The Manila Stars is now backed by Strong Group Athletics (SGA), the same group that tapped Dwight Howard to represent the Philippines in a pocket tournament in Dubai. With a formidable backer, the Manila Stars wasted no time in signing up talents who can bring the Manila franchise to relevance.
Notably, the Manila Stars signed ex-PBA players Carl Bryan Cruz and Rabeh Al-Husaini who were left out by their teams in the PBA. They will have a new lease on their career as they will lead a mix of young and experience players.
Backstopping Carl Bryan Cruz and Rabeh Al-Husaini are young guns DJ Mitchell, Renzo Navarro, James Tempra, Shawn Umali, Francis Escandor, Dash Cuya, Paul Manalang, Didat Hanapi, Ira Bataller and Jio Gonzaga. The team also availed the services of veterans Jan Jamon and Paolo Javelona. You can check out the lineup of other teams in the following link 2024 MPBL Season Teams and Lineup.
MANILA STARS
MPBL 2024 REGULAR SEASON LINEUP
Pos | Player | Height |
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F | Carl Bryan Cruz | 6'4 |
C | Rabeh Al-Hussaini | 6'7 |
G | Renzo Navarro | 5'9 |
F | James Tempra | 6'4 |
C | Shawn Umali | 6'3 |
G | Dash Cuya | 5'10 |
F | Jio Gonzaga | 6'4 |
F | Francis Escandor | 6'3 |
G | Raphael Flores | 5'11 |
G | Paul Manalang | 5'10 |
G | Paolo Javelona | 6'0 |
F | Ira Bataller | 6'4 |
G | Didat Hanapi | 6'2 |
F | Jan Jamon | 6'3 |
C | Greg Slaughter* | 7'0 |
C | James Sena* | 6'5 |
F | Jorey Napoles* | 6'5 |
G | Mike Tolomia* | 6'1 |
G | DJ Mitchell | 6'0 |
Head Coach: Gabby Severino
The Manila Stars revamped not only its players, but also its coaching staff. Gabby Severino is now the head coach of the Stars for the 2024 MPBL Season. He will be assisted by coach Ricky Dandan who previously coached the Bataan Risers.
To prepare for a possible push deep into the playoffs, the Manila Stars listed notable names in its reserves list. This includes 7'0 Greg Slaughter whose contract in the B.League is about to expire. Also on the reserves list are Jorey Napoles, Mike Tolomia and James Sena.
MANILA STARS HISTORICAL LINEUP
MANILA STARS LINEUP 2023 MPBL Regular Season |
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Mark Anthony Acosta Marcy Arellano Jonathan Ballon Regie Boy Basibas Clark Bautista Andrian Celada Carlo Miguel Dava Guilmer Dela Torre Rey Christian Domingo Marlon Espiritu Gio Espuelas Kent Lao Charles Lazarte Julius Manalo Jason Vincent Mancao Kyle Neypes Archie Salo Dan Sara Lars Sunga Sancho Vitug Mark Yu Coach: Tylon Dar Juan |
MANILA STARS LINEUP 2022 MPBL Regular Season |
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Joseph Yeo Dan Sara Jens Knuttel Aaron Aban Julius Manalo Milan Vargas Jay Yutuc Ira Bataller Joaquin Mariano Julius San Juan Japs Pinat Kobe Monje John Emel Rowe Louie Lao John Obiedo Roman Cuya Arthur Navasero Ezer Lim Brian Vincent Go Andre Charles Marquez Sonson Atienza Coach: Maximino Dayandante Jr. |