At 20 years old, he is among the youngest players included in the pool alongside Dave Ildefonso, Kobe Paras, and brothers Juan and Javi Gomez de Liaño. Dave meanwhile is the second Ildefonso to play for Ateneo high school. Dave didn’t need to change his game. His height, length, and overall build are prototypical for a player that will thrive in the seniors level in the UAAP. Unlike his father Danny who built his game with impeccable post moves, Dave operates mostly on the perimeter. Dave is a versatile swingman standing 6-foot-3 who can easily find open teammates or create his shot. Player you compare yourself to (playing style. Three years ago, older brother Shaun suited up for the Eaglets before moving on to the college ranks. If you have any suggestions like challenges and stuff I would really love to see your comments down there. The Ateneo Blue Eaglets have recently been crowned the new champions of the UAAP Juniors Division. Dave Ildefonso, 15, recently saw action for an Ateneo split squad in the Milcu Summer Showcase basketball tournament and now hopes to crack … Meanwhile, star point guard SJ Belangel was equally superb for Ateneo in their title run with his daredevil drives and pin-point passing. Dave's father Danny is, of course, no stranger to Filipino basketball fans. Dave Ildefonso, one of eldest of the group at 19 years old alongside Edu, knows that his experience and maturity are something he can lean on. Dave meanwhile is the second Ildefonso to play for Ateneo high school. Blackwater excited about 'steal of the draft' Andre Paras, PBA Season 46 Rookie Draft summary and analysis: Munzon goes no. The logic was simple. Having lost four-straight games, Gilas now faces a familiar opponent in Iran as the Philippines seeks its first win in the 2019 FIBA World Cup. The website features live and on demand videos, basketball news, over 70,00 players … If you notice, the Blue Eagles haven't recruited anybody from this batch. Dave is set to suit up for Mighty Sports in the 2020 Dubai International Basketball Tournament later this month. Dave can either continue his career as an Atenean or move to NU to be with his dad and older brother, or he can even choose elsewhere. Favorite PBA Team: Alaska Aces. Dave Ildefonso has left National University to return to his home in Katipunan — Ateneo. "In terms of leadership, I can contribute a lot," said Ildefonso, who has already one year's worth of UAAP and PBA D-League experience on his resume. He kept the same high-scoring skills he was known for in the juniors division. Favorite NBA Player: Lebron James. Shaun spent one year with Ateneo before moving on to NU with his father. Currently, he is an assistant coach to the Alaska Aces as well as the NU Bulldogs. Dave Ildefonso is on Facebook. "I still want to follow his footsteps (Danny), but I want to carve my own path," he proudly said. 1, 'He is the man': How Sonny Jaworski influences Ginebra to this day, Ginebra's #NSD: An oral history of the game that spawned it, From Tropang Texters to Tropang Giga: Chot Reyes is back, Ateneo outlasts NU to claim UAAP Juniors crown, Finals MVP Kai Sotto repays team's trust with Game 3 performance, Supplemental Privacy Policy for Singapore. Danny was a two-time MVP and an eight-time champion in his illustrious 18-year PBA career. "I'm so happy!" By the end of March, I'll have a decision where I'm going," Dave humbly shared. Geo Chiu and Dave Ildefonso are two of the more experienced members of the Gilas Youth U19 team and are doing what they can to impart their knowledge to their younger teammates. MANILA, Philippines – Dave Ildefonso will leave National University (NU) after two years of playing with the Bulldogs, ABS-CBN Sports reported. Join Facebook to connect with Dave Ildefonso and others you may know. He is a player who can consistently deliver for his team. Discover Danny Ildefonso Net Worth, Salary, Biography, Height, Dating, Wiki. FIBA organises the most famous and prestigious international basketball competitions including the FIBA Basketball World Cup, the FIBA World Championship for Women and the FIBA 3x3 World Tour. Team: SMDC-NU. PBA legend Danny I. A Mythical Five member this season, Dave showed that he was just as good as any other high school player in the country. 82.3k Followers, 2,009 Following, 148 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Papa Col0gne (@shaunildefonso) Sean Dave Ildefonso, son of the PBA legend Danny, is a Philippines basketball player who has successfully found his special spot in the field of basketball. Ildefonso gushed, offering the championship to his teammates, as well as former Eaglets who helped him throughout his high school career. "Dave is making noise. ): Kobe Bryant. Favorite NBA Team: Los Angeles Lakers. MANILA, Philippines – Dave Ildefonso confirmed through his social media accounts that he is leaving National University (NU) to return to Ateneo de Manila University. Unlike his father Danny who built his game with impeccable post moves, Dave operates mostly on the perimeter. Ildefonso, Sean Dave: 15 – () April 14, 2000 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) Ateneo de Manila: F: 14 Amsali, Rhayyan – 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) National University (Philippines) C: 15 Gozum, Will Allen: 16 – () April 8, 1999 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) UP Integrated School At the end of the day though, Shaun said it will still be Dave’s decision. After helping the Blue Eaglets to the 2017 UAAP juniors title, the youngest son of … For more sports coverage, visit the ABS-CBN Sports website. Position: Shooting Guard. DAVE Ildefonso is not discounting the possibility of joining his father Danny and brother Shaun at National University after playing his final juniors basketball game with Ateneo. Danilo Ildefonso is a retired Filipino professional basketball player. A former Blue Eaglet who helped Ateneo win the juniors title in Season 80, Ildefonso had committed to the Bulldogs for college and was their No. Is there a collegiate player whose game you try to emulate, or has a playing style close to yours?