Jonnel Policarpio is a 6'5 small forward from Macabebe, Pampanga. Before committing to the De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers on July 3, 2020, he played for the Mapua Red Robins in the NCAA High School basketball tournament for two (2) seasons. His high school career with the Red Robins was highlighted by his Rookie of the Year award and a championship in Season 94
Prior to his UAAP debut, Jonnel Policarpio also made several appearances in other youth leagues such as the Pilipinas Super League (PSL) where he played for the Pasig Pirates-Cocolife team. He also played for Luid Kapampangan in National Basketball League (NBL) Pilipinas.
He finally made his debut for the DLSU Green Archers on Season 86. In his freshman year with the Green Archers, he averaged 6.69 points, 4.63 rebounds, and 2.19 assists per game to help the Green Archers bring home the championship trophy. Apart from the 5x5 championship, he also led DLSU to the UAAP 3x3 crown.
It was, however, the lone season that Jonnel Policarpio will spend for the Green and White. He recently applied for the 2024 PBA Rookie Draft which makes him ineligible for the upcoming UAAP seasons.
His decision was surprising for the DLSU community, especially since he announced during the championship party that he will exhaust his collegiate eligibility. Nonetheless, he explained that his decision to go pro was driven by necessity as he needs to support his wife and kid.
Basketball Player profile
Name: Jonnel Policarpio
Height: 6'5"
Playing position: Small forward | Power forward
College: De La Salle University
Hometown: Pampanga
Career history:
- DLSU Green Archers
- San Juan-MAPUA (CBA-Pilipinas)
- SLAM Rising Stars
- Pasig Pirates-Cocolife (PSL)
- Luid Kapampangan (NBL-Pilipinas)
- Mapua Red Robins
Achievements
- UAAP Season 86 Men's Basketball Champion
- NCAA Juniors Basketball Season 95 DPOY
- NCAA Juniors Basketball Season 95 Mythical Five
- NCAA Juniors Basketball Season 94 ROY