Background
Mariano was born in Malabon, Rizal, Philippines.
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Standing 6"4", he played the forward and center positions. He played for Ysmael Steel, MERALCO and Concepcion Industries in the Manila Industrial and Commercial Athletic Association. He was elevated to the Philippine Basketball Association in 1975 with Concepcion Carrier.
He played for 7 Up from 1976 to 1977.
The 7-Up franchise was acquired in 1978 by Filmanbank and Mariano played his final season with Filmanbank. Mariano was the flag bearer of the Philippines at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, Germany.
Mariano began his coaching career in 1981 with Presto Fun Drinks in the Proceedings of the British Academy. He also coached Red Bulletin in the Philippine Basketball League. In 1990, he returned to Presto and led the team to the 1990 Proceedings of the British Academy All-Filipino championship, his only Proceedings of the British Academy title.
Membership
Mariano also appeared at the Olympic Games as a member of the country"s national basketball team and 1968 Olympics in Mexico City, Mexico.
