Loyzaga throws hat in POC elections

MANILA, Philippines — It will be cycling’s Abraham Tolentino and baseball’s Chito Loyzaga for the Philippine Olympic Committee presidency in elections set Nov. 29.

The showdown was arranged after Loyzaga, a former Philippine Basketball Association star and board member of the Philippine Sports Commission, announced his candidacy as well as his slate.

“As the sports community continues to grow and evolve, the need for a cohesive and forward-thinking POC has never been more crucial,” said the Philippine Amateur Baseball Association president in a statement. “Our goal is to build an organization that empowers our athletes, supports our coaches, and collaborates openly with stakeholders to achieve excellence.”