NBA legend Derrick Rose joined ArenaPlus’ most loyal players during the Champion’s Circle Appreciation Dinner.
CEBU, Philippines – Derrick Rose knows what it feels like to be the center of attention. This time, however, the former NBA Most Valuable Player made sure ArenaPlus’ most loyal players had their moment.
Rose joined ArenaPlus‘ most valued players for an exclusive Champion’s Circle Appreciation Dinner on Tuesday, August 25, giving members of the brand’s strictly invitational VIP tier a rare evening with the basketball icon.
Held at Kasadya Buffet Buko Bar at Shangri-La Mactan here, the appreciation night brought together ArenaPlus VIPs from Cebu, key opinion leaders, and members of the media for an intimate celebration designed to give the brand’s high-value players an experience beyond the sportsbook.
Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed a specially curated program featuring cultural performances, raffle draws, and opportunities to interact with Rose, with photo opportunities among the night’s biggest highlights.
But while Rose provided the star power, the evening was ultimately about the players ArenaPlus wanted to thank.
Derrick Rose posed for a photo with one of his supporters.
The event reflected the brand’s continuing commitment to recognizing and rewarding its most loyal players through exclusive experiences created especially for them.
Although unable to attend in person, ArenaPlus Head Ethan William welcomed guests through a pre-recorded message, thanking the company’s VIPs for their continued trust and support.
“We started VIP Nights last December for one simple reason: to recognize our most valued players and give you something made just for you,” said William.
“Tonight is our way of saying thank you for being part of ArenaPlus. And of course, we wanted to make it extra special.”
For William, bringing the celebration to Cebu was another opportunity to give more members of the ArenaPlus community access to exclusive experiences while strengthening the relationship between the brand and its players.
“So we’re bringing you closer to Derrick Rose—not just as an NBA legend, but someone whose story has inspired basketball fans everywhere,” he said.
Derrick Rose had a brief Q&A portion with some influencers and select members of the press.
Beyond the exclusive evening, William also reaffirmed ArenaPlus’ commitment to improving the overall player experience.
He said players can look forward to an enhanced ArenaPlus platform with faster loading and bet processing, a smoother and more intuitive interface, and strengthened responsible gaming tools.
“As the No. 1 PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines, we want to keep raising the bar—not just online, but in moments like this one,” he said.
As the evening came to a close, the Champion’s Circle Appreciation Dinner underscored what ArenaPlus’ VIP Nights were created to do: recognize its most loyal players and bring them closer to the sports, personalities, and moments they love.
About DigiPlus
DigiPlus Interactive Corp. pioneered digital entertainment in the Philippines. It introduced the leading platforms BingoPlus and ArenaPlus, widely known for their engaging interactive gaming and sports entertainment experiences. DigiPlus also operates GameZone, with more to come. For more information, visit www.digiplus.com.ph.
About ArenaPlus
ArenaPlus is the #1 PAGCOR-licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines, providing a secure and engaging sports betting and streaming experience. Launched in 2023, ArenaPlus features a wide range of local and international sports and continues to expand its presence through key partnerships across major leagues, including the NBA, PBA, and PVL.
ArenaPlus is committed to strengthening the sports community by supporting local athletes, highlighting their dedication and the hard work behind their journeys, and inspiring community pride.
