Former Green Archer standout Rico Maierhofer is the current frontrunner for the coveted top freshman award. The high-flying beanpole played 4 years for the green and white squad and graduated from his college degree last June. Chosen 2nd overall by Purefoods in the PBA draft, Rico leads all neophytes in the statistical race with averages of 8.0 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.1 blocks.
Just like many former Green Archers before him, Rico is making instant waves in just his first season in the professional level.
Even the 1st overall pick, who decided to remain an amateur, could only watch Rico soar above the PBA stratosphere.
