Davao City Leads Charge at Palarong Pambansa with High Hopes for Medal Haul
Source: news.source.sunstar
Davao City athletes are set to spearhead the Davao Region Athletic Association (Davraa) Eagles at the 65th Palarong Pambansa in Laoag City, with nearly half of the regional delegation coming from Davao. The city's superintendent, Reynante Solitario, expressed confidence in the athletes, particularly in dancesports, pencak silat, arnis, swimming, basketball, and volleyball. Preparations for the event are nearly complete, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. set to speak at the opening ceremony. However, concerns about water shortages and high temperatures have led to adjustments in the event's schedule.
Key Points
Davao City athletes make up almost 50% of the Davraa delegation to the Palarong Pambansa.
Davao City's dancesports team is expected to repeat its strong performance from the previous year.
Optimism is high for pencak silat, arnis, swimming, basketball, and volleyball.
The opening ceremony of the Palarong Pambansa is 98% prepared, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as the keynote speaker.
Water shortage and high temperatures are major concerns, leading to schedule adjustments and water conservation efforts.
The event is themed 'Nagkakaisang Kapuluan' and involves 15,675 delegates from 17 regions.
