Tuadles began his career as a stalwart in the MICAA, playing for the Manilabank Golden Bankers in the mid-1970s before peddling his wares with the San Miguel Braves.
[3] Known for his hang-time and twisting shots inside the paint as well as accurate perimeter jumpers and an assortment of post moves, Tuadles played for the Super Corollas until its disbandment in 1983.
Lucia Realty, with no team to hook up with, Tuadles decided to retire from the game.
[8] On November 2, 1996, Tuadles was shot in the head by his friend, former Games and Amusement Board chairman Ambet Antonio over a heated card game at the International Business Club in Greenhils, San Juan, killing him instantly.
[9] Antonio was charged and convicted with murder, and sentenced to suffer the penalty of reclusion perpetua (life imprisonment) on April 30, 1997.