Birthday Greeting to Sir Nilo Cruz ( Nov 25 )

Nilo Cruz, the powerful forward of Galleon Shippers, recently renewed contract with the team which practically made him in the PBA. The 6-2 former PSBA standout who played MICAA basketball with Manilabank, Yco and ITM inked a three-year contract with Galleon, along with PSBA buddy Romulo Palijo who also got his contract renewed. Cruz, who hails from Pulilan, Bulacan,

In his third pro year, this former national team player has proven his worth with the Builders. A shifty forward who can deliver from inside and outside the lane, he is a conscientious cager both in offense and defense. Hauling down a total of 107 rebounds, he played a key role in the defensive schemes of Coach Jorge. In offense, he completed 35 assists and stole the ball 14 times. He also tallied 169 points in 28 games for an average of 6.03.