vivo, UA&P inspire young athletes in Quezon City

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The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) Community Outreach Program, with the invaluable support of vivo and the Quezon City local government unit and Councilor Vito Sotto Generoso’s office, hosted a heartwarming Football Champions League that showcased the talents and enthusiasm of young athletes from the local community.

On November 30, 2024, children from 10 barangays in Quezon City participated in a mini-tournament featuring mixed teams, as well as age divisions from under 10 to under 14 years old.

UA&P Men's Futsal Team Coach Christian Dominguez, who initiated the outreach, shared that the program began before the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We gathered the kids from our neighborhood so they could have fun, meet each other, and eventually, I suggested that we turn it into a community outreach program. After the pandemic, we resumed the program and were fortunate enough to partner with an LGU to help fund and support our efforts,” Dominguez shared.

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Dominguez added that the program’s long-term goal is to build a competitive team in Culiat that could eventually represent the city at the Palarong Pambansa. He also expressed gratitude for vivo’s ongoing support as vivo has played an instrumental role in the program's growth by providing the necessary resources and support.

Glenn Chiu, Assistant Brand Marketing Director at vivo Philippines, said, “At vivo, we’re proud to support programs like this that nurture young talent and promote active lifestyles. Our partnership with UA&P allows us to inspire the next generation of athletes.”

The success of the event highlighted the power of community and sports in shaping the future of young athletes. With vivo’s continued support, the program will no doubt inspire even more local youth to engage in sports, foster teamwork, and pursue excellence in all aspects of their lives.

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UA&P vivo Inter-Collegiate Futsal Tournament kicks off with exciting matches

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The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) vivo Intercollegiate Futsal Tournament officially kicked off on September 21, 2024, with thrilling matches and an exciting start to the season.

Organized in partnership with vivo, the UA&P Physical Education Department and the Men’s Futsal Varsity Team, the tournament promises weeks of intense competition among top university teams.

In his opening remarks, Glenn Chiu, vivo Assistant Brand Marketing Manager, highlighted vivo’s commitment to fostering both fitness and innovation. He shared, “We’re proud to partner with UA&P’s Futsal Team, as it aligns with our passion for promoting an active lifestyle and excellence. This tournament is a testament to the positive impact sports bring to communities.”

vivo Assistant Brand Marketing Manager Glenn Chiu (in black shirt) is accompanied by Tournament Chair Nikko Alquiros, University Chaplain Father Carlos Estrada, and University Officer John D Borra during the opening kick.

This year’s league showcases some of the country’s best university futsal teams, including UA&P, University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), Enderun Colleges, Rizal Technological University, University of Makati, and Treston International College. The tournament will run every Saturday until November 2024, held at the UA&P gymnasium.

In a dominating performance, the UA&P Men’s Futsal Team secured a resounding 13-3 victory over UPLB, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting season.

Meanwhile, Enderun Colleges and Treston International College also delivered a thrilling match on opening day, giving fans a taste of the fierce competition ahead. Enderun won with a score of 7-2.

vivo raffled off exclusive prizes during the event, including a speaker, bags, and Bluetooth earbuds, adding more excitement for attendees.

In addition to the tournament, vivo set up a two-day booth inviting students to join the vivo Club. This platform offers students exclusive perks, including internship opportunities, special event invitations, and other exciting experiences designed to help them connect with vivo and explore career-building opportunities.

Catch the games live at the UA&P gymnasium every Saturday or stream the matches through the UA&P Men’s Futsal Varsity Facebook page.

The collaboration marks vivo’s continued support of both local sports and community engagement, offering a platform for athletes to showcase their skills