13/09/2026
๐ A NIGHT TO REMEMBER FOR DAVAO PADDLING SPORTS! ๐
The Davao City Paddling Association (DACPA) is deeply honored to be recognized as one of the awardees during the 2026 Davao Sports Heroes Night, receiving a Plaque of Recognition for our efforts in promoting and developing paddling sports in Davao City. ๐ถ๐
This recognition is more than an awardโit is a testament to the collective effort of our paddlers, coaches, volunteers, parents, partners, and supporters who continue to believe in the power of sports to build stronger communities and inspire the next generation.
๐ Our heartfelt gratitude to the Davao Sportswriters Association for this meaningful recognition and for giving paddling sports a platform to be seen and celebrated.
We also extend our appreciation to Philippine Sports Commissioner and 1992 Olympian, Walter Francis Torres for promoting the PSCโs vision of โGrassroots to Gold, Gold to Greatness.โ Your commitment to developing athletes from the grassroots level reminds us that every champion starts with an opportunity to learn, train, and dream.
Our sincere thanks as well to Senator B**g Gofor his continued efforts in prioritizing sports for the youth and for supporting Filipino athletes every step of the way. ๐ต๐ญ๐
We would also like to express our deepest gratitude to Davao City Sports Development Division OIC Mikey Aportadera for his continuous support of our paddling programs and for helping create more opportunities for athletes and aspiring paddlers in Davao City.
This award inspires us to paddle farther, work harder, and continue building opportunities for young Dabawenyos through paddling sports.
From grassroots to greatnessโletโs keep paddling forward! ๐ช๐
PADDLE PROUD, DABAW! ๐ถ๐