Philippine Paddling Federation

The Philippine Paddling Federation Family celebrates with love and gratitude its Secretary General's birthday today.🇵🇭🚣‍♀️🥳

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Ma'am Teresita Uy! 💙🎂💐🥂

Your dedication and heart continue to inspire us all. 🌊🤩❤️

🌊🚣 FREE Paddling Clinic – Open to All Ages! 🇵🇭✨

📍 Lakeshore, Taguig City

📅 September 12 (Saturday)
📅 September 13 (Sunday)
📅 September 19 (Saturday)
📅 September 20 (Sunday)

🕖 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Train and learn with our experienced coaches, who will guide you through paddling techniques, teamwork, and the joy of dragon boat racing. 💪🔥✨

This clinic is perfect for beginners, enthusiasts, and seasoned paddlers alike.👉

Come discover the good things paddling brings — fitness, discipline, camaraderie, and fun! 🌅🌊

REMINDER: Please bring your own life vests and paddles for safety and readiness.

🌊🚣 Happening Now – Celebrating World Lake Day with the City of Taguig - Lakeshore! 🇵🇭✨

Dragon boat exhibition games are in full swing, showcasing teamwork, strength, and community spirit. 🙌

A huge thank you to the Alliance of Masters, Basilan Barracuda Dragon Boat Club, Riptide Dragon Boat Team, and the passionate paddlers of Taguig City from different barangays for joining today’s celebration. 💪🔥

This is just the beginning — watch out for more events to come as we continue to make waves together! 🌅🌊

The Philippine Paddling Federation is truly grateful to have been part of this meaningful event — thank you for the opportunity, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan!

PUERTO PRINCESA BAGS TWO MAJOR HONORS AT PHILIPPINE SPORTS TOURISM AWARDS

Puerto Princesa City earned two major recognitions at the 7th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards, receiving the Event Organizer of the Year (Public) and Emerging Destination of the Year (2025) awards during the ceremony held on August 24, 2026, at the Manila Marriott Hotel.

Mayor Lucilo R. Bayron, together with City Tourism Officer Demetrio Alvior, received the awards on behalf of the City Government and the people of Puerto Princesa. Joining the Mayor on stage are key sports and tourism dignitaries, including PSC Chairperson Patrick Gregorio, DOT Undersecretary Shahlimar Hofer Tamano, and SELRAHCO President Charles Lim.

The twin recognitions highlight the city’s growing reputation as a sports tourism destination and its capability to organize and host major local, national, and international sporting events.

Throughout 2025, Puerto Princesa maintained an active sports calendar, hosting several notable events that brought athletes, delegates, and visitors to the city, including:

* World Table Tennis Youth Contender (February 12-15, 2025)
* IRONMAN 70.3 / Princesa Run / IRONKIDS (February 28–March 2, 2025)
* MIMAROPA RAA Meet (March 10–15, 2025)
* Philippine Beach Games (May 1–4, 2025)
* 4th International Dragon Boat Club Crew Festival & National Open 2025 (October 23–26, 2025)

These events showcased Puerto Princesa’s ability to host diverse sporting competitions while generating opportunities for hotels, restaurants, transportation providers, tourism establishments, local businesses, and communities.

The latest honors build on the city’s growing track record in sports tourism. Puerto Princesa was previously recognized as Organizer of the Year (Government) at the 6th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards and successfully hosted the 2024 ICF Dragon Boat World Championships, welcoming elite paddlers from around the world.

Under Mayor Bayron’s leadership, the City Government, through the City Sports Office and City Tourism Office, continues to strengthen partnerships and support initiatives that bring major sporting events to Puerto Princesa while showcasing the city’s facilities, natural attractions, and hospitality.

The momentum continues in 2026 as Puerto Princesa prepares to host two major international table tennis events: the WTT Youth Contender Puerto Princesa from September 3 to 6, 2026, followed by the WTT Feeder Puerto Princesa from September 8 to 12, 2026.

Looking ahead to 2027, Puerto Princesa will once again take the international stage as host of the ICF Dragon Boat Club Crew World Championships from October 28 to 31, 2027, further strengthening the city’s presence on the global sports tourism map.

With two new national recognitions and more international sporting events ahead, Puerto Princesa continues to strengthen its position as a premier sports tourism destination, bringing the city to an even wider global stage.

Congratulations, Puerto Princesa!

🌊🚣‍♀️ The 3rd Iloilo City Paddling Festival — August 22–23, 2026 🚣‍♂️🌊

Two incredible days at the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand filled with cheers, discipline, and unity! Athletes, coaches, officials, and the paddling community came together in a true celebration of sportsmanship and fellowship. ✨💙🏆

Official Results

U18 Girls – 250M Small Boat
🥇 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥈 Iloilo Dragons
🥉 Leganes Dragons

U18 Boys – 250M Small Boat
🥇 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥈 Iloilo Dragons
🥉 Leganes Dragons

Mixed – 250M Standard
🥇 Boracay Thunder Force
🥈 Mua Tala
🥉 Aklan Dagyab

Masters Mixed – 250M Small Boat
🥇 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥈 Boracay Thunder Force
🥉 Aklan Dagyab

Open – 250M Small Boat
🥇 Canoe Kayak CYP
🥈 Mua Tala
🥉 Aklan Dagyab

U18 Girls – 100M Small Boat
🥇 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥈 Iloilo Dragons
🥉 Leganes Dragons

U18 Boys – 100M Small Boat
🥇 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥈 Iloilo Dragons
🥉 Leganes Dragons

Mixed – 100M Standard
🥇 Mua Tala
🥈 Sugbu Mighty Dragons
🥉 Basilan Barracuda

Masters Mixed – 100M Small Boat
🥇 Boracay Thunder Force
🥈 Riptide
🥉 Sugbu Mighty Dragons

Open – 100M Small Boat
🥇 Iwahig Boys
🥈 Boracay Thunder Force
🥉 Mua Tala

✨ The Philippine Paddling Federation extends heartfelt thanks to:

Iloilo National High School - amazing organizers and event partners.

Hon. Raisa Treñas‑Chu, Mayor of Iloilo City, for her leadership and support.

The Philippine Sports Commission and Commissioner Fritz Gaston for their steadfast backing.

Our dedicated technical officials, coaches, athletes, and guests who made this festival truly remarkable.

Together, we paddled, we celebrated, and we strengthened the bonds of our paddling family.

Padayon kita, Iloilo!

Mabuhay ang Philippine Paddling Family!🙌

Iloilo City is set for another unforgettable day on the water. 🌊💙

See you at the 3rd Iloilo City Paddling Festival — cheer loud, paddle strong, and let’s make history together! 🇵🇭✨

The 3rd Iloilo City Paddling Festival kicked off with energy, unity, and pride!

From the parade of athletes to the cultural performances, eye dotting, and fellowship — the paddling spirit was alive and unstoppable. 🌊💙

A huge thank you to our partners, Iloilo National High School, City Mayor’s Office, Philippine Sports Commission, athletes, officials, and the Iloilo community for making this celebration truly unforgettable. 🙌

Padayon kita, Iloilo! Mabuhay ang Philippine Paddling Family! 🇵🇭🔥

The Philippine Paddling Federation (PPF) extends our deepest gratitude to Nenette for the wonderful partnership shared from 2010 to 2019 with the Boracay Island Paddling Association (BIPA). Her dedication and support helped strengthen our paddling community and brought lasting memories to the sport we love.

The entire Philippine paddling family is deeply saddened by her sudden loss.

We send our prayers of comfort and strength to her family and friends during this time of grief.

Nenette Aguire Graf, rest easy. You remain forever in our hearts. 💙🌊💐🙏