Marlou Aquino

Filipino basketball player, PBA star

Marlou Aquino - Filipino basketball player, PBA star
Born

October 7th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Philippines

Links & References

A prominent basketball player from the Philippines, played as a center. Had a significant career in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Contributed to teams such as the San Miguel Beermen and theBarangay Ginebra Kings. Earned recognition for versatile playing style and contributions to the sport in the country.

Played for the San Miguel Beermen

Played for the Barangay Ginebra Kings

Won multiple PBA championships

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