How old was Marc Pingris when he was born?
Early life and college career. Marc Pingris was born on October 16, 1981 to Jean Marc Pingris, Sr., and Erlinda Prado, a former saleswoman at SM Cubao. When Pingris was three years old, his father left for work in Morocco and separated from the family.
Is Pingris Pingris still playing basketball?
He announced his retirement from competitive basketball in May 2021, after 16 years of playing in the PBA. Pingris is married to actress Danica Sotto, daughter of Vic Sotto and Dina Bonnevie.
How did Pingris get his inspiration from Michael Jordan?
When Pingris was three years old, his father left for work in Morocco and separated from the family. Pingris idolized Michael Jordan. After his classes, he would study his lessons and do his homework then go to their barangay court to practice his “Jordan-like” skills in basketball.
What is Pingris Sakuragi nickname in PBA?
In the Llamados’ second game during the 2012 PBA Commissioner’s Cup, Pingris grabbed five rebounds, making him the 42nd member of the league’s 1,000 Offensive Rebound Club. For all his hardwork and contributions in B-Meg’s 2012 PBA Commissioner’s Cup championship run, Pingris was aptly nicknamed “Pinoy Sakuragi “.
What happened to Pingris Marc’s Father Jeanjean Marc?
Jean Marc, Sr. left the country when Marc was just three years old for work in Morocco. They eventually lost touch for some reason. Pingris got reunited with his father again in 2007 through the efforts of his wife Danica. Since then, they get to spend time together annually except for last year as the FIBA Asia Men’s Championship got in the way.
How old is Jeanjean Pingris?
Jean Marc Pingris Jr. (born October 16, 1981) is a Filipino professional basketball player for the Magnolia Hotshots of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA).
What happened to Pingris Pingris?
Pingris was to play for the Magnolia Hotshots in the PBA bubble during the 2020 season which was set up in late 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but was unable to play for the team due to an injury. Pingris contract with the team expired on December 31, 2020, becoming a restricted free agent.
What happened to Pingris Pingris PBA?
On October 14, 2016, Pingris was recognized during the PBA Leo Awards Night as he was named to the PBA All-Defensive Team. Pingris was to play for the Magnolia Hotshots in the PBA bubble during the 2020 season which was set up in late 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but was unable to play for the team due to an injury.
What did Pingris do when he has no classes?
Pingris idolized Michael Jordan. After his classes, he would study his lessons and do his homework then go to their barangay court to practice his “Jordan-like” skills in basketball. When he has no classes he would call up his friends and play basketball in other barangays.