Updates on the Philippines Palarong Pambansa 2025
- Melissa Santañez
- May 30
- 2 min read
The 65th Palarong Pambansa is currently underway in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, showcasing the athletic prowess of over 15,000 student-athletes from across the Philippines. The event, which began on May 24 and runs until May 30, 2025, was officially opened by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Ferdinand E. Marcos Memorial Stadium. A notable feature of this year's opening ceremony was the unveiling of a solar-powered "Palaro Light Beam," symbolizing Ilocos Norte's commitment to renewable energy .
🏅 Medal Standings (as of May 29, 2025)
The National Capital Region (NCR) leads the medal tally with 73 golds, 51 silvers, and 27 bronzes. Calabarzon (Region IV-A) follows with 30 golds, 44 silvers, and 40 bronzes, while Western Visayas (Region VI) holds third place with 24 golds, 33 silvers, and 27 bronzes .
Source: Cebu Daily News
🌟 Notable Performances
Central Visayas: Despite slipping to eighth place, the region has seen standout performances. Archer Naina Dominique Tagle from Dumaguete City secured four gold medals in the secondary girls’ archery events, breaking her own records in the 30-meter and 1,440 Round events. Additionally, swimmer Kacie Gabrielle Tionko contributed a gold in the 1,500-meter freestyle . Source: Cebu Daily News
Western Visayas: In a significant upset, Western Visayas defeated the defending champions NCR in the secondary boys' basketball quarterfinals with a score of 76–67, ending NCR's bid for back-to-back titles . Source: GMA Network News
Davao Region: The Davao Eagles advanced to the semifinals in basketball after a strong fourth-quarter performance against Central Luzon, showcasing their resilience and strategic play . Source: Facebook
🏟️ Event Highlights
The Palarong Pambansa features a diverse range of sports, including archery, swimming, gymnastics, and basketball. The events are held across various venues in Ilocos Norte, with the Marcos Stadium serving as the central hub for athletics and the opening ceremony .
As the competition draws to a close, athletes continue to demonstrate exceptional talent and sportsmanship, embodying the spirit of the Palarong Pambansa.
For more updates and live coverage, you can visit the official Palarong Pambansa Facebook page or watch highlights from the opening ceremony below:
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