Unveiling the Future: Uniting Schools and  Inspiring Futures

The Opening of the Federation of APPSAM-MAPESA-MAPPRESA, Inc. (FAMMPSA) Sportsfest was held on November 8, 2023, at PCC Manila’s Gymnasium with different schools participating.

First, the event started with an exciting march by each school. It began with the singing of the Philippine National Anthem and was followed by an opening prayer. 

Next, it was followed by the speech of Dr. Sining M. Kotah, the President of FAMMPSA. She asked some players from the schools, “Do you enjoy playing sports in FAMMPSA? Why?” The students replied that they were there to represent their respective schools, to have fun, and to welcome other schools to join FAMMPSA. She also stated: ”The essence of this is that we win peacefully, we win with honor, we win with making friends, and we win together as a big family.”

Then was the lighting of the torch, wherein representatives from schools joined together to light a torch and mark the opening of FAMMPSA Sportsfest.

After that,  there was a dance performance by the PCC Salinlahi dance troupe. This was followed by the dance performance by Perpetual Help College.

Next, was a ceremonial toss by Dr. Kotah. The ball was tossed into the air to show respect for each other.

Lastly, to close the event, Dr. Divina Grace Gaspar, the Vice President of FAMMPSA (for APSSAM), thanked all for doing their best in their respective sports. She stated that “We use the power of sports to bring together FAMMPSA.”