Shawn Umali readies for draft, one-and-done stint with CSB

School of St. Benilde’s Shawn Umali on the PBA Draft mix.–PBA IMAGES

MANILA, Philippines—School of St. Benilde huge man Shawn Umali has all of the inexperienced gentle on this planet to enter the 2025 PBA Draft regardless of nonetheless having a yr of eligibility with the Blazers.

Throughout Day 2 of this yr’s Draft Mix, Umali confirmed his abilities and had a chat with a number of coaches in attendance.

It’s at all times been a observe for graduating NCAA college students with yet another enjoying left to declare for the draft.

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The distinction with Umali is, he has issues favored for him, from the teaching employees to his fellow Blazers.

“They’ve (coaches) been asking how I’m and asking if I’ll end my faculty in fact, I’ll, as a result of I nonetheless have a dedication with Benilde,” Umali informed the Inquirer.

“Coach Charles (Tiu) helps me all the way in which and I’m even with our captain ball, (Gab) Cometa and Jake Gaspay.”

Previously from Lyceum, Umali jumped ship to Taft and joined the School of St. Benilde squad two years in the past.

After sitting out one residency yr, Umali is able to tackle his one-and-done stint with the title-seeking Blazers.

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Together with his assist system becoming a member of the PBA Draft themselves, the sturdy huge man has no drawback making ready for his closing collegiate season.

“Even when we’re absent from video games or coaching, they push us to go right here so once we end our time with Benilde, we could have this chance.”

Earlier than he will get to rep the inexperienced and white subsequent month, although, Umali is longing for his identify to be referred to as on Sunday.

“I’ll simply be bringing my competitiveness with no matter group that drafts me, particularly within the bodily facet.”

The PBA Draft is slated Sunday at Mall of Asia Music Corridor.