a filipino triathlon coach

Last January 15, I headed the first leg of junior qualifiers for national triathlon program. Ten young boys attended the run clinic. Boys were previously selected from last year's sprint races (Supertri series, YMCA aquathlon and NAGTs). All are aspiring triathletes! Triathlon in the country gains more popularity among executive age-groupers, training camp here and there, races here and abroad. For 2011 my program's priority would be the youth, get them involve and open their minds that they are the hope of Philippine sports. It really caught my attention, when PSC chairman Jolly Gomez mentioned that only 5% of our youth population is into sports, 6% into drugs... so what's the proportion of 5% of our youths are competitive - enough to compete in asian level? I don't think so... The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) will revive Batang Sports and National games, this will add community awareness and youth involvement. We'll make sure triathlon will be included ...

So many things happened in the past, months of trials, struggles and had identified who are my real friends. Direction will be same, just can't avoid distractions along the journey - my purpose will continue. A quick update on what will happen for 2011: - new developmental squad; ages from 12yrs to 16yrs old potentials will be identified - target 2013 YOG! - assist potential youth/athlete to avail educational sponsorships, provide job opportunity...as doc kept saying winning podiums are just icing on top of the cake. - team Bikestop was born; located infront of Royal duty-free. bike services, drinks, shower and other multisport services (age-group camps). - bonding with my family - train, train and train for coach melvin :) - keep my blog updated "However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me..." Acts 20:24 NIV