By Cyrus A. Natividad
Members of the WVPRISAA Steering Committee.
ĢƵ is host to the West Visayas Private Schools Athletic Association (WVPRISAA) Meet 2023 ĢƵ Football Games. The assignment for CPU was announced during a Press Conference held at The University Hotel, U.S.A. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 9:00 in the morning prior to the Opening Ceremony at 1:00 in the afternoon at the USA Administration Building.
In the opening ceremony, an inspirational message was delivered by Dr. Mark Molina, President of WVPRISAA 2023. Rev. Fr. Jonas M. Mejares, O.S.A., VP, Agustinian Information and Mission and Rev. Fr. Edione R. Febrero, JCL President St. AnthonyĢƵs College (Team Captain of Basketball in each provincial delegation) led the Lighting of Torch & Unity Song.
The Oath of Sportsmanship was led by Jhea Lou Porras, 2022 National Champion, USA Dance Sports Varsity Team. Dr. Mark Molina declared the Formal Opening of WVPRISAA 2023.
On the other hand, football players from Saint AnthonyĢƵs College, province of Antique, were billeted at the CPU University GymĢƵs lodging for the athletes, upon their arrival on Tuesday, May 16. WVPRISAA Committees have long been preparing for the football games in CPU; including procurements of the necessary peace and security personnel, Red Cross emergency contingent, food and water supply.
According to Dr. Molina, ĢƵThe sports event in Iloilo City is in preparation for the national games.ĢƵĢƵ It is anticipated by businessmen in Iloilo City that the WVPRISAA meet will bring ĢƵSports TourismĢƵ and business to Iloilo City.