By Ivan Stewart Saldajeno Philippine Sports Commission chairman William “Butch” Ramirez (File photo) MANILA – Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman William “Butch” Ramirez rued the latest roadblock to the potential reconciliation between the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA) and pole vaulter Ernest John “EJ” Obiena. Speaking for the first time since Obiena begged off from … Continue reading
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Philippine Sports Commission’s statement on EJ Obiena’s backing out from mediation proceedings
STATEMENT The Philippine Sports Commission has received communication from Mr. EJ Obiena, sent through his lawyer via email, that Mr. Obiena “will no longer participate in the mediation proceedings.” As mediation requires for the voluntary agreement of both parties for the process to proceed, we inform you that mediation is temporarily on … Continue reading
Ramirez vows to resolve PATAFA-Obiena row before term ends
By Ivan Stewart Saldajeno Philippine Sports Commission chairman William “Butch” Ramirez (Screengrab from PSA Forum) MANILA – Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman Butch Ramirez said he is looking to finally settle the score between the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association and pole vault star Ernest John “EJ” Obiena before he bids goodbye to his post. Ramirez … Continue reading
PSC lays down demands to resolve PATAFA-Obiena row
By Ivan Stewart Saldajeno MANILA – The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has laid down some requests to the camps involved in the tension between the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA) and pole vault star Ernest John “EJ” Obiena. In a statement on Wednesday, PSC Chairman William “Butch” Ramirez said the PSC board called on … Continue reading
PSC discontinues mediation offer to EJ Obiena
PSC Board Statement (December 27, 2021) In light of the recent decision of Mr. Ernest John Obiena as posted on his social media account, the Philippine Sports Commission humbly informs the public that we are discontinuing the mediation offer. The agency leaves the mediation table, respecting the decision of Mr. Obiena who chose … Continue reading
PSC funds relief operations for Odette survivors
PRESS RELEASE PSC funds relief operations for Odette survivors The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) will release P2 Million for relief efforts in the Odette-devastated Visayas and Mindanao areas. PSC Chairman William Ramirez tapped former PSC Executive Director and Commissioner who served during Ramirez’ first term as PSC Chief, Fr. Vicente Uy, who … Continue reading
PSC condemns MSU-Marawi shooting incident
By Ivan Stewart Saldajeno SAD AND TRAGIC. A police officer watches over one of two students hurt during a shooting incident that transpired inside the compound of the Mindanao State University in Marawi City on Dec. 2, 2021. The Philippine Sports Commission condemned “in the strongest possible terms” what it described as sad and tragic … Continue reading
Investing in sports to keep youth away from harmful vices: Go
By Ivan Stewart Saldajeno Senator Christopher “Bong” Go (File photo) MANILA (Philippines News Agency)– Senator Christopher “Bong” Go, committee on sports chairperson, on Monday said investing in sports will keep the youth away from harmful vices, including illegal drugs. Go made this remark as he expressed his full support to the proposed 2022 budgets of the Philippine … Continue reading
PSC lauds Tokyo Paralympians
Philippine Sports Commission Chairman William “Butch” Ramirez (File photo) MANILA – Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William “Butch” Ramirez and the PSC Commissioners thanked all of the six Filipino Paralympians, coaches, officials, and support staff after the delegation wrapped up its Tokyo Paralympic Games campaign Sunday. “They were exceptional and dedicated Paralympians caught in a pandemic. … Continue reading
7TH PSC WOMEN’S MARTIAL ARTS FESTIVAL GOES VIRTUAL
PRESS RELEASE 7TH PSC WOMEN’S MARTIAL ARTS FESTIVAL GOES VIRTUAL Despite the limitations brought by the Covid-19 Pandemic the Philippine Sports Commission will continue its 7th Women’s Martial Arts Festival from July 8 to 31 through virtual events which will be joined by at least 1700 participants from all over the country.Delayed by a year … Continue reading
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