LA Tenorio diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer

Barangay Ginebra guard LA Tenorio dribbles against NorthPort swingman Jeff Chan. PBA IMAGES

MANILA, Philippines—Barangay Ginebra star LA Tenorio has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer.

Tenorio had already been ruled out for the remainder of the PBA Governors’ Cup last March 1 initially due to a groin injury.

In a statement released on the PBA website on Tuesday, Tenorio revealed the real reason for his “sudden absence.”

“I would like to issue a statement about my health status by firstly apologizing to my teammates, some coaches, the PBA, the fans, the media and even some friends. As most of you are aware I have been nursing a minor injury since the Finals last January. I used that as the reason for my sudden absence. My sincerest apologies to all,” Tenorio said.

“I was recently diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. The initial testing three weeks ago led me to instantly miss practices and games. I have completed my surgery last week and will soon undergo treatment for the next few months,” the statement read.

“I have given not only 17 full years to the PBA, but have dedicated my whole life to basketball. I have committed my body and health for the love of the game. It has been my passion and love. Sadly, there are things beyond one’s control.”

The 38-year-old Tenorio holds the PBA record for consecutive games played at 744.

His impressive streak that began when he made his PBA debut on October 6, 2006 ended on March 1 in a 112-107 Ginebra win over Meralco.

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