Now that Growling Tigers is on the hunt for a new mentor, many are eying Alas to replace the multi-awarded coach.

The 56-year-old mentor shared with a The Chasedown, that he have received multiple messages asking him to lead the España-based squad.

“Ang dami. May mga nakalagay pa nga roon, ‘make it happen’ sa mga Facebook account nila—make it happen, Louie in UST,” Alas said.

According to him, college basketball is something he holds dear as the collegiate scene was the stage where he was able to establish himself—the arena to find what he calls “genuine basketball”.

“Nandiyan ‘yung genuine basketball na lahat ng players nagpapakamatay. Sabi nga nung mga old coaches, kahit patalunin mo sa seventh floor, tatalon ‘yang mga ‘yan.”

Alas was the tactician that led Colegio de San Juan de Letran (CSJL) to three gold finish in the NCAA.

He was also the head coach for Las Piñas College and the Saint Francis of Assisi’s high school team bannered by PBA Hall of Famers Yancy and Ranidel De Ocampo where they claimed multiple National Capital Region Athletic Association titles.

Despite numerous calls for him to lead UST, Alas said that the future remains uncertain as he first wants to settle his issue with the Fuel Masters.

“At this point, ine-enjoy ko muna ‘yung pagka-fire sa’kin,” he said jokingly.

“Kidding aside, gusto ko muna matapos ‘to