UST Embraces Challenge to Host 88th UAAP Season Amid Venue Conflicts
Source: news.source.abante
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) has accepted the responsibility to host the 88th season of the UAAP starting in September 2025. Despite potential scheduling and venue challenges due to concurrent international events like the 21st FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship and the 33rd Southeast Asian Games, UST is ready to manage the collegiate league. The university aims to foster unity and enthusiasm among students, alumni, and sports fans during the upcoming nine-month season.
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UST will host the 88th UAAP season starting in September 2025.
The hosting faces challenges due to overlapping events like the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship and Southeast Asian Games.
UST plans to use its Quadricentennial Pavilion Arena and Ateneo's Blue Eagles Gym initially due to venue availability issues.
UST's leadership, including Very Rev. Fr. Richard Ang and Fr. Rodel Cansancio, are optimistic and call for unity and support from the community.