Happy Birthday, James Yap ( Feb 15 )

James Carlos Agravante Yap Sr. (born February 15, 1982) is a Filipino professional basketball player for the Blackwater Bossing of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Known by his nickname Big Game James, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest players to ever play in the PBA. Beyond sports, Yap is also a politician, serving his first term as a city councilor for San Juan since 2022. Yap went on to play at the collegiate level where he polished his skills. He played for the UE Red Warriors under former national team coach Boysie Zamar. in 2005-2006 season Yap edged out teammate Kerby Raymundo and Red Bull's Enrico Villanueva for the Philippine Basketball Association Most Valuable Player award. in 2009-2010 He won his second MVP. Also a resident of the national team.