07/06/2026
A Heartfelt Message of Gratitude
As the curtains close on the 2nd Protech & Ormoc City Piña National Age-Group Badminton Tournament 2026, our hearts are filled with immense gratitude and pride. What began as a vision to promote badminton and provide opportunities for young athletes has once again become a remarkable celebration of sportsmanship, friendship, and excellence.
To all the players, thank you for bringing your passion, determination, and fighting spirit onto the courts. Every match showcased not only your skills but also your character, discipline, and love for the sport. You are the reason this tournament continues to inspire and grow.
To all the coaches and trainers, thank you for your unwavering dedication in developing our young athletes. Your guidance, patience, and commitment have helped shape not only better badminton players but also responsible and resilient individuals.
To all the parents and guardians, thank you for your endless support and sacrifices. Your encouragement, trust, and belief in your children make their dreams possible. This event would not have been successful without your active participation and support.
We extend our sincerest appreciation to Mr. Datuk Ronnie Chong, Managing Director of Protech Malaysia, and Mr. KM Chong, Business Development Manager of Protech Malaysia, for gracing this event with your presence. Your support and continued belief in the development of badminton at the grassroots level inspire us to pursue greater opportunities for Filipino athletes. Your partnership strengthens the bridge between Protech Philippines and Protech Malaysia in nurturing the next generation of champions.
Our heartfelt thanks also go to Protech VisMin, headed by its Managing Director, Mr. Adonis Lima, for the invaluable support and commitment in making this tournament a success. Your dedication to badminton development continues to create meaningful opportunities for young players across the region.
Special recognition is given to our hardworking Technical Committee, led by Ms. Ma Jennifer Brosula and Ms. Ma Judith Brosula, together with the entire officiating team, marshals, and volunteers. Your professionalism, dedication, and tireless efforts ensured the smooth and successful ex*****on of the tournament from start to finish. Behind every successful event is a team that works quietly and diligently, and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
We also express our deepest gratitude to the City Government of Ormoc for its unwavering support and commitment to sports development. Through your partnership, this tournament has become more than just a competition—it has become a platform for discovering and nurturing young talents from all over the country. Your continued support for grassroots sports programs helps inspire the next generation, providing young athletes with opportunities to grow, compete, and dream bigger.
We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Philippine Badminton Association (PBAD) for once again entrusting Protech Philippines with the responsibility of organizing and conducting a National Ranking System (PNRS)-sanctioned tournament. This trust reflects our shared commitment to elevating Philippine badminton and providing quality competitive opportunities for athletes nationwide. Special thanks to PBAD Secretary General, Ms. Shawntel Nieto, for her continued guidance, support, and confidence in Protech’s capability to deliver a tournament that upholds the highest standards of organization, integrity, and athlete development. Your support plays a vital role in strengthening grassroots badminton and creating pathways for young players to progress toward higher levels of competition.
This partnership continues to demonstrate how collaboration between national sports leaders and grassroots organizers can help shape the future of Philippine badminton and inspire the next generation of champions.
To all our sponsors, partners, supporters, and stakeholders, thank you for believing in our mission. Your generosity and support have helped make this event possible and have contributed significantly to the growth of badminton in the Philippines.
This tournament stands as a testament to what can be achieved when a community comes together for a common purpose: to develop grassroots badminton, empower young athletes, and build a brighter future for Philippine badminton.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this incredible journey. We celebrate not only the champions who stood on the podium but every athlete, coach, parent, official, volunteer, and supporter who contributed to the success of this event.
Together, we continue to grow the game, inspire young dreams, and build the future of Philippine badminton—one shuttle, one match, and one athlete at a time.
Maraming salamat, and we look forward to seeing you again in the next Protech tournament!
