Like Teng brothers Jeric (formerly of UST’s Growling Tigers and now with Rain Or Shine since 2013) and Jeron (of La Salle’s Green Archers), the Rivero brothers Rasheed Paolo (Rash) and Rashleigh Paolo (Prince) are rivals on the hardcourt but are buddy-buddies off the court. Rash, 18 (Aug. 29, 1996, Virgo) plays for Blazers of De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde where he’s taking up BS-HRIM (Hospitality, Restaurant and International Management); and Prince, 19 (Feb, 19, 1995, Pisces), for Green Archers of La Salle where he’s taking up AB-PHM (Philippine Mass Media).
At 63.5-inches (weighing 212 lbs.), Prince is taller than the 5’10” Rash (183 lbs.). The older Rivero, now a Rookie, is called Prince Archer, once NCAA Juniors’ MVP (Most Valuable Player) and Best Defensive Player of Mythical 5.
They have taken after their father, Paolo “King” Rivero, strength and conditioning skills coach of Adamson Juniors, Chiang Kai Shek College Juniors and Barako Bull (of PBA).
Isn’t there any rivalry between the two of you?
Prince: Yes, there is inside the court but outside the court okey na okey kami.
Rash: We are against each other only during the game. After that, back to normal. We are here for each other.
What kind of family did you come from (how many siblings)?
Prince and Rash: We are seven boys and we grew up together with mom (Abigail Uy-Rivero) and dad until we went to Manila to play and study.
What kind of upbringing did you have?
Prince and Rash: We were raised by a very strict father specially when it comes to doing extra. We were taught to be respectful and to use po and opo all the time.
Your dad is a basketball coach. Any tips from him?
Prince: That you are only as good as your last game, that’s why we always give our very best in each every game.
Rash: To always give your best in anything that you do otherwise don’t do it at all. He also reminds us that everything we do in practice will reflect on how good or bad our game will be.
How do you prepare for a game?
Prince and Rash: We drink lots of fluids, sleep early, fix our game gears a day before the game, watch highlights of some NBA players and go early to the venue to shoot around.
What kind of diet do you follow? What’s usually for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Any snacks between meals?
Prince: Not too much carbs but more fruits and vegetables. Normally, I take brunch, more of typical Filipino food. Salad for dinner. Chicken nuggets between meals.
Rash: I eat a lot of food rich in protein, also salad and a little carbs. I prefer cereals for breakfast, complete meal for lunch (lutong bahay). I don’t usually eat dinner. Nothing between meals. But we make it a point to drink four to five glasses of milk every day.
What workout do you do?
Prince: Basketball specific workouts and some plyometric drills.
Rash: Same as my brother but I do at least 150 push-ups and crunches a day.
What part of your body is most vulnerable?
Prince: My heart.
Rash: My face.
And what part of your body is your favorite?
Prince: My legs.
Rash: My arms.
What part of a girl’s body do you notice first?
Prince: Her face and armpits.
Rash: Her whole body, especially her feet.
And what kind of girls turns you off?
Prince: Inconsiderate (girls) and those who don’t fear God.
Rash: Those who wear thick makeup and those who don’t believe in God.
How much sleep do you get per night?
Prince: Eight to 10 hours.
Rash: Same.
Favorite sleepwear?
Prince: Sweatpants and big shirt.
Rash: Boxers and shirt.
Do you sleep in the nude?
Prince: No.
Rash: Nope.
How many pillows do you sleep with?
Prince: Only one.
Rash: Two, one under my head and one in between my legs.
Do you snore?
Prince: Yes.
Rash: Sometimes.
Do you talk in your sleep?
Prince: Yes.
Rash: A lot.
Do you sleepwalk?
Prince: No.
Rash: Yes, when I was a kid.
Last thing that you do before you go to sleep?
Prince and Rash: Pray.
First thing that you do as soon as you wake up?
Prince and Rash: Thank God for another day and blessings.
How do you cope with stress (massage, music, meditation, etc.)?
Prince: Doing some extra work.
Rash: Shooting around and listening to music.
Favorite hideaway?
Prince: Gym.
Rash: Basketball court.
Favorite city?
Prince: Ilagan.
Rash: Baguio.
How’s your love life?
Prince: I’m single.
Rash: No comment.
How’s your sex life?
(Prince and Rash are mum.)
Lights on or lights off?
Prince: Lights off.
Rash: Off.
Three girls that you find sexy?
Prince: Emma Watson, Nadine Lustre and Julia Montes.
Rash: Chloe Moretz, Candice Swanepoel and Ashley Ortega.
Using only body language, how would you make a girl know that you admire her?
Prince: I smile at her.
Rash: Same here.
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