“Part of the program ng ROTC is ang development ng youth. Dito natin pinasok ang sports development, incorporating the other activities ng ROTC, which are also preparing them being the standby reserve of the country dahil kailangan natin ‘yan in case of emergencies… So, this is part of the development of the [ROTC] program,” Talja noted

Talja added that there are already 1,049 students coming from regions 6, 7, and 8 who committed to participate in the PRG, which will feature seven sporting events, namely Athletics, Arnis, Boxing, Kickboxing, Basketball, Volleyball, and E-Sports.

The general also revealed that the ROTC Games was conceptualized by Senator 

“As we have observed, the Reserve Officers Training Corps has played an integral role in shaping the character and leadership of our youth for generations. It instills discipline and a sense of duty and develops the skills necessary for them to become productive citizens. These young cadets represent the future of our nation, and it is heartening to witness their dedication to service,” Treñas said.

The Iloilo City Government also committed to be in-charge for the preparation of the opening and closing programs of the event, and will host a dinner for the guests and VIPs that will attend the ROTC Games.

Dr. Joselito Villaruz, President of the host school, WVSU, on the other hand, said that the event will serve as a venue to promote, not just sportsmanship, but the importance of health and wellness to the students.

“We want a human capital or human resources for the country that are healthy and alert, so that is why our ROTC Game