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Manila, Philippines (February 2, 2026) — Red Bull Philippines
recently welcomed to the country Chris Matthews, also known as “Lethal
Shooter,” the world’s most sought-after shooting coach and a global basketball
phenomenon. During his visit, Matthews made history as the first person to take
a shot from the rooftop of The Tenement in Taguig, bringing his signature
creativity, precision, and flair to a landmark moment that celebrates the
Philippines’ deep-rooted love for the game.
“In the Philippines, the love and the passion just go really
deep in the blood. People and the passion here is, to me, number one,” said
Matthews about the rich basketball culture in the country. “It’s true love here
for the game.”
The rooftop shoot, a daring first for the Tenement basketball
court, highlights Matthews’ flair for blending precision with skill. He pushed
the boundaries higher, capturing the respect and delight of the local
basketball community.
“You know, my entire life, I saw this amazing court online. I
saw the legendary people— Michael Jordan, Kobe, Luka—everybody had a mural
here,” Matthews shared. “So to shoot from the roof and to make a shot and to
have a mural here, it's a dream come true, man. It's like basketball heaven for
me.”
To achieve his historic rooftop shot, Matthews had to use a
specific technique, given his height and distance from the ring. “I had to use
my pointer finger to soften the ball up because I was so high that the ball was
coming so hard. So I had to have touch to hit the backboard. That's not really
a shot from that far, and you’d have to use the backboard for it to go in.
Enriching the Future of the Local Streetball Community
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Beyond making history with the rooftop shoot, Matthews also
engaged with the local community through exhibition matches and a dunk contest.
He also shared tips and personal insights with the local hoopers.
As a Red Bull athlete, he claims that one of the Red Bull
values that reflects his approach to basketball is never giving up. “That's the
one thing I love about being a Red Bull. It's a company that's always devoted
to giving back to the community and giving back to people who are pushing
themselves in life, and that's me,” Matthews stated.
His visit championed the grassroots and streetball culture,
showing that basketball thrives at every level—from casual neighborhood courts
to the international stage.
“I was one of those guys who was homeless. I was one of those
guys who didn't know what I was going to do with my life, and Red Bull gave me
an opportunity. So to be a part of events like this, partnering with Red Bull
and getting ready for Red Bull Half Court World Finals in December in the
Philippines—this is a dream come true, man.”
This landmark visit by Lethal Shooter marks a
first-of-its-kind moment for Philippine basketball. The event blended
elite-level coaching, community engagement, and a record-breaking feat as the
first person to shoot a basketball from Tenement’s rooftop, a moment shared on
Lethal Shooter’s official Instagram.
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Chris “Lethal Shooter” Matthews shows
off his rooftop trickshot at The Tenement in Taguig. Watch the full video here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DUEoIKYk0bN/
He also celebrated the energy of the local community through
a custom court mural designed by his cousins in collaboration with Tenement Visual Artists. The mural highlights Lethal
Shooter’s iconic challenges across different locations, including Man vs
Turbine, reflecting his tenacity and passion for basketball while inspiring
Filipino hoopers to bring the same determination as they pursue their goals.
If there’s one piece of advice he would give young Filipinos
who dream of improving their game, the basketball icon shared, “Just continue
to be patient. Don't be in a rush. Understand that greatness takes time, and
never allow failure to set you back. Use it to learn.”
With so much energy and local basketball talent on display,
the excitement doesn’t end here. Stay tuned for Red Bull Half Court 2026, where
the Philippines will host the World Finals, and catch more action-packed
basketball moments.
“It’s huge for the country—for Red Bull to decide that
multiple countries are going to come here to play basketball. There’s going to
be so many people coming here who are going to see what the Philippines' life is
about, and its passionate love for the game of basketball,” Matthews said.
For the latest updates and highlights, visit Red Bull
Philippines’ social media channels and Lethal Shooter’s official accounts. You
won’t want to miss what’s coming next!
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