Pinoy Big Brother Season 2 is over.

Yes, Beatriz Saw was Pinoy Big Brother Season 2 Big winner. After four months of tough challenges, fun, misunderstandings and longing to being with their families again, the four remaining house mates finally moved out of the Pinoy Big Brother House last night.

Wendy Valdez, being the most controversial because of her sharp tongue and temperamental mood, had to face the audience's disgust. She heard loud "boos" as she appears from the back stage.

I dunno where she drew (got) that confidence, actually. Or it could be strong fighting spirit (?). She didn't mind the crowd anymore and went on talking. If it were me, I won't be able to talk anymore and would just run away. But she is not me. She is a very tough person.

Yeah, she had gone through a lot. So does everybody else, I must say. I had gone through a lot too. Maybe our only difference is our way of dealing with things.

(I just found out that she joined Bb. Pilipinas 2005.)

The fight with Gee-Ann and Bea and her whining were really petty. I even think it's her way of getting noticed. If all the rest had shown the best of their attitudes, she did otherwise. With this in mind, "the antagonist will always be remembered" ... like in soaps. Yes, kontrabidas are hated but the more they are hated, the more they are talked about, right?

Well, I can't tell this as a fact. Who knows what's behind her actions and reactions. Or her real motive. Everyone is aiming for the gold. Everyone would dare do anything to get it. I, too, would. I mean, come on! Why, winning is everything!

And come on now. Wendy is intelligent. You can tell with the way she argues. She thinks a lot. It could really be a tactic. For whatever reason, I think if people really find her a despicable person, then they better just stop making her more popular than she already is. The more the name "Wendy" is said, the more we are giving her reasons to succeed.

Who knows? I mean, she can't really be that bad. But, again...just like in telenovelas... everything being exaggerated. Emphasis is the key word. The fault or bad must be highlighted so the good will shine.

I don't know but, I think, PBB has become a non-reality thing. It looks pretty much a scripted "reality" show. Why? Because of how things had turn out. Not that they really gave the house mates scripts. They just instructed them to follow a certain format. Something like that.

Why did I say this? Because the show has to survive. Y'know television stations competition. And in order to do this, they have to keep it from becoming boring. Same things over and over. Doing the tasks, bum around, talk, sleep, cook...basic things. There has to be something else. Let's give it color. Deviate from the routine.

Although, the staff of PBB had to disappoint the majority, Wendy had to stay for until the final night. This is for the rating. Like what I said, the more we hate...the more we love to witness what else is going on.

I am not a fan of PBB, but I found myself hooked following it -- what will transpire and how things will turn out. How Wendy snatched the 3rd place from Gee-Ann? That, we will never know. But, if the majority really hated (hates) Wendy, then why the hell she got 1.2 million votes?!! Such a wonder.

WENDY. The girl's a fighter. The girl didn't care anymore how people would perceive her. All she cared about was to reach her destination. A perfect epitome of a go-getter. We must not forget where she came from. Not that am judging her, ok? But, let's face it. If you have that chance of reaching the top, would you still hold back? NO! That's stupidity.

Wendy was just practical. Whatever her reasons are, I think we all just have to see beyond our disgust. Frankly, I hated her for being such a bully. For being manipulative. Here's my idea about the fight...

She was upset that both girls wanted her out. That caused all the trouble. The friendship she was expecting from the two is her own definition of friendship. Gee-Ann assured her that she loves her and even said she was her idol. But, as far as I can remember, Gee-Ann did not say she will kiss-her-ass. This is competition. Friendship is beyond everything else. So, I couldn't believe Wendy when she was nagging about them voting for her to leave the house.

Wendy felt as if she was stabbed on the back. Truth is, she was not. So happened that the two girls had to choose who to vote out. If, in case, the two girls missed to tell her their real reasons for choosing her to leave...that's already their problem. But, to act immaturely and (sorry for the pun) boorish...it's just so despicable.

...but, yeah, after giving it some thought...it couldn't be just her temperamental side. Being the big winner is a very important factor. Again, tactic...strategy.

She was on the Buzz this afternoon pleading her case. She can accept all what people will throw at her, but she wants us to spare her family. And yes, she's right in saying, it's not her siblings' fault that she's their sister and it's not her mother's fault that she's her mother's daughter. I think the family deserves respect.

Am not sure, though, if the crowd really booed her family. Or her alone. But, I just observed that she has completely transformed from being a wolf to being a sheep when she appeared on the Buzz. Perhaps, she really realized her mistakes. Let's give her the benefit of the doubt.

As for Gee-Ann, I feel her. We're pretty much alike. Like me, Gee-Ann used to be a hermit too. Dependent on other people. Drawing strength from others. Like me, she was also scared to go out of her own world. But because of PBB, she changed. There was a very significant and noticeable improvement in her personality and character. Yehey for her!

...so even if she wasn't the big winner, it's like she is still the winner.

Both Bea and Mickey deserve the prize but, of course, there can only be one big winner so...congratulations to Beatriz Saw.

And congratulations to the 3 others:

Mickey Perz
Wendy Valdez
Gee-Ann Abraham

Oh...you think I am ending this blog now, huh?! Not just yet. I have to mention how Toni Gonzaga lost her wit while interviewing the Slovenian house mate.

She had to end the short interview because they're already running out of time. So, she said...

"We still want to talk to you but the time here is not so much..."

...like huh?! LOL

Sorry Toni Gonzaga fans if you will ever hate me for including this part. hehehe... Well, it only proves that she is, just like us, human! fwahahaha

Too bad I don't have that video.

Note: This is not a Wendy hate blog, ok?!

NCAA is my seasonal hobby

The San Beda Red Lions were again victorious, and this time, over the University of Perpetual Help Dalta Systems - Altas yesterday with 24 point lead, 86-62.



FIRST GAME

First Quarter. I'd say twas a boring game, although both teams showed tight defense. However, the Red Lions were able to outwit the defense play of the Altas which was evident especially during the first quarter. 1-2-1-1 was the Red Lions' defense play. Until the 4 minute mark, the Altas remained scoreless, 12-0.

The Altas made their first 2 points at 3:06 mark. Last minute of the quarter, Tecson and Maggay each made 3-point shots as if twas an insult that the Altas were able to score. A buzzer beater was made by Marcelo with Hermida's assist at the end of the 1st quarter.

Second Quarter. Bauzon and Misa were indeed key losses and this was felt in this game. The Altas were dependent on Kong to at least lower the lead. However, after several attempts, the Altas made no points still. This is due to the Red Lions very tight defense play. At 7:53 mark, the Altas score remained 8.

I have to complain about the clock (which was brought by 83rd NCAA sponsor, Samsung). It's kind of annoying that it constantly disappears esp. that home viewers (like me) were keeping track of time. I hope, if ever I'd have to watch the game on TV again next time, the clock will show permanently to the lower left side of the screen so I won't have to always ask Pokeeh for the remaining time.

...and yeah, the score board too! Goodness! Hello! It's the score that we, viewers, are after so please, please have it posted right away after a team made a score. Duh!

Going back...Kong made three points at 2:45 on the clock, which I thought could've revived the team. Until two turn overs were called for theRed Lions after a time out. Kong, again, made another 3, which brought the Red Lions' lead down to 17.

Third Quarter. Samuel Ekwe was sent out of the game after kicking Lee who was standing in front of him. The former was lying on the floor on his back. This was in response to Lee's very dangerous move, which could've caused Ekwe a very bad injury or even death.

Ekwe was on the air when Lee positioned himself under him. Now, this should've been a technical or a deliberate for Lee. In fact, Lee was supposed to have been sent out of the game, too. In stead, only a foul was called for him.

(I know the committee was just trying to teach the young players to maintain composure, patience and self-control. But, no one has the right to blame him for reacting that way. It was indeed a dirty move by Lee.

Ok, I know I sound like defending Sam. And yes, I am. Not because I am pro - Lions. It was clear. There was a filthy tactic. I hope the NCAA commissioners would still look into it.)

This scene somehow made the rest of the Lions emotional, which caused most of them erratic. Now, the question would be, will Samuel Ekwe be out of the game ONLY for this game or til the next game? Next game will be versus MIT.

Lee was fouled out the same quarter. Of course, I was glad. Justice was done.

Liaz, however, fired up during the quarter's final minute as he released 2-3 point shots, which put the lead down to 15, 65-40.

Although, the Lions' defense weakened a bit, they were still able to end the quarter with a 22 point lead, 67-45.

Fourth Quarter. Ronald Reyes of the UPHD, started the quarter with a 3 point shot. Lead was down to 17 in favor of the Red Lions. They were specifically instructed by coach, Frankie Lim to focus the defense on Kong. Stop him before he even gets a hold of the ball.

At 6:15 mark, Reyes made another 3 points.

The Altas coaching staff forgot to keep track of their players' individual personal fouls, so for the secondth time, another player was fouled out and this time, it was Salanga. A free throw was given to Marcelo.

The lead was back to 20 in favor of the Lions after a jumper by Gamalinda and fast break-lay up by Rogemar Menor. Bad luck must have sticken the Altas in this game. Failed baskets, turn-overs and loss of key players. Kong was also fouled out.

The Altas were motivated to at least bring the lead down as winning was already impossible. However, the Altas had a hard time executing their coach's instruction.

Regomar Menor had a cut on his left eyebrow, which brought him to the bench. He was just ok but the cut needed a stitch. I only can hope that he'd be able to play in the next game.

Losing both Ekwe and Menor might do the Lions bad especially they will be playing against Mapua on July 4 (Wednesday).

The Red Lions wisely used their time when the clock was under 3 mins. Pong Escobal was chosen the Accenture's High Performer of the Game.

Quarter scores: 24-8; 43-24; 67-45; 86-62

SECOND GAME

Letran Knights had beaten the Blazers in the second game, 92-81.

I had a brief cat nap so I missed parts of the first half. I was able to take note Jazul's 3-point play at 3:30 mark, which took the Knights to a 4 point lead over the Blazers.

The Blazers were able to grab the lead (a 10-point lead) during the first half, but not for long. The Knights were resilient enough to take the lead back. Faundo was the leading scorer for The Knights and David for the Blazers.

CSB was able to bounce back when the scores tied at 51-51. But, the Knights won't really give it to the Blazers. Under 4 minutes on the clock in the 3rd quarter, the Knights got the lead again, 4 points.

Montecastro of CSB made a shot that made the scores tie once again, 64-64. Twas, indeed, a very interesting tight game.

CSB's coach, Caloy Garcia did a good job at keeping his players motivated despite the strength demonstrated by the Knights. However, the game is really in favor of Letran. Faundo was the leading scorer during the 3rd quarter with 18 points, which put the Knights ahead by 6 points.

The lead went up (10 points) at the start of the fourth quarter in favor of Letran. Faundo's 3-point play significantly helped with another 3 from Melegrito, which brought the lead to 15.

Quarter scores: 22-22; 44-42; 74-68; 92-81

83rd NCAA Stats

TEAM STANDING

Team Win Loss
CSJL - 2 0
SBC - 2 0
CSB - 1 1
SSC-R - 1 1
JRU - 1 1
UPHD - 0 2
MIT - 0 2


Next games:

July 04 (Wednesday)
at The Arena, San Juan
2PM CSB vs UPHD
4PM MIT vs SBC


Note: Sorry, I can't remember the first names. Hehe