SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go’s commitment to nurturing Filipino talent extends beyond professional arenas to the vibrant courts and fields of municipalities across the country.
As chair of both the Senate Committees on Youth and on Sports, Go has provided vital support to grassroots sports events, creating opportunities for young athletes to discover their potential while fostering community spirit.
Following a request from Mayor Gretchen Stephanie Espina, Go extended support to ensure the successful conduct of the tournament, which brought together teams from neighboring municipalities. Similarly, in Paete, Laguna, the local government, led by Mayor Ronald Cosico, organized basketball and volleyball leagues from March to April 2024 as part of the town’s psychosocial development initiatives.
The municipal-wide competition featured basketball and volleyball tournaments for various age brackets, including teams for Persons with Disabilities and the LGBTQ+ community. Beyond support to grassroots activities, Go has significantly pushed for policies to hone and support aspiring athletes. He authored and co-sponsored Republic Act No. 11470, which established the National Academy of Sports in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac. NAS integrates sports and secondary education, ensuring that young athletes receive both academic and athletic training, laying a foundation for future success.
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