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Philippine Olympic Committee

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The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) is actively supporting Filipino athletes in various international competitions, including the SEA Games and Asian Youth Games, with a focus on securing medals and providing incentives. POC president Abraham "Bambol" Tolentino leads efforts to boost the country's performance and has highlighted the importance of young athletes in future events. The POC also plays a key role in selecting flag-bearers and preparing athletes for global competitions.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Tue, December 9, 2025 at 10:10 AM

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Mon, December 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM

PH sends 1,600 athletes to 33rd SEA Games

Team Philippines is sending a record number of close to 1,600 athletes, coaches, and officials to the 33rd Southeast Asian Games hosted by Thailand from December 9 to 20.

Tue, December 2, 2025 at 2:56 PM

Alex Eala, Bryan Bagunas to be PH flag-bearers in SEA Games opening

Tennis star Alex Eala and volleyball standout Bryan Bagunas will be the flag-bearers for the Philippines in the opening ceremony of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand on December 9.

Tue, November 4, 2025 at 3:21 PM

Middleweight prospect Weljon Mindoro open to joining PH boxing team for SEA Games

Undefeated middleweight prospect Weljon Mindoro has expressed openness to joining the Philippine boxing team for the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games.

Tue, November 4, 2025 at 10:52 AM

PTA to host national taekwondo championships Sunday

The Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) is set to host the 2025 Smart/MVP Sports Foundation National Age Group Poomsae Taekwondo Championships on Sunday, November 9, at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.

Mon, November 3, 2025 at 1:55 PM

PH athletes get cash incentives, iPhones for Asian Youth Games performance

Filipino medalists in the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain received an unexpected windfall of cash incentives and iPhones for their performance.

Sun, November 2, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Filipino cyclist Patrick Coo bags bronze, eyes SEA Games gold

Filipino cyclist Patrick Coo is expected to contend for the gold medal in the upcoming Southeast Asian Games in Thailand after securing a bronze medal at the Asian BMX Championships in Japan.

Wed, October 22, 2025 at 5:21 PM

PHL eyes hosting Asian Youth Games

The Philippines is expressing interest in hosting the upcoming Asian Youth Games (AYG), a major international youth sporting event.

Mon, October 20, 2025 at 7:28 PM

Kram Airam Carpio bags PH's first gold medal in Asian Youth Games

Pencak silat star Kram Airam Carpio delivered the Philippines' first gold medal in the third Asian Youth Games, striking gold in the girls' 51 to 55-kilogram class.

Tue, October 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM

141-strong PH delegation aims for medals at Asian Youth Games

The Philippines is sending a 141-strong delegation to the Third Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain, with high hopes of winning medals.

Mon, October 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PH men's curling team nears 2026 Winter Olympics spot after Scotland success

The Philippine men's curling team is nearing qualification for the 2026 Winter Olympics after an undefeated streak in a pre-Olympic qualification event in Scotland.