The Navs Effect

Strength & Conditioning coaches Migs Aytona and Gelo Vito guest on the show to discuss how they helped put the DLSU Green Archers in peak condition for their UAAP Season 86 title run. The duo also share input on the best ways to maximize training, recovery, and longevity.

New UST Growling Tigers big man Zain Mahmood returns on the show to discuss his UAAP recruitment, what to expect from the Fil-Can Nation team in NBTC, and what he hopes to establish by playing basketball in the Philippines.

Navs discusses recent developments in the college basbetkall scene, particularly Zain Mahmood’s commitment to UST and Louie Alas joining Ateneo as an senior assistant coach. Then he brings on Jason & Rey to discuss (spoiler-free) Dune Part Two

Nico returns on the pod to discuss with Navs about Gilas’ emphatic victory over Chinese Taipei in the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers. How was Kai Sotto playing so well? How impactful is Justin Brownlee? Is this the fresh start needed for the Gilas program? The two also converse about The Last Airbender, some NBA, and have another edition of Life Corner.

FIBA broadcaster Josh Bett returns for a second consecutive episode to recap Gilas' victory on the road over Hong Kong to open the FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, including the impressive performances of Justin Brownlee, Kevin Quiambao, Scottie Thompson, and more.

Navs is joined by FIBA broadcaster and basketball afficionado Josh Bett to preview the Philippine team’s upcoming games against Hong Kong and Chinese Taipei in the first window for the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.

Navs is joined by Vik and Mon, members of The Navs Effect Community, as they give various hot takes and predictions for the remainder of the NBA season.

Nico is back on the pod with Navs to discuss the UST Growling Tigers’ impressive play in Pinoyliga and whether these are early signs they will be a contender in UAAP S87. The duo then give their early rankings for the upcoming men’s basketball tournament, noting teams from contenders to rebuilders