Marawi city: The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), in partnership with the Bangsamoro Sports Commission (BSC) and Mindanao State University (MSU), hosted the Mindanao Sports Summit here, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s journey toward peace and development through sports.
According to Philippines News Agency, the summit featured in-depth discussions on sports psychology and science, women’s participation in athletics, coaching and management strategies, and media promotion — all essential components of a long-term, inclusive sports development roadmap for Mindanao, as detailed in a news release over the weekend.
“This is more than a summit, it’s a movement toward a resilient, peace-driven sporting future for our region,” Paisalin Tago, president of the MSU System, said during the opening of the two-day meet on Nov. 6.
A reemerging center of opportunity in the region, Marawi City is now rising as a springboard of dreams where sports will begin igniting hope, nurturing talent, and uniting communities across Mindanao.
“Marawi is the land of promise and we are committed to supporting its youth, athletes and community every step of the way,” PSC Chairperson Patrick Gregorio said.
The summit celebrated Marawi’s vibrant cultural identity and sent a powerful message: Peace is not just a dream, but a shared goal realized through passion and purpose.
“This occasion was more than just a meeting of minds. It is a celebration of unity, resilience, and shared purpose among all who believe in the power of sports to transform lives and communities,” BSC Chairperson Arsalan Diamaoden said.
BSC executive director Salihwardi Alba, MSU College of Sports, Physical Education and Recreation Dean Mirian Aman, and Philippine Sports Institute’s Pearl Managuelod were also in the summit.
Karate Pilipinas president Richard Lim, Pilipinas Sepak Takraw Federation head Karen Caballero, Association of Boxing Alliances in the Philippines secretary general Marcus Manalo, Philippine Amateur Baseball Association deputy secretary general professor Francis Diaz, PSC chief of staff Loujaye Sonido, and PSC media consultant June Navarro served as speakers.
