PSA Forum Set to Spotlight Key Philippine Sports Developments
The Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) Forum returns this Tuesday, October 7, at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, as it presents a lineup packed with major developments in Philippine sports. The session, presented by San Miguel Corporation, the Philippine Sports Commission, the Philippine Olympic Committee, MILO, Smart/PLDT, and ArenaPlus, begins at 10:30 a.m. and is open to the public with livestreams and radio coverage to reach fans nationwide.
Mindanao Leg of the Indigenous Peoples Games
PSA Forum discussions will highlight the Mindanao leg of the Indigenous Peoples (IP) Games, a program spearheaded by Philippine Sports Commissioner Fritz Gaston. The focus will be on the upcoming events in Agusan del Norte and the Municipality of Buenavista, scheduled for October 11–12. Commissioner Gaston will share the goals of expanding participation among indigenous communities and the broader impact of these games on local athletes and the national sports landscape. The sessions aim to showcase how traditional games are being integrated into mainstream competition, promoting fitness, cultural pride, and youth engagement among indigenous groups in Mindanao.
Wushu in the Spotlight: World Championships and 2027 Hosting
Wushu takes center stage at the PSA Forum as Julian Camacho, Secretary-General of the Wushu Federation of the Philippines (WFP), appears for the first time in a long while. Camacho will discuss the country’s hosting and rigorous preparations for the World Wushu Championships, the biennial event slated to be hosted in the Philippines in 2027. The conversation will cover logistics, athlete development, venue readiness, and the broader plan to promote wushu on a global stage while leveraging the event to boost youth participation and national pride in martial arts.
What to Expect from the Forum
With the support of public and private partners, PSA Forum offers a platform for candid updates from sport officials, coaches, and federation leaders. Attendees can anticipate practical insights into how grassroots programs are aligned with international standards, the challenges of hosting a major world event, and the strategic steps being taken to ensure successful competitions and sport development for Filipinos across the country.
Broadcast and Access Details
For those who cannot attend in person, the PSA Forum will be livestreamed on the PSA Facebook page (fb.com/PhilippineSportswritersAssociation) and will be aired on a delayed basis over Radyo Pilipinas 2, which will also share it on its official Facebook page (Radyo Pilipinas 2 sports). This ensures fans nationwide can follow the latest updates on IP Games developments and the World Wushu Championships preparations while also engaging with the dialogue surrounding the country’s sports roadmap.
As the Philippines prepares for a busy schedule, the PSA Forum serves as a barometer of national sports momentum. The participation of Gaston and Camacho underscores a joint commitment among government bodies, sports federations, and private sponsors to elevate Philippine sports, celebrate indigenous sports traditions, and position the country for success on the world stage. The insights offered during the forum will likely shape policy discussions, funding priorities, and athlete development programs in the months ahead.
