October 24, 2025 โ The official send-off ceremony for Panabo Cityโs delegates to Batang Pinoy 2025 began with a Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Lou Jake Colanires, Parish Priest of Mary Mediatrix of All Grace Quasi, at the City Hall Lobby.
Wearing uniforms filled with hope and enthusiasm, the delegation proudly carried the name of Panabo City. The team consists of 185 athletes, 39 coaches, and 6 officials heading to Batang Pinoy 2025 in General Santos City.
Team Panabo will compete in Athletics, Aquatic Swimming, Archery, Basketball, Badminton, Chess, Cycling, Dance Sports, Futsal, Gymnastics, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Sepak Takraw, Wrestling, and Wushu.
The event in General Santos City will run from October 25 to 31, 2025. It is a program of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) that aims to develop youth talent through sports.
A motivational message was delivered by City Councilor Josie Mary โBoss JMโ Relampagos to the delegates, emphasizing that the local government continuously supports programs and activities for sports and youth development. She said:
“Your dedication, discipline, and determination in representing our city at Batang Pinoy 2025 make us very proud. Win or lose, you have already honored Panabo by stepping onto the national stage and carrying the name of our city with pride.”
The LGU Panabo, under the leadership of Mayor Jose E. Relampagos, also expressed gratitude to the coaches for their constant guidance and sacrifice, as well as to the parents for trusting and allowing their children to represent Panabo City.
The program was also joined by Executive Secretary Jo-anne Gentiles Relampagos, Sports Coordinator Ryan Jay Requidan, and the parents of the athletes.
Good luck and God bless Team Panabo! Panaboans are proud of you!
We pray for your safe travels, daily success, and ultimate victory. ๐
๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ฎ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ผ, ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐๐ข!
|MCG
Photos: Christian Costaรฑemo