Carl Tamayo re-signs with Changwon in KBL, eyeing redemption

Changwon forward Carl Tamayo during a KBL game.–Photo from Changwon LG Sakers

MANILA, Philippines—Carl Tamayo has moved on from the Changwon LG Sakers’ semifinals exit in the Korean Basketball League (KBL).

That, however, doesn’t mean that the State U product isn’t looking for redemption in the next KBL season.

Fresh off a contract extension with the LG Sakers, Tamayo is confident of their chances to win next season.

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“We fell short, but I think we have a greater chance next season. I hope we bounce back,” he told the Inquirer in the Dayo23 event presented by Jordan in Tondo, Manila, on Saturday.

“I just renewed my contract. I’m super, super excited,” added Tamayo, who was a vital part of Changwon’s title run last year.

Tamayo’s Changwon bowed out of title contention this season after faltering to Kevin Quiambao’s Goyang Sono Skygunners in a 3-0 sweep.

Quiambao’s Sono, however, ended up faltering to the Busan KCC Egis, which had William Navarro in its lineup.

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“I’m happy. I’m happy to see a lot of Filipinos performing well internationally. Hopefully, it increases,” said Tamayo.

In the six teams that competed in the recently concluded KBL Playoffs, all of them had a Filipino in their lineups.

The Seoul SK Knights, which fell to Sono in the quarters, had Arvin Tolentino. The Wonju DB Promy, which faltered to eventual champion Busan, had Ethan Alvano.

Rhenz Abando was also in Anyang JKJ Red Boosters’ roster when they lost in the semis at the hands of the KCC Egis.