Sunday, October 12, 2008

Davao del Norte : Future Sports Capital of Mindanao




Davao del Norte Governor Rodolfo P. del Rosario on Tuesday morning led officials in unveiling here the development plan of the proposed modern Davao del Norte Sports Complex, a monumental project which will make the province the premier sports center of Mindanao. Senator Pia S. Ceyetano was the province's guest of honor during the unveiling ceremonies, which coincided with Davao del Norte's 41st founding anniversary. Del Rosario and Cayetano were joined by Vice Governor Victorio Suaybaguio Jr., former governor Prospero Amatong, Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez and other Provincial Government officials in unveiling the development billboard of the state-of-the-art sports complex to the cheers of guests and students in attendance. The proposed sports complex, which costs P270 million and features an Olympic-size swimming pool, main bleacher and aquatic center,is targeted for completion in 365 days. The project will rise at the old sports complex in Mankilam. Del Rosario, in his brief opening remarks, said the sports complex is an indication that Davao del Norte is developing fast. "So much is accomplished in so little time," Del Rosario said. "We are building yet another vision that hopefully will be realized in the near future," he added. During the program prior to the unveiling, provincial engineer Josie Jean R. Rabanoz gave a briefer of the proposed sports complex. Provincial sports coordinator Anthony G. del Rosario is optimistic that the province's modern sports complex will lead to possible hosting of major sports events like the Palarong Pambansa. Ramirez immediately gave Davao del Norte the right to host the Mindanao Friendship Games next year. This is aside from the P1 million-worth boxing ring from China he is donating to the province.







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