Bacolod Prepares for a Sporting Spectacle as Batang Pinoy Draws Record Turnout
![PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio (left) and Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya lead preparations for the 2026 Batang Pinoy. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Untitled-Design1185-400x200.png)
Bacolod will use 43 schools as billeting quarters for 35,894 participants at the Dec. 12-18 Batang Pinoy National Championships.
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Ormoc City Expands Sports Facilities as Richard and Lucy Gomez Push Training Hub Vision
![Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez said Ormoc City's sports facilities are intended to serve athletes, families, local communities and visitors as the city expands its sports tourism initiatives. [Ormoc City Regional Sports Hub photos]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Untitled-design1113-400x200.png)
Ormoc City is expanding sports facilities and athlete housing as Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez, Rep. Richard Gomez and the PSC push to develop a regional training hub.
Boracay Swim Meet Becomes Blueprint for PH Sports Tourism
Boracay’s successful Southeast Asia Open Water Swimming Championships has strengthened the Philippines’ case to host larger international competitions.
PSC, PAI Bring Regional Swim Glory to Boracay Shores
Boracay hosts the 4th SEA Open Water Championships from Aug. 21-23, welcoming eight nations in a boost for sports tourism.
From Small-Town Roots to World’s No. 4: How Rydelle Abarico Became the Philippines’ Skateboarding Queen
World No. 4 downhill skateboarder Rydelle Grace Abarico has received one of Philippine sports’ rarest honors after her hometown of Alegria, Surigao del Norte, officially named a downhill course after her during the Governor’s Cup KSA National Downhill Skateboarding Competition.
Kyrgyzstan sends 57 athletes to sambo championships in Manila
Kyrgyzstan will field the largest delegation at the 11th Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships in Manila, with 57 athletes joining competitors from 29 countries.
Philippine Golf Championship tees off at Wack Wack with Tabuena leading the field
The Philippine Golf Championship opens the Asian Tour season at Wack Wack Golf & Country Club, featuring Miguel Tabuena and an elite international field, backed by the PSC and BingoPlus.
Alas Pilipinas stuns Egypt to make history at FIVB men’s world championship
![POC president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino with FIVB president Fabio Azevedo during the opening ceremony last Friday at the MOA Arena. [PNVF Photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-17-at-3.04.18-PM-e1758097365953-400x200.png)
Alas Pilipinas claimed a historic victory over Egypt in the FIVB Men’s World Championship, inspiring the next generation and elevating Philippine volleyball on the global stage.
PH eyes hosting World Games 2033 after promising talks in Chengdu
PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio explored the possibility of the Philippines hosting the 2033 World Games after fruitful discussions with IWGA leaders in China.
FIVB Men’s World Championship 2025 campaign heats up with LRT-2 train launch
The Philippines ramps up its 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship hosting with an LRT-2 campaign launch, featuring volleyball stars and promotional train wraps.