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MANILA, Philippines — Bong Ravena, Mozzy Ravena and Kiefer Ravena are the first names that usually go over someone’s mind when the popular surname pops out in a … Spin fans unite at the Spin Viber Community! He was tested positive for methylhexanamine, 1,3-Dimethylbutylamine and higenamine, substances prohibited by WADA. But he was also a part of many champion teams of the national squad, whom he represented in the Southeast Asian Games while also helping the NLEX Road Warriors, then playing in the D-League, to a dynasty in the amateur commercial league. He was also part of the 2010 Philippines men's national under-19 basketball squad that was sent to the 2010 FIBA Asia Under-18 Championship where they managed to finish in 5th place. [65], On November 10, 2016, Texas Legends of the NBA D-League has announced that they have signed Ravena as a "developmental player", which meant he would only be used for practice sessions and was not part of the official roster. Big brother Kiefer hopped into the air as he saw his little brother finish the play and celebrated the acrobatic finish with some small tippy-toe jumps. Ravena was part of the 2009 Philippines men's national under-17 basketball squad that was sent to the 2009 FIBA Asia Under-16 Championship wherein they finished 4th place. At the 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019 Southeast Asian Games, he won gold medals as a member of Gilas Pilipinas. [109] In November 2019, he was again named to the national team that will represent the Philippines to the 2019 SEA Games, wherein he won his fifth straight gold medal. Kiefer Ravena was born on October 27, 1993 in Iloilo. On the other hand, Alyssa saw Kiefer in a different light because he is the acting frontliner in the Ravena residence. [53], On March 1, 2016, Ravena announced that he will be suiting up for Mighty Sports Cavaliers for a chance to hone his skills and at the same time prepare for the 2016 PBA draft. The Ravena connection was complete. Ateneo Lady Eagles' crack libero hit back at hateful comments attacking her older brother Kiefer Ravena on the social media post of SLAM Philippines. But while they share a close bond that is made closer by basketball, Kiefer admits that playing together again with his younger brother will still need some getting used to. Guiao knows that Ravena would have made a huge difference for both of his squads in the past year that he was gone, but he refused to dwell on something that's beyond their control. Find out more here. Ateneo had just won their fourth straight men’s basketball title. GILAS PILIPINAS vs TEAM KOREA. INQUIRER PHOTO/TRISTAN TAMAYO MANILA, Philippines—It took nearly half a decade before brothers Kiefer and Thirdy Ravena became teammates once again. [52] Also Ravena is only the third Atenean and 10th player in UAAP history after Allan Caidic, Jun Reyes, Jun Limpot, Dennis Espino, Mark Telan, Don Allado, Rich Alvarez, Arwind Santos and Bobby Ray Parks, Jr. to win back-to-back MVP awards. Urine samples were taken after the Philippines vs Japan game at Manila during the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualification. Ravena played for the Ateneo Blue Eagles for his whole collegiate career. Ravena played for the Ateneo Blue Eagles in the UAAP during his college days. Prior to the suspension, Ravena is scheduled to play in the Visayas leg of the PBA All-Star in Iloilo City. There were speculations circulating that Ravena have tested positive on performance-enhancing drug. His younger brother Thirdy Ravena is also a varsity basketball player currently playing for the San-en NeoPhoenix in the Japanese B.League and his younger sister Dani is currently a volleyball player playing for the Ateneo Lady Eagles. Back in the Quest Hotel, Kiefer Ravena was also locked into the match in full support of his brother. He ran out of supplies shortly before a training camp in Australia and took Blackstone Labs DUST, a supplement which is mixed with water and is supposedly similar to C4. [49] His 11 assists in their second-round game against the Adamson Falcons in season 78 is the second most assist done by an individual player in the UAAP since 2003, only behind by the 12 assists made by Terrence Romeo against the UE Red Warriors in 2013, tied along with UE's Philip Manalang against the FEU Tamaraws and UP's Juan Gomez de Liaño against UE in 2018 [50] Ravena recorded his season high and second career best of 32 points (21 points in the 1st quarter and 26 points in the first half alone) to go along with 3 rebounds and 2 assists on their second round win against the NU Bulldogs in season 78. Kiefer Isaac Crisologo Ravena (/ˈkiːfər/; born October 27, 1993) is a Filipino basketball player for the NLEX Road Warriors of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Thirdy Ravena is the younger brother of Kiefer. Thirdy Ravena and Kai Sotto: "He's my guy". Join the growing community now and complete the experience by subscribing to the Spin Chatbot. [41] On August 10, 2014, he recorded his new career high of 38 points on their come-from-behind overtime win against UE[42] before that his career high was 29 points on their second win of Season 77 against their bitter rival La Salle. [85][86][87], He once again played for the Sinag Pilipinas team that was sent to the 2013 SEA Games that was held in Myanmar from December 11–22 but the basketball event started earlier from December 8–16,[88] the team managed to swept the competition and was automatically declared champions of the tournament. "I was so proud to see him there. [80] NLEX expressed support for Ravena stating that he has passed multiple drug tests by the PBA, as well as by the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas and the Games and Amusements Board believing that he took the pre-workout aid which led to the ban without being aware it contained a substance prohibited by FIBA. [104], In November 2017, Ravena was named as part of the Gilas Pilipinas line-up that will compete at the 2019 FIBA World Cup qualifiers against Japan[105][106] and Chinese Taipei. The photo looked like a snapshot from a team gym training, with the PBA bubble set to begin in less than a week. However, Ravena was quickly pulled out by the SBP and head back to Manila. That said, Thirdy hasn’t been able to avoid the comparisons between him and his brother Kiefer. 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His younger brother Thirdy Ravena is also a varsity basketball player currently playing for the San-en NeoPhoenix in the Japanese B.Leagueand his younger s… [25] In 2014, Ravena led Ateneo to their 3rd basketball championship in Unigames. Somewhere not too far away, watching him bask in it all, was his younger brother Thirdy. "Kai is my guy definitely. [99][100] With these, Ravena became the first Filipino basketball player to win a record fourth straight SEA Games gold medal in basketball. The son of former PBA player Ferdinand "Bong" Ravena, Ravena enjoyed a successful high school basketball career at the Ateneo de Manila High School in Loyola Heights, Quezon City where he was recognized as one of the top high school basketball players in the Philippines. Now, the older Ravena and Go will play side-by-side in the international scene as Gilas Pilipinas competes with South Korea, Indonesia, and Thailand in Group A. [10] He led the Blue Eaglets to 3 consecutive championships during his last 3 years with the team, against the FEU Baby Tamaraws during season 71,[11] the DLSZ Junior Archers in season 72,[12] and the UST Tiger Cubs during season 73. [90][91] That same squad also competed for the Philippines at the 2015 Southeast Asian Games which was held also in Singapore last June 5–16, 2015,[92][93] wherein they managed to win the gold medal against Indonesia. He is the eldest of three siblings. [71], On October 9, 2017, he announced via Twitter his intention to join the 2017 PBA draft[72] and on October 29, he was drafted 2nd overall by the NLEX Road Warriors. By continued use, you agree to our privacy policy and accept our use of such cookies. [46] During UAAP Season 77, he also set a new record of most free throws taken by single player in a single game with 25 on their game against UE, he made 19 free throws out of that 25, the previous record was 19 set by another Blue Eagle Chris Tiu in 2008, where he only missed two freethrows. They were coached by Coach Eric Altamirano, head coach of the NU Bulldogs. [8][9], Ravena attended the Ateneo de Manila High School and was included on the Ateneo Blue Eaglets team in the UAAP juniors division. Kiefer Ravena said among the frustrations during his suspension was that he was healthy and ready to play. Little sis Dani definitely did not let this slide. [62] During their Game 2 match-up, against the Linoleum Giants, Ravena who was named the Most Valuable Player,[63] led the Cavaliers with 18 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals in a losing effort. [89], Ravena was named as the team captain of the Gilas Cadets in 2015 that will compete together with Bobby Ray Parks, Jr., Kevin Ferrer and Marcus Douthit among others at the 2015 SEABA Championship in Singapore. UAAP Season 77 (2014) Ravena's rookie season was in 2014 alongside his brother Kiefer Ravena. [43] The 38 points that he made became the then-second highest points made by a single player in the Final Four era next to the 43 points made by the former NU Bulldog Jeff Napa back in 2002,[44] currently it is the fourth highest scoring output by a single player when Napa's record was surpassed by the 49 points made by UE's Alvin Pasaol[45] and DLSU's Ben Mbala scored 39 points both in 2017. [107] In February 2018, he was again included to compete against Australia[108] and on their second meeting against Japan. He is the one going out doing all the errands, groceries and this is the first time Alyssa saw Kiefer prepare and take care of everyone in the house. Kiefer Ravena is still young and has time to come back from the suspension. [97][98] The same team was also sent in the 2017 Southeast Asian Games where they successfully defended their title. He is the eldest of three siblings. The post in question showed the NLEX Road Warriors guard, who has noticeably improved his physique, standing alongside teammate Asi Taulava. She then proceeded to post a thread of screenshots. Kiefer Ravena to little brother Thirdy Ravena. "Kiefer is a game-changer," said Guiao. His co-stars will include PBA Superstars Willie Miller, Gary David and Beau Belga together with Eula Caballero, Sophie Albert, Valeen Montenegro, Tuesday Vargas, Yoyong Martirez, Long Mejia, Randy Santiago and Ogie Alcasid. 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