Chot Reyes, nag-react na sa Ateneo tragedy, beach training ng ibang athletes
- Chot Reyes explained the benefits of beach training following the deaths of Ateneo players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili
- The veteran coach said beach workouts have long been used in sports to improve endurance, footwork, and team chemistry
- Reyes clarified that his teams only performed running drills on sand during beach camps, while water training was limited to swimming pools
- His remarks came as discussions continue about training methods after the Aurora tragedy
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PBA coach and former Gilas Pilipinas head coach Chot Reyes shared his insights on beach training following the tragic deaths of Ateneo de Manila University basketball players Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili.
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During his guest appearance on “Fast Talk With Boy Abunda” on Wednesday, Reyes discussed the role of beach training in sports, emphasizing that it has long been recognized as an effective conditioning method across different athletic disciplines.
“Alam mo sa sports, not only in basketball, beach training is very effective resistance training. ’Yung tumatakbo sa buhangin as compared against running on regular surfaces, that really promotes stronger footwork, greater cardiovascular endurance,” Reyes explained.
He added that water-based conditioning is likewise a common training approach.
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“Water training is not new. Maraming tumatakbo sa water.”
Reyes said that in his own coaching experience, his teams conducted water exercises in swimming pools. When they held training camps at the beach, the activities were limited to running on the sand.
According to the veteran mentor, beach workouts provide several physical benefits, particularly by increasing resistance and helping athletes develop stronger footwork, balance, and cardiovascular fitness.
Beyond the physical aspect, Reyes also highlighted the importance of changing the training environment to keep players motivated throughout a long season.
“It breaks the monotony. And I’m sure you know monotony is one of the biggest killers of motivation, right? So you want to vary your program, vary your methodologies,” he said.
He explained that successful teams do not spend all of their time inside a basketball court and instead participate in different activities that help strengthen relationships among teammates.
“Marami kaming ibang ginagawa na hindi lang within the basketball court. Because in the process you build the camaraderie, the team building, you build synergy. You create shared memories, that’s how teams are built.”
Reyes’ comments came amid continuing discussions surrounding training practices after the deaths of Ateneo players Rene Baterbonia, 19, and Divine Adili, 21, during a team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.
The tragedy has prompted conversations throughout the Philippine basketball community regarding athlete safety, conditioning methods, supervision, and protocols during off-court training activities.
Authorities, Ateneo de Manila University, and other concerned organizations continue to conduct investigations into the incident while various sectors await the results of ongoing inquiries.
The deaths of Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili have left a deep impact on the Philippine basketball community, with tributes pouring in from athletes, coaches, alumni, students, and supporters both here and abroad. Alongside the widespread mourning, many sectors have called for a comprehensive investigation to determine exactly what happened and identify measures that could help prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Earlier, former Ateneo Blue Eagles player and television host Chris Tiu expressed his support for Ateneo athletes following the tragic deaths of Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili. Tiu encouraged unity and offered prayers for the grieving families, teammates, coaches, and the entire Ateneo community as they continue to cope with the heartbreaking loss.
Previously, Rene Baterbonia Sr. spent his first Father’s Day mourning the loss of his son, basketball standout Bobet Baterbonia. The grieving father spoke about the pain of celebrating the occasion without his child and recalled personally coaching and guiding Bobet throughout his basketball journey from a young age. Despite his family’s immense grief, he encouraged fellow parents to remain actively involved in their children’s lives and aspirations.
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