Philippine Olympic Committee

Also known as POC

The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) is urging the release of P2 million incentives for the national curling team that won a historic gold medal at the Asian Winter Games, highlighting the importance of these funds for the athletes' training. Under President Abraham Tolentino's leadership, the POC also took over responsibilities from the suspended Billiards Sports Confederation of the Philippines to ensure continued support for billiard athletes during this interim period. Additionally, the POC is actively seeking funding and support for various sports teams including winter sports athletes preparing for future Olympic qualifiers.

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Last updated at April 22, 2025.

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Paris Olympics gymnast Carlos Yulo, bronze medalist boxer Nesthy Petecio, and Aira Villegas have received new homes in Tagaytay City from the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham 'Bambol' Tolentino.
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CPJ Taekwondo Championships kicks off March 22-23 with 2,000 participants

Veterans and rising stars will compete in the season-opening Smart/MVPSF National Carlos Palanca Jr. (CPJ) Taekwondo Championships from March 22-23 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
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POC takes over billiards from suspended BSCP

The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) will take over the responsibilities of the suspended Billiards Sports Confederation of the Philippines (BSCP) for up to three months.
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ACBS suspends BSCP for up to three months

The Asian Confederation of Billiard Sports (ACBS) has suspended the Billiards Sports Confederation of the Philippines (BSCP), effective immediately and lasting up to three months, following a decision by the ACBS Board of Directors on February 18.
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The Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum will feature GOLFCON 2025, an upcoming special golf event, in Tuesday's session on March 4.
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Iloilo riders win two golds on Day 1 of PhilCycling nationals

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Philippine curling team gets P2M gov't cash, $5K POC bonus for historic gold

The Philippine men's curling team will receive a P2 million cash incentive from the government and an additional $5,000 each from the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) following their historic gold medal win at the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China.
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Philippine beach handball teams win gold, bronze; special guests at PSA forum Tuesday

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