Kiefer Ravena thanks Alyssa Valdez for staying with him despite numerous controversies

PBA superstar Kiefer Ravena posted on Instagram a heartfelt birthday message for his girlfriend volleyball icon Alyssa Valdez.

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The son of PBA legend Ferdinand “Bong” Ravena thanked Alyssa for everything, especially for supporting him in the midst of so many controversies.

Last May 2018, the Philippines basketball community was shocked after the International Basketball Federation or FIBA handed an 18-month suspension to the Gilas Pilipinas guard after he tested positive for "prohibited substances."

Kiefer also encouraged his girlfriend to continue inspiring a lot of people.

“You stuck with me thru thick and thin. You deserve nothing but the best. Maraming nagmamahal sayo at sumosuporta sayo. Mapa golf, volleyball o buhay man yan. Keep inspiring a lot of people. You have a smile that can light up the world. Happy birthday, Phenom. I love you.”

Actress Angelica Panganiban, who is a big fan of the Ateneo volleybelle, also greeted Alyssa on her special day.