PSC, DepEd, Hidilyn Diaz to launch Philippines’ largest weightlifting academy
The PSC, DepEd, and Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo are uniting to establish the Philippines’ largest weightlifting academy, strengthening grassroots sports in line with President Marcos’ directive.
![DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman (left) has pledged support to PSC Chairman Pato Gregorio’s initiative with the DepEd to the tune of P180 million. [photo credit: PCO]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/541281698_1470786440630224_2529234180102882857_n-e1756559722753-400x200.jpg)



![Team Philippines athletes light up the opening ceremony at Tianfu International Convention Center. [photo credit: Chengdu World Games 2025]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Opening-Ceremony-Parade-Nation-Philippines05-400x200.jpg)
![PSC chairman Patrick “Pato” Gregorio seen here interacting with athletes [photo credit; Philippine Sports Commission Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/518212441_1169923641837511_104403585692005145_n-400x200.jpg)

![The Philippine Sports Commission highlights gender inclusivity through the Women in Sports program. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/477851315_1046177844212092_4513425348537365528_n-400x200.jpg)

