Ryan Buenafe

Ryan Clarence Buenafe (born February 1, 1990) is a Filipino former professional basketball player.^[1] From a highly touted high school basketball career with the San Sebastian College–Recoletos Staglets, Buenafe played college basketball for the Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) from 2008 to 2012. He was selected 8th overall in the 2013 PBA draft by the Alaska Aces.^[2]

Born (1990-02-01) February 1, 1990 (age 36)

Pasay, Philippines

NationalityFilipino

Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)

Listed weight225 lb (102 kg)

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Ryan Buenafe

Buenafe in 2010
Personal information
Born	(1990-02-01) February 1, 1990 (age 36) Pasay, Philippines
Nationality	Filipino
Listed height	6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight	225 lb (102 kg)
Career information
High school	San Sebastian (Manila)
College	Ateneo (2008–2012)
PBA draft	2013: 1st round, 8th overall pick
Drafted by	Alaska Aces
Playing career	2013–2021
Position	Shooting guard / small forward
Career history
2013–2014	Alaska Aces
2014–2017	Meralco Bolts
2018	Laguna Heroes
2018–2020	Zamboanga Valientes
2021	Siquijor Mystics
Career highlights
4× UAAP champion (2008–2010, 2012) 2× UNIGAMES champion (2008, 2009) Nike Summer League champion (2008) PCCL champion (2009) UAAP Rookie of the Year (2008) UAAP All-Rookie Team (2008) UAAP Finals MVP (2010)

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As a member of the Siquijor Mystics, Buenafe was involved in a controversial 2021 Pilipinas VisMin Super Cup game against the Lapu-Lapu City Heroes. The scandal caused the Pilipinas VisMin Super Cup to impose a lifetime ban on the members of Siquijor, including Buenafe. In October 2021, after a six-month investigation, the Philippine Games and Amusements Board revoked Buenafe's professional license, along with other members of the Mystics, effectively barring them from playing professional basketball in the Philippines.^[3]