The Philippines is set to send nine athletes to the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal, with cycling prospect Maritanya Krog and athletics standouts Pi Durden Wangkay and Naomi Marjorie Cesar among the early nominees.
The Philippine Sports Hall of Fame will welcome its fifth batch of inductees on May 20 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum, honoring Filipino athletes and coaches who have achieved excellence in regional, continental, and global competitions.
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Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao formally handed over select memorabilia to the Philippine Sports Museum, cementing his legacy and inspiring future Filipino athletes.
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The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and PAGCOR have joined forces to accelerate nationwide sports development. The partnership focuses on upgrading facilities, expanding grassroots programs, and building regional training centers to nurture world-class Filipino athletes.
NIL Philippines has been launched as a new platform to help Filipino athletes build their brands, secure partnerships, and maximize their commercial value beyond sport.
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Former Filipino jiu-jitsu champion Meggie Ochoa has shifted her focus to coaching, guiding the national youth team at the Asian Youth Games to develop the next generation of champions.
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Charlie Ratcliff’s quick finish in Bahrain gave the Philippines its second gold medal at the Asian Youth Games, highlighting the team’s growing momentum across multiple sports.
A new generation of Filipino pickleball athletes has officially been introduced as The Pickle Yard launches Team Philippines, marking a key milestone in the sport’s growth nationwide.
Filipino athletes end the 2025 World Games with two silver and two bronze medals, showcasing grit, potential, and hope for future competitions.
GoTyme Bank partners with five standout Filipino athletes in a campaign that celebrates trust, grit, and the power of having a team you can bank on.