06/05/2024
Public officials and politicians have much to learn from young athletes, according to Senator Imee R. MarcosS, who spoke at the opening of the CARAGA Regional Athletic Games 2024 held in Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur on May 5.
Marcos highlighted the role of sports in the holistic development of the youth, particularly in instilling discipline, sacrifice, teamwork, fair competition and leadership.
The senator stressed that sports activities are a way of discouraging the use of illegal drugs among the youth.
Speaking partly in Cebuano, Marcos also lauded the “transformation” of the provinces of Agusan del Norte and Agusan del Sur, whom she said are now “open for business” after decades of terrorism, poverty and hardship.