New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac – MILO Philippines accelerates its longstanding commitment to empowering the next generation of champions by turning over new sets of sports equipment and product provisions to the National Academy of Sports (NAS) during its fifth founding anniversary celebration held at the institution’s campus in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac.
The ceremonial turnover served as a key highlight of the celebration, bringing together dignitaries, student-athletes, coaches, and representatives from both the public and private sectors. Among the notable attendees were Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, Department of Education Assistant Secretary Roger B. Masapol, Department of Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, and Philippine Sports Commission Commissioner Walter Torres, alongside fellow industry advocates and institutional partners.
MILO, one of the few private organizations that have consistently supported NAS since its establishment, donated training equipment and product provisions to benefit nearly 250 student-athletes across various sports disciplines.
“Our mission at NAS is to empower our next generation of athletes through structured and specialized programs that will help them grow as well-rounded individuals both on and off the court,” said Prof. Josephine Joy B. Reyes, Executive Director of NAS. “The contributions from MILO have had a meaningful impact on our student-athlete and coaching community, and we truly value the partnership we’ve built and nurtured over the years.”
Since 2020, MILO has supported NAS in various touchpoints, ranging from equipment and merchandise donations to technical collaborations. This includes backing the broader NAS program, ensuring the student-athletes and coaches are well-supported in their training for competitions such as the Palarong Pambansa. These collaborations demonstrate the brand’s multi-level approach to supporting Philippine sports by investing both in athletes and the technical coaching teams that shape their development.
To date, MILO has supported almost 250 students and will continue to do so in the years ahead.
“We applaud the National Academy of Sports for its invaluable contribution to Philippine sports,” said Carlo Sampan, Head of Sports, MILO Philippines, during his speech at the turnover ceremony. “MILO, along with other partners, understands that long-term impact requires commitment to sustainability. By investing in infrastructure, training local coaches, and providing ongoing support, we ensure that these programs continue to thrive.”
MILO has long been a champion of grassroots sports development in the Philippines. Its flagship programs, including the MILO Sports Clinics, National MILO Marathon, and the MILO Barangay Liga, have given millions of Filipino children access to structured sports development and opportunities to succeed and be champions in life.
The partnership with NAS adds another meaningful dimension to this commitment by supporting both grassroots and elite sports training and helping ensure that young athletes have the tools, training, and support to one day represent the country on the world stage.
For more information about MILO and its sports programs, visit www.milo.com.ph.
