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Abueva passes GAB seminar for pro license reinstatement

Beatrice Go

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Abueva passes GAB seminar for pro license reinstatement
Phoenix's Calvin Abueva completes GAB's Professional Athlete's Code of Conduct and Ethics seminar

Calvin Abueva was given a green light from the Games and Amusements Board (GAB) to have his professional license reinstated after successfully completing a three-day seminar on Wednesday, October 14.

“The Professional Athlete’s Code of Conduct and Ethics seminar has been completed by Calvin Abueva as part of his pre-requisites for the reinstatement of his Games and Amusements Board professional basketball license,” read the post-seminar report provided by GAB.

“Based on compliance to the documentary requirements and results of the post-seminar evaluation, reinstatement of his professional license is, therefore, recommended subject to the conditions and approval of the Board.”

According to the report, Abueva did not show any aggressive behavior and “was cooperative and appeared to display an ability to concentrate and give his best effort to the tasks presented.”

The embattled Phoenix star also complied with all his seminar requirements.

Phoenix head coach Topex Robinson, team manager Paolo Bugia and Abueva’s former coach Allan Trinidad affirmed that Abueva is being supported on his road towards reformation and recovery.

Bugia also reassured GAB that Phoenix will provide him with psychological support whenever he needs it.

Aside from the seminar, Abueva needed to undergo a mandatory drug test as part of the medical requirements.

The PBA gave a thumbs up for “the Beast” to be included in Phoenix’s lineup in the bubble conference, but the league will only lift his suspension after he gets clearance from the GAB.

The PBA slapped the 32-year-old star with an indefinite ban during the 2019 PBA Commissioner’s Cup following separate incidents involving Ray Parks’ girlfriend Maika Rivera and former Talk ‘N Text import Terrence Jones.

Recently, Abueva was allowed by the PBA to participate in Phoenix’s practice inside the bubble in Clark, Pampanga. – Rappler.com

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Beatrice Go

More commonly known as Bee, Beatrice Go is a multimedia sports reporter for Rappler, who covers Philippine sports governance, national teams, football, and the UAAP. Stay tuned for her news and features on Philippine sports and videos like the Rappler Athlete’s Corner and Rappler Sports Timeout.