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The PBA announced Sunday morning that it had lifted the suspension of Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters forward Calvin Abueva.
Abueva, whose suspension is the longest in league history, will be able to return to action in the Fuel Masters game against the NLEX Road Warriors on Monday.
PBA Commissioner Willie Marcial, Deputy Commissioner Eric Castro and Technical Officer Mauro Bengua met with Abueva and Interim Head Coach Topex Robinson on Saturday morning to discuss next steps.
Abueva is expected to be more involved in coaching, according to the league’s official website. He also expressed remorse and gratitude for helping him during his suspension.
“We are very happy that Calvin has been given a second chance to prove himself. The team is here to support him from start to finish and we have Willie Marcial and GAB President Mitra to thank,” said the manager of the Phoenix team Paolo Bugia to ESPN5.com. .
In the meeting, Marcial explained the possible sanctions that can be given to Abueva for future infractions. Marcial also said he is hopeful that Abueva can learn from the 16-month layoff and set an example for the general public.
Since his suspension, the league had ordered Abueva to undergo counseling, a drug test and a seminar run by the Board of Games and Amusement.
He was also forced to do community service, which he had done voluntarily ever since.
