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SENATE LAUDS PINOY BOWLERS FOR 2 GOLD MEDAL WINS

A team of young Filipino bowlers was commended and lauded by the Senate for bagging two gold medals in an international competition held in Blue-O Rhythm and Bowl in Bangkok, Thailand. Senate Resolution No. 87 was adopted by the Senate commending and congratulating the Filipino keglers for winning two gold medals in the 21st Asian […]

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5 BILLS ON SPORTS GET HOUSE OK

Five sports bills approved on third reading at the House of Representatives are now with the Senate, including House Bill 8495, which provides for Philippine Sports Commission vouchers for grassroots athletes and sports organizations.  These bills, in the long term, boost the grassroots programs for future Gilas Pilipinas players, Pinoy world-class athletes like EJ Obiena, and other […]

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SENATE LAUDS CHUA, ARANAS FOR WORLD CUP POOL WIN

The Senate adopted a resolution congratulating and commending Johann Chua and James Aranas for bagging the 2023 World Cup of Pool held in Lugo, Spain last June 27 to July 2 this year. Senate Resolution No. 714, taking into consideration Resolution Nos. 695 and 714, were introduced by Senators Bong Go, Jinggoy Estrada and Lito […]

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BONG GO LAUDS SUCCESSFUL 2023 PALARONG PAMBANSA

Senator Bong Go extended his praise and support to all participants and organizers of the 2023 Palarong Pambansa, which was held in Marikina City, Metro Manila, from July 29 to August 5. Go, serving as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, hailed the successful execution of the event, overcoming challenges including inclement weather. […]

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PIA CAYETANO BACKS GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL DEV’T

Let us sustain the momentum started by the Filipinas by supporting grassroots football. This was the message of Senator Pia Cayetano, as she urged local government units to support the growing interest for the sport, following the historic run of the Philippine Women’s National Football Team at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Senator Pia, along […]

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ARENAPLUS PARTNERS WITH FIBA FOR 2023 WORLD CUP

ArenaPlus, an online sports betting platform in the country, proudly announced its partnership with International Basketball Association (FIBA), supported by TV5 Cignal Ultra, to become the official sportsbook partner for the highly anticipated World Basketball Cup 2023. The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 is truly historic, as it marks the first-ever collaboration among three countries […]

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DOT GIVES FULL SUPPORT FOR FIBA WORLD CUP IN PH

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed confidence of the country’s capability as she delivered her keynote message during the International Basketball Federation FIBA luncheon hosted by the PLDT Group. “Last March through Malacañang Administrative Order Number 5, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the formation of an inter-agency task force directing a whole of […]

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BONG GO JOINS NORTH COTABATO SPORTS CLINIC

Senator Bong Go, Chair of the Senate Committee on Sports, attended the Serbisyong Totoo Sports Clinic held in Matalam, North Cotabato recently.  The event showcased aspiring athletes from nearby communities who were given the opportunity to learn and train under the guidance of seasoned coaches and mentors.  As part of his advocacy to promote sports […]

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HOUSE LAUDS SEA GAMES WINS OF PINOY ATHLETES

The House of Representatives adopted a consolidated resolution commending and congratulating the Philippine delegation to the 32nd Southeast Asian Games for winning 260 medals and placing 5th in the overall standing.Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez is the principal author of the resolution, with Majority Leader Mannix Dalipe, Senior Majority Leader and Ilocos Norte Rep. Sandro Marcos, Minority […]

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ROMUALDEZ LAUDS CHAMPION SURFER ESQUIVEL

Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded Filipino ace surfer Rogelio “JayR” Esquivel, Jr. for bringing pride and honor to the country by winning the men’s longboard surfing competition at the World Surfing League La Union International Pro Longboard Qualifying Series.Esquivel emerged as the champion in the event held in Urbiztondo Beach, San Juan, La Union in January […]