09/07/2025
ANTS SK Fed turns over 30K worth of rubberized mats to support school sports development
Ankileng, Nacagang, Taccong, and Suyo (ANTS) Sangguniang Kabataan Federation officially handed over 18 pieces of rubberized mats valued at โฑ30,000 to Ankileng National High School to strengthen its physical education and sports development programs.
The donation was made possible through the proceeds of the 'Kick for Impact' Sepak Takraw Regu Invitational Tournament for a Cause, organized by the ANTS SK Federation last April 24โ25, 2025, at the Ankileng NHS covered court in Sagada, Mountain Province.
โToday, we are here not just for a simple turnover but to celebrate a meaningful step towards development, one that symbolizes teamwork, opportunity, discipline, and health,โ said Jonna Balacang, SK Chair of Nacagang and overall coordinator of the tournament, during her message. She further emphasized that the mats should be maximized for PE classes, sports training, and other worthwhile activities.
โWeโre in full support because we believe that you all have the potential to grow stronger, to compete, to lead, and to inspire others. Baka yung isa sa inyo, future varsity player o kaya next Olympic gold medalist,โ Balacang added in closing.
Meanwhile, SSLG Vice President Dale Pangdes, along with outgoing Sports Club President Kerry Paul Kiwang and incoming President Ethan Dapliyan, expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the donation and pledged to take good care of the equipment.
In her remarks, School Head Bridgette Bagano recognized the efforts and initiatives of the SK Federation in promoting youth-focused programs and activities that nurture studentsโ holistic development.
The Kick for Impact Sepak Takraw Tournament was organized in partnership with the Sagada LGU, Mountain Province Sepak Takraw Club, Inc. (MPSTCI), and the Ankileng NHS-SSLG and Southern Defenders Sports Club.
๐ธJasmine Buteng