In a significant acquisition for Philippine sports memorabilia, prominent collector and vlogger Boss Toyo has secured the first-ever Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy of San Miguel Beermen legend June Mar Fajardo. The historic item was obtained through a special auction.
A Coveted Prize for a Serious Collector
The winning bid for the trophy, which marks the beginning of Fajardo's record-setting nine MVP awards in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), was a substantial P160,000. Boss Toyo, whose real name is Jayson Jay Luzadas, emerged as the highest bidder in the auction held for the coveted piece of basketball history.
The 44-year-old collector expressed immense pride in adding this particular trophy to his vast collection. He has no intention of ever selling it, planning instead to give it a place of honor. The trophy will be permanently displayed in a special spot at his renowned Pinoy Pawnstars Museum, allowing fans to view a key artifact from the career of the league's most dominant player.
'The Holy Grail' of a Collection
In a statement, Boss Toyo did not hold back in describing the significance of this purchase. "In sports memorabilia, this is my holy grail—the first MVP trophy of June Mar," he told Spin.ph. His admiration for Fajardo's legacy is a primary reason for the acquisition's importance to him.
Boss Toyo also provided his perspective on Fajardo's unparalleled status in the league. "I will rank it first because it's June Mar Fajardo," he explained. "After he retires, I believe no one will surpass what June Mar has achieved as a PBA player." This statement underscores the widespread belief that the Cebuano giant's career accomplishments may never be matched.
Securing a Piece of PBA History
This transaction highlights the growing market and cultural value of sports memorabilia in the Philippines. Items connected to iconic athletes like June Mar Fajardo transcend their material worth, becoming pieces of national sporting heritage.
The auction, which concluded successfully, demonstrates how fans and collectors are willing to invest in preserving tangible connections to legendary careers. For Boss Toyo, securing this trophy is not just a purchase; it is an act of preserving a defining moment in PBA history for future generations to appreciate.
