Background
Melencio was born in Tondo, Manila, Philippines.
Melencio was born in Tondo, Manila, Philippines.
He played for the Yutivo Opels and later for Concepcion Industries in the Manila Industrial and Commercial Athletic Association.
Melencio also appeared at the Olympic Games in Munich, Germany as a member of the country"s national basketball team He was also a key member of the Pesta Sukan Basketball Team, the 2nd national team of the Philippines beating the 1st national team in close exhibition games.