1of1 Esports, the professional esports organization founded and owned by basketball star SJ Belangel, is expanding into the competitive world of Honor of Kings.
To mark this new chapter, 1of1 is teaming up with Nine Lives, an esports team celebrated for their accolades in the mobile MOBA landscape. Together, they aim to establish a dominant presence in one of the fastest-growing mobile esports titles in the world.This partnership represents a major step in 1of1’s evolution — from its roots in basketball simulation gaming to becoming a multi-title esports organization. By uniting Belangel’s passion for discipline and teamwork with Nine Lives’ championship-caliber experience, the collaboration brings together two forces driven by a shared pursuit of excellence.
“From day one, 1of1 has stood for excellence — whether on the court or in the game,” said SJ Belangel, founder and owner of 1of1 Esports. “Expanding into Honor of Kings with Nine Lives is about proving that our competitive spirit knows no limits. We’re here to show that greatness translates across every arena.”
Renowned for their strategic depth, consistency, and success, Nine Lives brings their winning mentality to Honor of Kings, joining 1of1 in building a roster that embodies Filipino talent and resilience.
“Partnering with 1of1 is an exciting step forward for us,” said Atty. Carlos Garcia, Owner of Nine Lives. “Our experiences in competitions have shaped us to compete at the highest level, and with 1of1’s drive and vision, we’re ready to make an impact in Honor of Kings.”
The team will be led by veteran manager Mildred Joy “Milly” Dolor, known for mentoring esports standouts like OhMyV33nus, Wise, Kairi, Dlar, Sionnn, Nosia, Caloy, and Lansu, and for her leadership and eye for talent that made her a leading figure in Philippine esports.
The collaboration underscores 1of1 Esports’ mission to bridge the worlds of traditional sports and esports — highlighting how the same principles of focus, teamwork, and dedication apply to both. With Belangel’s leadership and Nine Lives’ competitive pedigree, the partnership signals a new era for Filipino representation in global esports.
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