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The Senate adopted Senate Resolution No. 1361 commending and congratulating Pedro Taduran for successfully defending the International Boxing Federation (IBF) World Minimumweight Championship Title. The resolution was introduced by Senator Bong Go, a well-known sports enthusiast. “Our country is considered as a breeding ground for boxing talent.” “Our country is considered as a breeding ground […]
Senator Bong Go reiterated his firm support for Philippine sports development as he vowed to continue to push for more investments in such programs particularly in the grassroots through local government units and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), underscoring the importance of sustained government backing for elite and aspiring athletes. Go, who chairs the Senate […]
Aligned with the vision of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a Bagong Pilipinas to strengthen grassroots sports development, the National Academy of Sports (NAS) produced its first batch of Grade 10 completers, marking a major milestone since the institution’s establishment in 2020 through Republic Act No. 11470. The ceremony, attended by Senator Pia Cayetano, DepEd […]
Recognizing the deep cultural significance of grassroots basketball, Senator Bong Go has made it a cornerstone of his sports advocacy, ensuring that local leagues received support in previous years to sustain their programs and provide opportunities for young athletes. “Sa Pilipinas, basketball ang larong pinakamalapit sa puso ng tao. Kaya’t hindi natin pwedeng pabayaan ang […]
Seven months after breaking ground, Bacolod City’s first-ever Athletes’ Dormitory at Romanito P. Maravilla Sr. National High School (RMSHNS) in Barangay Estefania was inaugurated. Supported by Mayor Albee Benitez, the ₱12.5 million facility is designed to provide student-athletes with a safe and comfortable space for training and academics. Benitez called the dormitory a “home for champions”. […]
Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel showed his full support for Marikina’s sports community as he led the launch of the First Koko Pimentel Malanday Basketball League at the Bulelak Covered Court, Barangay Malanday. The event was attended by Team Kilos Pagbabago, spearheaded by Pimentel, and Team Bagong Marikina, led by Representative Stella Quimbo and former […]
For many young athletes in the Philippines, sports provide both an outlet and an opportunity—a way to develop discipline, build character, and open doors for the future. However, talent alone is not enough; proper support and infrastructure are crucial. Last year, Senator Bong Go, chair of the Senate Committees on Sports and on Youth, was […]
The much-anticipated gathering of golf enthusiasts, industry leaders, and stakeholders commenced recently at the Marriott Manila, with the Philippines headlining as a premier golf destination.Speaking in a pre-recorded video message, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco emphasized the DOT’s commitment to positioning the Philippines as a global golf hub. “With over 100 breathtaking golf courses across […]
The Quezon City District 1 Warriors last weekend claimed the 2025 Tokai Fil Basketball Invitational Games championship, defeating Nagoya Gakuin University, 70-56, at the Nagoya Gakuin University gym in Japan, a victory QC First District Rep. Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde said showcased the heart and determination of the Filipino athlete. The team, personally backed by […]
Senator Win Gatchalian hailed the passage of new laws that would establish high schools for the arts and sports in Baguio City. Republic Act No. 12118 establishes the Baguio City High School for the Arts, while Republic Act No. 12119 creates the Baguio City Sports High School. As Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Basic […]