Ryan Araña
Filipino basketball player, PBA champion
Born
March 23rd, 1984
41 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Philippines
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Born in 1984, a Filipino basketball player had a notable career primarily in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Araña played as a guard and was known for his tenacious defense and leadership on the court. He was selected 10th overall in the 2006 PBA Draft. During his time with teams such as the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters and the GlobalPort Batang Pier, he contributed significantly to his teams' performances. His career included participation in the Southeast Asian Games where he earned medals representing the Philippines.
Won the PBA championship with Rain or Shine in 2012
Represented the Philippines in multiple SEA Games
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