Updates from the Governor

The team is on a week break for the PBA All-stars, actually good timing, as we had three injured players after the last game vs. Ginebra. Paul had back spasms and needed a weeks rest, Eugene suffered a bad sprain on his ankle which is actually just recovering from a previous sprain early this month, Noy Castillo had a strained calf on his left leg. In fact we did not let him join the All-star delegation just to be sure he could be treated and be ready for our next games. Nonoy Simon is almost fully recovered and is almost back in game shape and can easily cover for either Noy or Eugene if needed. The remaining players still had practice yesterday and today. They will be off on Saturday and Sunday. The entire team plunges back into practice by Monday to prepare for the May 5 game vs SMB.

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for the support, the cheers, the time, money and effort you have all put in for the team and this website.

I have gotten approval from the management of the company to avail of the company's early retirement program and will be on terminal leave starting May 01, 2006. My retirement takes effect on May 31, 2006.
I have been with Purefoods for almost 21 years and to quote Alvin in his own retirment last 2004, I would like to think that "I have fought the good fight and I have kept the faith".

I am leaving the management of the team in very good hands, and promise I will still watch their games, but like you as a fan and supporter of the team na lang. At least hinde na ako pwedeng itechnical ng referees kapag nagagalit ako.

I will still drop by in our website to exchange notes with all of you.

To Teya and Opalyn, thank you so much for your selfless attitude in accepting the moderator's role in this website.

Maraming Maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat..sana manatiling buhay at maganda ang samahan dito sa website.

May God bless us all !!!

Rene Pardo

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My first encounter with Governor Rene Pardo of the Purefoods Chunkee Giants, is nothing but unforgettable.

I never imagined that a man in his stature would even bother to make a call to an ordinary fan like me. I was really surprised. He called me up and gave me updates regarding the team. Back then, the PBA was holding it's import-laced transition tournament. Gov. Pardo told me that they were getting the services of James Head and more. He even said, that that's our little secret.

From then on, we became really good friends.

I met him personally almost two years ago when the Chunkees played an out-of-town game here in Cavite. He was a very pleasant man, very accomodating. He was the one who introduced to Captain Alvin and I was so overwhelmed when Capt told me that Governor spoke of me in one of their conversations. It was like a dream come true and the good Governor was the one who made it possible.

The only thing I will treasure most with our friendship is the fact that Gov has given me his full trust and confidence. He made me a moderator of our official message board. It's really an honor and it speaks volume of how he appreciates what I have done as a fan. It's my motivation to keep doing what I do.

Words are not enough to describe the kind of person Mr. Pardo is. For me, he's our Supergov! He's hardworking, generous and father-like. The success of the team wouldn't be possible if not for the sacrifices and the effort of this man. He may have decided to "hang his sneakers" but for me, he'll always be "THE Governor" of the Chunkee Giants!

Bravo Gov for the work well done!

We love you and thanks Gov in behalf of the Chunkee Giants Barkada!

Pal