PSC to provide financial aid to athletes affected by typhoons

The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is preparing to provide financial aid to national athletes and coaches who were severely affected by recent typhoons.

Reports indicate that 57 athletes and coaches across nine sports were forced to evacuate their homes due to the flooding caused by Typhoon Ulysses in Metro Manila and surrounding regions.

The PSC has been collaborating with national sports associations (NSAs) to identify those who have been adversely impacted.

PSC Chairman William Ramirez assured that the agency is actively monitoring the situation and is prioritizing the swift release of financial assistance.

Ramirez acknowledged that the aid might not be substantial but stressed the PSC's commitment to offering as much help as possible.

PSC Executive Director Guillermo Iroy Jr. stated that the assistance will be disbursed as soon as the NSAs submit their final reports.

A significant number of the affected national athletes and coaches are reportedly from the Philippine Canoe-Kayak Dragonboat Federation, residing in flood-prone areas of Rizal.