NLEX Road Warriors “Arangkada Send-Off” in Pampanga 

MABALACAT, Pampanga — The NLEX Road Warriors met with their Kampangan fans during the team’s “Arangkada Send-Off” for their upcoming PBA Season 50 campaign through a vibrant fan event held at SM City Clark here on Friday, September 26. 

Bringing the Road Warriors closer to their loyal supporters in the north, the “Arangkada Send-Off” offered fans a unique chance to meet the players and get an up-close look at the team’s roster for the season.

 “In my years as a coach in the PBA, this is something completely new. I’m glad to be a part of this. It inspires us for the upcoming season, and we’re ready to show our best on the court,” said Road Warriors head coach Jong Uichico. 

Robert Bolick shared his enthusiasm after the event saying, “Ang saya nung event. Nakaka-inspire talaga sa amin as players na makita kung sino ang mga ipinaglalaban namin. Papatunayan natin sa season na atin talaga ang norte!” 

Sending off the Road Warriors was NLEX President & General Manager Luis S. Renon, who said,  “We are hoping to finally break through to the semifinals this season and hopefully win it all. Our players are motivated, and the support of our fans makes all the difference.” 

The event, hosted by Kapampangan Apple David, also featured the unveiling of Pearl Gonzales as the muse for the PBA’s opening festivities on October 5, 2025, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

Gonzales was honored as a “Promising Young Actress in Philippine Entertainment” during the ASEAN Excellence Achievers Awards 2025.