Community Spirit Soars as Tatay Bong-Boking Basketball Cup Kicks Off in Mabalacat
Source: news.source.sunstar
The Tatay Bong-Boking Basketball Cup, launched in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, brings together 27 local teams in a tournament aimed at promoting grassroots sports and community engagement. Spearheaded by businessman Rodolfo 'Tatay Bong' Pineda and former Mayor Marino 'Boking' Morales, the event seeks to foster peace and encourage youth participation in sports. The opening ceremony was attended by Vice Mayor Geld Aquino and other officials, marking the start of a competition with significant cash prizes for the winners.
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The Tatay Bong-Boking Basketball Cup was launched on Easter Sunday, April 20, in Mabalacat City.
27 teams from different barangays are participating in the tournament.
The event is led by businessman Rodolfo 'Tatay Bong' Pineda and former Mayor Marino 'Boking' Morales.
The tournament aims to promote grassroots sports development and community peace.
Pineda plans to build basketball courts across the city to encourage youth sports participation.
Morales highlighted the tournament's role in providing recreational opportunities and keeping youth away from vices.
Vice Mayor Geld Aquino and other officials attended the opening ceremony.
Significant cash prizes are offered, with the grand champion receiving P300,000.
