was way more dope getting my NBA jersey signed by Agent Zero but it's still all good y'know.
Speaking of Agent Zero, it was nice of him to mention how much he loved Manila/Philippines. It would be hella cool if he comes back next year, bring some fresh NBA talent and have an exhibition here in the country. I wouldn't miss that for sure. You can check out his post about his recent visit here in the country through this link I know I could've given him that artwork of him I did when I had the chance but that's ok. If he does come back here next year, I'll make an even better artwork of him than the one I previously did. And next time, I won't forget to bring the artwork again. Mad props to him again for giving positive feedback to my beloved country. I just couldn't take my eyes off my autographed jersey by Gil. I need to have it framed. I just don't have enough cash at the moment to preserve it.
Right now, I'm really stoked on interviewing one of the most respected sports analysts in the country, "The Dean" Mr. Quinito Henson tomorrow. You know what, I never expected this. I've met and spoke to him in some rare occasions but interviewing him was beyond my imagination. When I called up my Editor-in-Chief (he actually asked me to call him) last Friday, I was expecting an assignment on another PBA player (I interviewed Barangay Ginebra Gin Kings guard Ronald Tubid for my first write-up) to interview and write about for the upcoming PBA lifestyle magazine called "Offcourt" (I hope the name is already finalized as I type this). Or so I thought. He asked me if I was free on Wednesday. Of course, I told him I was free for that day (heck, I'm always free these days) and then he told me that "The Dean" was going to be my next assignment. Somewhere in my head I was screaming "Holy Shit! Are you kidding me?!!" while talking to my editor on phone. I was surprised when he brought up Quinito Henson's name for my next assignment but at the same time, I was happy. I mean, I never thought I'd actually be interviewing someone whom I've Idolized for a long time (well, I've also idolized the likes of Michael Jordan and Jim Lee, to name a few). Who'da thunk it?!! Man, this is just dope.
After the call, the only word that came out my mouth was "wow." Interviewing Mr. Henson could be somewhat the highlight of my young sports writing career. Now I'm getting the jitters already. I couldn't get over the goosebumps all over my being. I'm excited and at the same time nervous. I mentioned in my post here in my blog a month ago about wanting to meet Mr. Quinito Henson again someday, but I never thought it would be that soon already. I still have no idea what kind of questions I should ask him for the interview until now. I'll just ask my editor on that one before the interview. Oh well, I just hope I do well tomorrow. On that note, I'ma get some shut eyes already. I wanna be fresh for tomorrow and I don't wanna be late for my appointment with "The Dean" Mr. Quinito Henson. I'll catch you guys later. I'm out like Josh Childress going to Greece to play for the Olympiakos.
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