THREE more high school students have joined the global community of Jordan Wings scholars who will achieve their dreams of excelling in life by pursuing quality higher education.
The Jordan Brand Wings Scholars Program, the global community impact initiative dedicated to providing educational opportunities to underprivileged youth, welcomed three outstanding youth from Davao City, Batangas province and Los Baños, Laguna who will receive four-year scholarships that will allow them to pursue the course of their choice at Ateneo de Manila University.
Maica Garcia from Ateneo de Davao University high school, Sofia Pequieras from Fame Academy of Science and Technology in Cuenca, Batangas and Dan Cabangunay from University of the Philippines Rural High School in Los Baños, Laguna will enjoy full scholarships at the Ateneo and also benefit from mentorship programs. Jordan Brand Wings works with more than 30 partners globally to unlock access to education and mentorship for disadvantaged youth.
Kiefer Ravena, the first Filipino athlete to join the Jordan brand, welcomed the newest Wings scholars to the Jordan Wings family. “I know the gift of education is one of the best things we can have because it can bring us closer to our dreams. Jordan aims to connect that gap for you to get closer to your dreams and motivate the next generation of game-changers,” Kiefer said.
The Wings scholars program is inspired by Michael Jordan’s legacy and commitment to education and imparts his guiding principle of perseverance against all odds in pursuit of a goal – on and off the court.
Jordan Brand’s long-term commitment to the Philippines has continued to make a lasting impact in this country with a deep love for basketball. The program first took root in 2022 when the first Jordan Wings scholars were announced to the world. The Philippines became the first country in Southeast Asia to join the global Wings initiative after North America, China and France. It continues to inspire youth around the world to achieve greatness on their own terms.
“Wings will always strive to empower youth and let them discover their own greatness. It’s education that opens doors and unlocks that greatness. The brand is all about creating a level playing field that promotes diversity, inclusion and equality. We believe the ball should bounce the same for everyone,” says Jino L. Ferrer, Country Marketing Manager, Nike Philippines.
In partnership with children’s rights organization, Bahay Tuluyan, the scholars will also be provided with personalized coaching, career guidance and mentorship throughout their four-year tenure at the university.
Maica Angela Garcia will pursue an AB degree in Diplomacy and Internal Relations at Ateneo, while Sofia Theresa Pequieras and Dan Anthony Cabangunay will both take up Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics – Master in Data Science.
Many of the 3rd batch of Jordan Brand Wings scholars are first-generation college students in their families, a testament to the program’s dedication to breaking barriers and creating opportunities for underprivileged youth.
“The Batch of 2028 will continue to pursue the spirit of excellence inspired by the Jordan Wings Scholarship Program and like the scholars who came before them, they will pay it forward to the community – a value that accurately reflects the Jordan Brand’s mission and purpose,” added Ferrer.
