Andrew "Andy" H. Jao Jr. (born September 23, 1953) is a Filipino basketball executive and color commentator.[1][2]
Andy Jao | |
|---|---|
| Commissioner of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Basketball | |
| In office 2016–2017 | |
| Preceded by | Bai Cristobal |
| Succeeded by | Bai Cristobal |
| Commissioner of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines Basketball | |
| In office 2014–2015 | |
| Preceded by | Chito Loyzaga |
| Succeeded by | Rebo Saguisag |
| In office 2011–2012 | |
| Preceded by | Ato Badolato |
| Succeeded by | Ato Badolato |
| 8th Commissioner of the Philippine Basketball League | |
| In office 1989–1991 | |
| Preceded by | Moying Martelino |
| Succeeded by | Ogie Narvasa |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Andrew H. Jao, Jr. September 28, 1953 Philippines |
| Alma mater | De La Salle University |
| Occupation | Sports commentator and executive |
| Basketball career | |
| Career history | |
| As coach: | |
| 1978–1980 | U/Tex Wranglers (assistant) |
| 1981–1982 | San Miguel Beermen (assistant) |
| 2000–2006 | Red Bull Barako (assistant) |
| Career highlights and awards | |
As assistant coach:
As executive:
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Early life
editJao studied at the De La Salle University since elementary until college. He was a college buddy of Tommy Manotoc.[1]
Career
editCoaching and executive
editJao started in 1978 in Solidmills (a team in MICAA) as its assistant manager. He also worked as assistant coach under Manotoc in U/Tex Wranglers and San Miguel Beermen. In the two-year existence of Manila Beer Brewmasters, he served as their manager and team scout. He also served as a consultant and assistant coach in Barako Bull Energizers from the start of the team until 2009, and the manager from 2009 until team disbandment.[3] He also served as team consultant for Rain or Shine Elasto Painters (also the alternate governor and general manager until 2013),[4] TNT Tropang Giga (with Norman Black as head coach), Meralco Bolts, Philippine national team, Ateneo and San Beda.[5][6]
League commissioner
editIn mid 80s, Jao served as PBA's league Treasurer. He served as the PBL commissioner from 1989 to 1990.[4] He served twice as UAAP Basketball Commissioner in 2011 and in 2014.[4][7] He served as NCAA commissioner in 2016.[5][8][9]
Panel
editHe started as a color commentator on PBA on Vintage Sports in 1982 until 1999. Then, he returned in 2009 in PBA coverages.[5]
He was nicknamed "Dr. J" by Joe Cantada.[5]
Awards
editJao was inducted in the DLSAA Sports Hall of Fame in 2009.[1][5]
References
edit- ^ a b c "Jao, Andrew "Dr. J." H. | De La Salle Alumni Association". www.dlsaa.com. 2015-09-21. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ "Feeling never gets old as veteran sportscasters return to courtside". Spin.ph. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ Joble, Rey (2011-03-20). "Barako 3rd PBA franchise to fold up in last 6 years". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ a b c JVillar, Ni. "Andy Jao tatayong Commissioner ng 2011 UAAP season". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ a b c d e "Happy Birthday, Andrew "Andy" Jao!". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ Celis, Beth (2013-04-27). "Andy Jao now with Black". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 2024-07-20.
- ^ Bracher, Jane (2014-05-30). "Andy Jao appointed UAAP Season 77 Commissioner". RAPPLER. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ Ganglani, Naveen (2016-05-04). "Andy Jao appointed NCAA Commissioner for Season 92". RAPPLER. Retrieved 2024-02-07.
- ^ INQUIRER.net (2016-05-04). "Andy Jao named commissioner for NCAA Season 92". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2024-02-07.