PBA Commissioner Cracks Down on Court Misconduct: Fines and Suspensions Issued
Source: news.source.sunstar
Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner Willie Marcial has taken decisive action against misconduct on the court, issuing fines and suspensions to players and officials involved in a recent incident. The crackdown follows a series of lapses, including a serious physical altercation between Meralco's Cliff Hodge and Magnolia's Zavier Lucero, which resulted in Hodge receiving a fine and a one-game suspension. Marcial's actions are aimed at curbing 'hardcourt hooliganism' and reinforcing the league's commitment to clean play.
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PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial issued fines and suspensions to players and officials following misconduct on the court.
Cliff Hodge of Meralco was fined P100,000 and suspended for one game for his aggressive behavior towards Zavier Lucero of Magnolia.
Referees and PBA officials, including Deputy Commissioner Eric Castro and Technical Head Bong Pascual, were also penalized for lapses in technical procedure.
Marcial's actions are part of a broader effort to eliminate 'hardcourt hooliganism' and maintain the integrity of the game.
The incident has sparked discussions on the need for stricter enforcement of rules to ensure player safety and sportsmanship.
