Besides finding raw talents in the provinces, the Batang Pinoy has also been designed to keep the youth away from illegal drugs.
Philippine Sports Commission Chair Butch Ramirez and Dumaguete City Mayor Ipe Remollo signed a memorandum of agreement on Monday for the organization and hosting of the BP Visayas leg on Sept. 23 to 29.
The Dumaguete City meet will gather the best athletes 15 years old and below from the Visayas. It serves as the qualifying tournament for the BP national championships next year.
“The Batang Pinoy will not only boost tourism, it is also our way to actively lead the youth away from illegal drugs,” said Remollo during the MOA signing at Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Manila.
Dumaguete will take care of the accommodation of participants, security, local transport, medical personnel and other logistical requirements while the PSC will provide the funding, technical support and equipment.
“We are very happy with the partnership and we will continue to support the sports programs of Dumaguete,” said Ramirez.