The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is starting the construction of a P360-million student-athlete dormitory in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac.
鈥淭he presence of the National Academy of Sports (NAS) in New Clark City reflects BCDA鈥檚 belief that investing in our youth is essential to nation-building,鈥 BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang said in a statement over the weekend.
鈥淏y equipping our young athletes with world-class resources and facilities, we are not only developing champions in sports 鈥 we are nurturing the future leaders of our country,鈥 he added.
To be developed in partnership with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), the 1,500-square-meter dormitory can house up to 400 student-athletes and is targeted for completion in 2026.
It will feature 28 rooms, an atrium, a dining hall, recreational spaces, a kitchen, a dishwashing area, administrative offices, and laundry and utility rooms.
鈥淥ur student-athletes deserve nothing less than a world-class environment where they can train聽harder, dream bigger, and shine brighter,鈥 Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said.
鈥淭hanks to BCDA, every part of this campus 鈥 from classrooms to courts 鈥 was built not only to inspire, but to demonstrate our commitment to helping young athletes realize their full potential,鈥 she added.
Aside from the dormitory, the BCDA is also constructing a new gymnasium and a dedicated gymnastics floor.
鈥淐urrently, NAS is home to 270 student-athletes enrolled in various academic and athletic disciplines,鈥 BCDA said.
鈥淲ith the addition of new facilities, New Clark City continues to emerge as a premier destination for world-class sports infrastructure鈥攕haping not just athletes, but future champions of the nation,鈥 it added. 鈥斅Justine Irish D. Tabile
