PBA ref suspended for missing goaltending. Bakit hindi tinechnical si Victolero? Deputy comm talks

PBA Ref Suspended for Missing Goaltending: Why Wasn’t Victolero Given a Technical? Deputy Commissioner Explains

In a high-stakes game between the Magnolia Hotshots and Meralco Bolts, a controversial missed goaltending call created a firestorm in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). Referees are trained to make split-second decisions, but this one led to serious consequences: the PBA has officially suspended the referee responsible for the oversight. While the missed call itself became a focal point, many fans were left wondering about another glaring question—why wasn’t Magnolia head coach Chito Victolero given a technical foul despite his heated protests?

Deputy Commissioner Eric Castro has finally addressed both issues. In an exclusive interview, Castro acknowledged the importance of holding referees accountable for their decisions, hence the suspension. As for Victolero, Castro explained that while the coach’s protests were emotional, they didn’t cross the line into what the PBA considers technical foul territory.

This explanation has sparked further discussions among fans. Some believe that Victolero should have been called for a technical, while others agree with the PBA’s decision to let it slide. The incident raises questions about officiating standards and how they impact the game.

Want to hear the full breakdown? Watch the video below where Deputy Commissioner Eric Castro talks in-depth about the decision-making process behind suspending the ref and why Victolero was spared a technical.

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