Video of JRU’s John Amores charging into Benilde bench with 3:22 to go in the game NCAASeason98

After the punching incident involving UP’s very young recruit Mark Belmonte who was just 18 years old at that time, the UPMBT Management decided to take action to avoid future incidents from happening.

The unfortunate incident this afternoon where some CSB players were seriously injured could have been avoided if the school administration and the coaching staff of JRU acted swiftly on the matter. We expected JRU to take proactive steps. But since nothing came out of our efforts with the school’s administration, we were morally bound to file a criminal case against JRU player John Amores.

NCAA decided to stop the JRU Heavy Bombers and Benilde Blazers game to avoid escalation of untoward incidents and for the safety of the players, coaches and audience. The final score was 71-51 in favor of the Benilde Blazers.

Heavy Bombers’ John Amores lost his cool and threw punches on the court. Game officials ended the matchup as Amores was escorted out to the dugout. (Photos by Russell Palma/The Philippine STAR)