Candon City in Ilocos Sur will put up a regional training center for archery in Northern Luzon.
Talks between the Philippine Sports Commission, World Archery Philippines and Candon City Mayor Eric D. Singson will make this possible.
PSC chairman Patrick Gregorio and WAP president Bing Reaport discussed plans with Singson during a meeting last Friday.
“One day in the future, an Olympian will come from Candon,” said Gregorio, following the meeting.
Archery officials believe that in having a center in Candon, they hope to make the Philippines a key contender in the international stage.
This is because of vast interest in the sport in Candon.
“We are opening the doors for the archers to train in the conducive environment and give them a fighting chance against the world’s best,” said Singson in a statement.
Sports officials shared their plans with Singson on launching a strategic and comprehensive program, while also turning over around 25 basic archery equipment.
Reaport is also in talks with city officials over the hosting of an invitational tournament next year.
“That’s our commitment. We will bring that in Candon City,” said Reaport.
