Petecio, Villegas to receive top honors at Women in Sports Awards

Updated Wed, March 12, 2025 at 12:20 AM Published Tue, March 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Olympic medalists Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas will be the main awardees at the second annual Women in Sports Awards on March 15 at Century Hotel Manila.

The event, supported by the Philippine Sports Commission and Philippine Commission for Women, aims to recognize Filipina athletes who have achieved success both locally and internationally.

Petecio and Villegas are set to receive the Athlete of the Year award following their bronze medal victories at the Paris Olympics.

Organizers highlighted that the awards coincide with International Women's Month, serving as a celebration of the achievements of women in sports.

This year's ceremony will honor a total of 136 individuals, including coaches and officials, with jiu-jitsu champion Meggie Ochoa receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award.

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