In this blog, we will be discussing the current roster & Coaching staff of TNT Tropang Giga, which is a professional basketball franchise playing in various competitions of the Philippines Basketball Association.
Current Squad of TNT Tropang Giga for PBA Season 2023-2024:
Here is the current roster and TNT PBA players that will participate in the 2023-24 season of PBA competitions.
| Pos. | Name | POB | DOB | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F/C | Flores, Lervin | Philippines | 1992–09–26 | 185 lb (84 kg) | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| F/C | Chua, Justin | Philippines | 1989–07–13 | 232 lb (105 kg) | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| F | Cruz, Carl Bryan | Philippines | 1991–08–21 | 200 lb (91 kg) | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| G | Tolomia, Mike | Philippines | 1993–01–06 | 180 lb (82 kg) | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| C | Erram, Poy | Philippines | 1989–07–07 | 227 lb (103 kg) | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| F | Oftana, Calvin | Philippines | 1996–01–03 | 196 lb (89 kg) | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| G/F | Varilla, Paul | U.S.A | 1993–08–10 | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | |
| G | Reyes, Ryan | Philippines | 1983–08–10 | 190 lb (86 kg) | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| G | Tungcab, Jaydee | Philippines | 1997–05–05 | 196 lb (89 kg) | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| F | Khobuntin, Glenn | Philippines | 1991–09–07 | 195 lb (88 kg) | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| G | Heruela, Brian | Philippines | 1989–04–13 | 195 lb (88 kg) | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| G | Montalbo, Kib | Philippines | 1996–04–02 | 155 lb (70 kg) | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| G/F | Pogoy, Roger | Philippines | 1992–06–16 | 180 lb (82 kg) | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| G | Castro, Jayson | Philippines | 1986–06–30 | 185 lb (84 kg) | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| F | Hollis-Jefferson, Rahlir | U.S.A | 1991–06–26 | 215 lb (98 kg) | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| F/C | Williams, Kelly | U.S.A | 1982–02–07 | 215 lb (98 kg) | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| G/F | Ganuelas-Rosser, Matt | Philippines | 1990–06–13 | 186 lb (84 kg) | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| F/C | Ponferada, Jewel | Philippines | 1988–07–08 | 211 lb (96 kg) | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| F | Galinato, Henry | U.S.A | 245 lb (111 kg) | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) | |
| G/F | Aurin, Kim | Philippines | 190 lb (86 kg) | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | |
| G | Exciminiano, Chris | Philippines | 1988–11–17 | 185 lb (84 kg) | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| F | de Leon, Samboy | Philippines | 1992–03–09 | 190 lb (86 kg) | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| G | Vosotros, Almond | Philippines | 1990–01–26 | 165 lb (75 kg) | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| G | Mendoza, Gryann | Philippines | 1990–09–09 | 180 lb (82 kg) | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
Popular TNT PBA Players for 2024 Season:
Here are the brief introductions of the star players belonging to the TNT basketball franchise for all the competitions of PBA in 2023-24.
Kelly Williams:
First name among the top TNT PBA players is, Kelly Williams who is a Filipino-American basketball player who was born on February 7, 1982, in Detroit, Michigan. Williams played college basketball at Oakland University, where he later joined the PBA in 2006 after being drafted first overall by the Sta. Lucia Realtors. His debut season was outstanding and he also won the Rookie of the Year honor. He later played for the TNT Tropang Giga.
Throughout his PBA career, Williams achieved many championships, and MVP awards, and represented the Philippines in international competitions. While he was achieving so much playing for the country and franchise, he went through health issues like thrombocytopenia that impacted his playing time and performance. Therefore, Williams retired from basketball in 2020 but he returned to play for TNT in 2021 and signed a two-year deal.
Carl Bryan Cruz:
Carl Bryan Cruz is a Filipino basketball player who plays as a power forward for the TNT Tropang Giga in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). He was born on August 21, 1991, in Manila, Philippines.
Cruz started his professional career after being chosen in the special draft of the 2016 PBA draft by the Alaska Aces. He has also played for the Blackwater Elite before joining TNT Tropang Giga.
Since his career at TNT, he has emerged as a great player and is usually known for his outstanding statistics and versatility. He has contributed a lot in the success of the team over the years and that is why he has been a part of the PBA All-Star team twice.
Jayson Castro William
Jayson Castro William who is also known as "The Blur," is a Filipino basketball star and a key TNT PBA players who currently plays for TNT Tropang Giga in the PBA 2023-24. He started his journey from Don Honorio Ventura State University and later attended the Philippine Christian University. Castro has won eight PBA championships and multiple MVP titles in his career in the Philippines Basketball Association competitions.
His exceptional speed and playmaking abilities have contributed a lot to his success in the PBA and in international tournaments such as the FIBA Asia Championship.
Ryan Jay Reyes
Ryan Jay Reyes or people often call him "D-Energizer," is a Filipino-American basketball player who plays for TNT Tropang Giga in the PBA. He was drafted third overall by the Sta. Lucia Realtors in 2007. Reyes has a dynamic playing style and has earned awards such as the PBA Rookie of the Year in 2008.
Since joining TNT Tropang Giga in 2010, he has continued to excel and played a key role in 7 PBA championship victories. Reyes is popular because of his energy and passion for this beautiful sport.
Current PBA TNT Tropang Giga Coaching Staff & Management:
The following table lists the technical team including coaches and managers of TNT Tropang Giga for the PBA Championship 2023-24.
| Staff Member | Position |
|---|---|
| Chot Reyes | Head Coach |
| Joshua Vincent Reyes | Assistant Coach |
| Alton Lister | Assistant Coach |
| Sandy Arespacochaga | Assistant Coach |
| Bong Ravena | Assistant Coach |
| Mau Belen | Assistant Coach |
| Ranidel de Ocampo | Assistant Coach |
| Roel Escueta | Assistant Coach |
| Patrick Gregorio | General Manager |
| Magnum Membrere | Team Manager |
| Virgil Villavicencio | Team Manager |
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