P49 for Season 49.
In celebration of its 49th year, the PBA decided to lower the ticket cost for the opener of the new season, pegging the amount at upper box and above sections of the Smart Araneta Coliseum at P49 on a first come, first served basis.
"Being the 49th season, sabi ng Board why don't we do something special sa opening day," said Board chairman Ricky Vargas in explaining the rationale behind the lowered ticket price."
"Dapat nga P49.99, pero sabi namin P49 na lang because it's the 49th season. So we're inviting everybody, first come, first served to avail of that pasasalamat ng PBA Board and the PBA community para ma-invite lahat sa season opener," added Vargas.
The holding of the 48th season Leo Awards kicks off the celebration of the new season at 4 p.m., where the MVP, Rookie of the Year, Mythical Teams, All-Defensive Team, Most Improved Player, and the Samboy Lim Sportsmanship award will be announced.
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The formal opening ceremonies follow shortly after, highlighted by the traditional parade of teams together with their respective muses.
The lone opening game of the Governors' Cup is set at 7:30 p.m. pitting Magnolia Hotshots and reigning all-Filipino champions Meralco Bolts.
"On opening day, we normally have a lot of fans who come and attend. But this time, we're going to open it to people who will remember that P49 ticket," added Vargas. (RG)
