Jerry Codinera

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In the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), Jerry Codinera was christened the "Defense Minister." But long before that, the 6-5 slotman was already a force to reckon with in the Philippine Amateur Basketball League (PABL).

The son of a former baseball great, Filomeno Codinera, Jerry was an immovable force in the PABL during his stint with Lagerlite and Magnolia.

Even back then, Jerry's strongest suit was his umbrella-like defense, a skill he brought with him in the national team of 1986 and eventually, in the PBA.

Jerry's teammate in Magnolia include Jong Uichico and the electrifying Bong Alvarez, but he more than held his own on offense.

His deadliest weapon is a jumpshot from the perimeter, usually a high banked shot, and a putback off an offensive rebound.