Richard del Rosario


Richard del Rosario is a Filipino former basketball player who is currently serving as an assistant coach for both the Barangay Ginebra San Miguel of the Philippine Basketball Association and the Perpetual Altas in the NCAA. He was drafted in 2nd round by Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdogs, traded to Mobiline Phone Pals, and played also for Sta. Lucia Realtors and Alaska Aces.

Playing career

Early career

Del Rosario played for De La Salle Green Archers in the UAAP. His notable teammates were PBA future stars Jun Limpot, Dindo Pumaren, future Benilde coach Dong Vergeire, Joey Santamaria, Terrafirma Dyip coach Johnedel Cardel, Tim Cone's brother-in-law Eddie Viaplana and future PBA Coach of the Year Perry Ronquillo.

Professional career

He was selected by Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdogs then-coached by Chot Reyes, but was traded to the Mobiline Phone Pals. He was a part of 2001 Sta. Lucia team that defeated San Miguel Beermen in the Finals. He also played for Alaska Aces when he was traded in 2003, but only for four games.
In 2003, his career was ended by a car accident.

Coaching career

Del Rosario served as an assistant coach for Caloy Garcia and Gee Abanilla for Benilde Blazers, and later served as the team's coach. He also served as an assistant coach for Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, and Star Hotshots, and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel. In 2024, at the appointment of his Ginebra coaching staff colleague Olsen Racela as Perpetual head coach, he was chosen with Scottie Thompson to be an assistant coach of the team.

Managerial career

After the appointment of Tim Cone as head coach of Philippine basketball team, Del Rosario was appointed as its new manager.

Commentary career

Del Rosario has worked for the ABC, Solar Sports, and One Sports coverages of the PBA.

Personal life

Del Rosario married Yvonne Ruiz, who like him, studied at La Salle. They have two sons and one daughter. His elder son Paolo is a sports commentator as well, working for One Sports.