The battle lines are drawn, and the Parañaque Titans aren't just joining Manny Pacquiao's Pro Pickleball Tournament (MPPT); they're declaring war on the competition. With a roster bristling with national talent, international medalists, and hungry young stars, the Titans have unveiled a lineup designed for one thing: domination.
Key Points:
- The Parañaque Titans have revealed their formidable 10-player roster for the inaugural MPPT.
- Led by decorated national stars Leander Paez Lazaro and Sarah Jane Restauro Lim, blending vast experience with fresh talent.
- Backed by a strong ownership group, the Titans are poised to contend for the ₱1 million prize in each leg of Manny Pacquiao's high-stakes professional league.
A Dream Team Unleashed: The Titans' Star Power
The Parañaque Titans have meticulously assembled a squad that merges championship pedigree with raw talent. Headlining this powerhouse are Leander Paez Lazaro and Sarah Jane Restauro Lim, two of the nation’s most revered pickleball athletes.
Lazaro, a national team mainstay and gold medalist at the Pickleball Viet Open, brings unparalleled doubles expertise and leadership. He's the strategic mastermind on the court. Alongside him, Lim, widely celebrated as the Philippines’ premier female pickleball player, leverages nearly two decades of competitive tennis experience and a calm, championship-winning composure.
Their star power extends further with Ruben Antonio Gonzales Jr., a former Davis Cup representative and SEA Games gold medalist, and Jessica Marie Agra, the country’s No. 1 padel player and an international pickleball medalist. The roster also features Nik Alessandro Isagan, part of the Philippine squad that swept Vietnam in the Pickleball Champions League Asia, and Fatima Ayesha Amirul, a joint MVP from the 2025 Shenzhen finals. This isn't just a collection of players; it's a strategic blend of seasoned champions.
The Future is Now: Young Guns Ready to Explode
The Titans aren't just banking on established names; they're nurturing the next wave of pickleball sensations. Christian Josua “CJ” Luna is a trailblazer in the local scene, bringing a relentless drive to the court. Joining him is Matt Daniel Navarro, the youngest player in the league, who has rapidly emerged as a rising force in Manila’s Open division.
Completing this dynamic roster are Danica Calma Bautista, a consistent threat in Luzon’s competitive circuit, and Mikhyla Julianne Cruz, heralded as the breakout talent representing the fearless spirit of Filipino pickleball’s next generation. This blend of veterans and vibrant youth ensures the Titans have both immediate impact and long-term vision.
More Than a Team: The Vision Behind the Empire
The ambition of the Parañaque Titans is fueled by a strong ownership group comprising Tina Mariano, Jeff Tin, Long Kuan, and Atty. Albert Agra. They’re also backed by founding partners Polland Hopia, Tela Athletics, and Tela Park.
The team’s official launch, marked by a contract signing at Tela Park in Parañaque City, wasn't just a formality. Management declared, “Today isn’t just a contract signing—it’s the moment ten athletes became one team.” This statement underscores the unified vision and collective spirit driving the Titans.
MPPT: High Stakes, High Drama
Manny Pacquiao's Pro Pickleball Tournament (MPPT) is set to ignite the competitive scene, kicking off October 3-4 in Angeles City, Pampanga. With each leg winner taking home a staggering ₱1 million, the stakes couldn't be higher. This significant prize money ensures every match will be fiercely contested, promising high-octane drama for fans.
For the Parañaque Titans, the mission is crystal clear: they didn’t just assemble good players; they went after the absolute best. With national team veterans, international medalists, and hungry young talents all under one banner, the message is clear: the Parañaque Titans are coming to dominate.
