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13 Facts About Nic Jorge

1.

Nic Jorge is the founder of the Best Center, a sports training institution which has produced several national team and professional players.

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Nic Jorge studied at the University of the Philippines Diliman where he took a BSE degree in physical education.

3.

Nic Jorge played for the UP Fighting Maroons, with his performance helping him secure a tenure as coach of the collegiate team.

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In 1994, Nic Jorge led the Maroons to a third place finish.

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Nic Jorge has served as a head coach for several Philippine Basketball Association teams.

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Nic Jorge returned to coaching the UP Fighting Maroons succeeding, Eric Altamirano and coached the team from 1997 to 1999.

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Nic Jorge coached the national team which played at the 1978 FIBA World Championship and the 1978 Asian Games.

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8.

Nic Jorge led the Singapore national team at the 1983 Southeast Asian Games.

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Nic Jorge was Secretary General of the Basketball Association of the Philippines in the 1980s, which was the governing body for basketball in the Philippines until its replacement by the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas.

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Nic Jorge played a role in the SBP's grassroots program.

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Nic Jorge is credited with founding the Best Center, a sports training center in 1978.

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Nic Jorge died in his sleep on June 13,2020, in Iloilo City.

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Nic Jorge was married to Marilyn with whom he had three children.