Ateneo de Manila University will miss the services of lead point guard Forthsky Padrigao when the Blue Eagles defend their men’s basketball run in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines Season 86.
The 21-year-old cager has been deemed ineligible to play for the upcoming season due to ‘academic probation,’ the school announced on its website on Saturday.
“Forthsky Padrigao was unable to meet Ateneo de Manila University’s academic requirements in SY 2022-2023, and therefore he is not eligible to play in the upcoming UAAP Season 86,” Ateneo’s statement read.
Ateneo students under ‘academic probation’ are barred from joining extra-curricular activities including varsity teams.
“He will use the time off the court to focus on his academics. We hope to see him back on the court once he fulfills his responsibilities as an Ateneo student,” the school added.
Padrigao was named to the UAAP Season 85 Mythical Team after averaging 11.61 points, 4.94 assists, 4.22 rebounds and 2.22 steals per game.
This is not the first time that a Blue Eagle will miss a season due to academic issues.
Thirdy Ravena skipped Season 78 as well as Raffy Verano and Jolo Mendoza back in Season 82 due to academics.
