PHILIPPINE Sports Commission Chairman Richard Bachmann is set to light up the road for upcoming athletes with disabilities to the national team as he and one of the well-known sports-loving senators mark the return of the Philippine National Para Games today at the historic Rizal Memorial Sports Complex. 

AFAD officials (from left) Illine Sapasap, Cristina Tuazon-Gonzales, President Edwin Lim, Edwin Ano, Grace Tan, and Spokesman Aric Topacio.

By Edwin Rollon

AS the entire firearms industry braces for the impact of gun bans in the coming midterm National election, expect extravagance and grandiose displays of state-of-the-art sporting firearms and shooting products as the Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers (AFAD) hosts the second and final part of the 30th Defense and Sports Arms Show slated November 20-24 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.

LANCOMBE, Canada -- The Philippine curling team made history at the Pan-Continental Curling Championships in Canada: in a thrilling tournament, the team was the only one to remain undefeated and secured first place in the B division by beating Kazakhstan in the final. This historic triumph paves the way for the team to move up to the A-Division and brings them a big step closer to realizing their dream of competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

THE Philippines’ first-ever hosting of the FIVB 2025 had its first Inter-Agency Technical Working Group Meeting among representatives from key organizations and government agencies at the Badminton Hall of the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex.

FILIPINO company Unisol is proud to outfit the 300-man Philippine National and Club Teams participating in the ongoing ICF World Dragon Boat Championships, which officially starts last Thursday (October 30) at the Bay Walk in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.

BASEBALL chief Joaquin ‘Chito’ Loyzaga on Friday clarified that Al Panlilio of basketball and surfing head Dr. Raul Canlas is not part of his official line-up but an ‘adopted candidate’ for the coming election in the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC).

“I would like to address the recent statements made by Al Panlilio and Dr. George Canlas regarding their inclusion in our list of supported candidates. Before releasing our media statement and promotional materials, we communicated with both Panlilio and Canlas, informing them that we would be adopting their candidacies. This approach aligns with election rules and is not against any regulations,” said Loyzaga, a former PBA legend and Commissioner of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).

Loyzaga challenges incumbent POC President Abraham ‘Bambol’ Tolentino for the top post in the country’s highest sports body in the November 29 election.

Both Panlilio and Canlas in a statement said they are committed to Tolentino.

” It is important to note that the official records for the POC election are the candidacy documents submitted to the POC Administration and Election Commission. Press releases, such as ours, serve the purpose of informing and promoting candidates to all National Sports Associations (NSAs).

“The POC election process is structured to ensure fairness by having voters choose candidates for specific positions through a secret ballot. Each vote is cast individually, not as part of a group or slate, allowing every candidate to be chosen based on their merits,” said Loyzaga in a statement to the media.

“We believe that Panlilio and Canlas have the leadership qualities needed to contribute to a peaceful, inclusive, and transparent POC. Their addition to our list was meant to highlight their capability to further the interests of Philippine sports and the well-being of our athletes. Our actions were always intended to promote transparency and support a democratic process where every candidate is recognized for their commitment and dedication to sports development,” added Loyzaga.

Included in Loyzaga’s ticket are Robert Bachmann of squash racket (2nd Vice President),  Rod Roque of weightlifting (Auditor), while his five-member of the Board are Rep. Peter Miguel (archery), Dr. Charlie Ho (netball), Rommel Miranda (kurash), Derek Ramsay (gymnastics) and Steven Virata (equestrian).