Yukien Andrada will play out his last 12 months with San Beda College with renewed confidence, particularly after being chosen within the first spherical of the PBA Rookie Draft by Magnolia on Sunday.
Andrada was picked sixth general by the powerhouse franchise, marking the primary choice made by new head coach LA Tenorio.
“I used to be really grateful. Grateful ako kay Coach LA na na-pick ako sixth decide ng first spherical,” Andrada mentioned on Sunday.
“I believe what acquired Coach LA to draft me was my pre-draft exercise with them.”
In accordance with Tenorio, Andrada, together with Joshua Yerro, was among the many gamers they believed could be a great match for the Hotshots.
“‘Yun ‘yung mga gamers na talagang tinignan ko earlier than the draft. Sila ‘yung really feel namin na attainable talagang mapunta at makatulong sa amin,” mentioned Tenorio.
Andrada additionally had a great feeling after his exercise with Magnolia, particularly given his sturdy efficiency and the presence of fellow Bedans on the group.
“I believe I’ll be wonderful with Magnolia as a result of I even have Peter Alfaro on the group, and likewise Rome dela Rosa, who can also be a Bedan,” he mentioned.
With NCAA Season 101 nonetheless forward, Andrada mentioned that being drafted has boosted his confidence, particularly as he goals to guide the Crimson Lions to a different championship.
“I nonetheless wish to win a championship with San Beda. That’s the only motive why I got here again to San Beda. And this draft can also be an enormous alternative for me, so I grabbed it. Getting drafted as we speak actually boosted my confidence heading into the season.”
NCAA Season 101 is scheduled to open on October 1.
—JMB, GMA Built-in Information
