The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) launched its first-ever MMDA Cup 2024 at Filoil Ecooil Centre in San Juan City in an effort to promote friendship and camaraderie among government employees while participating in various games.
MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benhur Abalos, San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora and other Metro Manila mayors, and coach Pido Jarencio, tournament director, led the opening ceremony of the inaugural MMDA Cup 2024.
The MMDA Cup 2024 aims to help and encourage government employees to actively participate in sports for a healthier and more active lifestyle.
Players from the 17 Metro Manila local government units and national government agencies will show off their sporting skills through basketball.
According to Artes, the MMDA Cup is a celebration of sportsmanship and camaraderie among LGUs and NGAs, and a platform for fostering unity and cooperation within communities.
“T thank Atty. Artes for the initiative of bringing the LGUs together through the MMDA Cup.”
For his part, Abalos highlighted the importance of teamwork, not only in the game but most especially in serving the public.
Meanwhile, Zamora expressed his gratitude to Artes for the initiative of bringing the LGUs together through the MMDA Cup.
In attendance at the opening ceremony were Navotas City Mayor John Rey Tiangco, Pasay City Mayor Imelda Calixto- Rubiano, and Manila City Mayor Honey Lacuna.
Professional basketball players and UAAP Champion Ricci Rivero, DLSU’s JC Macalalang, and 4-peat UAAP Champion from National University volleyball player Joshua Retamar were also there.
The sports tournament started with a parade of teams of basketball and volleyball players. Muses from participating agencies strutted around the venue while showcasing elegance and style. Paranaque city government’s Nicole Grencio was awarded as Best Muse.
Professional basketball players and UAAP Champion Ricci Rivero, DLSU’s JC Macalalang, and 4-peat UAAP Champion from National University volleyball player Joshua Retamar also gave their messages of support for the sports tournament and encouragement to the players.
The MMDA Cup 2024 is in partnership with Philhealth Insurance Corporation, Joyride Philippines, and San Miguel Corporation. The games are also sponsored by International Solid Waste Integrated Management Specialist, Inc. (ISWIMS), Cleanfuel Group of Companies, SM Supermalls, Cherry, Maynilad, Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc. (PSMBFI), and Manila Electric Company (Meralco).
