 SMB coach Jong Uichico was given the tasks to handle the nationals.Assistant coach Siot Tanquingcen takes over the coaching chores of the Beermen on an interim basis.During the Governor's Cup, Danny Seigle, Olsen Racela and Dondon Hontiveros played for Philippine team-Selecta while Danny Ildefonso played for Philippine team-Hapee Toothpaste.