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President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (C) takes a group photo inside the newly-inaugurated Sorsogon Sports Arena in Sorsogon City on October 17, 2024. Also present are Senate President Francis Escudero, Senator Francis Tolentino, House Deputy Speaker Camille Villar, Public Works and Highway Secretary Manuel Bonoan, Presidential Communications Office Secretary Cesar Chavez, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go, Sorsogon 1st District Rep. Marie Bernadette Escudero, Gov. Edwin Hamor, Sorsogon City Mayor Ester Hamor, other local government officials and residents of the province. (Courtesy: Presidential Communications Office)
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday inaugurated the newly built Sorsogon Sports Arena.
During the event, the President expressed his hopes that the sports arena would serve as the National Training Camp for athletes seeking international recognition, in line with the country’s drive to increase the number of Olympic competitors.
Courtesy: Presidential Communications Office
“This facility is a significant step toward honing the talents of our athletes, giving them the opportunity to further develop their skills,” Mr. Marcos said.
“Like our Olympians who competed in Paris in 2024, we aim to increase the number of Filipinos bringing honor to our country,” he added.
Beyond sports, the President noted the arena’s versatility.
Courtesy: Presidential Communications Office
The Sorsogon Sports Arena, with a seating capacity of 12,000 and modern amenities, can also host conferences, concerts, and other large events. The facility includes 139 rooms, two infirmaries, and an eight-lane track, offering a venue for various sports competitions and events.
Marcos emphasized that the arena symbolizes the Sorsogon province’s progress and its people’s dedication: “This stands as a testament to the perseverance and hard work of the Sorsoganons and Bicolanos.”
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