Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No. 10394 
Introduced by Representative KHYMER ADAN T. OLASO 
Sports play a crucial role in the holistic development of individuals, fostering 
physical fitness, mental resilience, and character building. Recognizing the 
importance of sports in youth development, we advocate for the establishment of 
a Sports Academy in Zamboanga City, Philippines. Addressing the need for 
comprehensive sports education, Zamboanga City boasts a rich cultural heritage 
and a diverse population; however, there is a gap in the provision of 
comprehensive sports education and training facilities.  
The establishment of a Sports Academy will address this gap by providing 
structured programs catering to various sports disciplines. Additionally, 
Zamboanga City is home to many talented individuals who excel in sports; 
however, due to the lack of specialized training facilities and coaching expertise, 
many of these talents remain untapped. A Sports Academy will serve as a hub for 
talent identification and development, nurturing promising athletes and providing 
them with the resources needed to excel in their chosen fields.  
Moreover, in an era marked by sedentary lifestyles and increasing rates of obesity 
and lifestyle-related diseases, promoting physical activity and sports participation 
is essential for promoting health and well-being. A Sports Academy will 
encourage active living among the youth of Zamboanga City, thereby promoting 
health and well-being in the community. Additionally, research has shown a 
positive correlation between sports participation and academic achievement; by 
integrating sports education with academic curriculum, a Sports Academy can 
enhance the overall academic performance of students, fostering a well-rounded 
educational experience.  
Furthermore, a Sports Academy will foster excellence in sports by providing 
access to world-class training facilities, expert coaching, and specialized 
programs tailored to individual needs, thus elevating the level of competition and 
raising the profile of Zamboanga City in regional, national, and international 
sporting events.  
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Moreover, sports instill values such as discipline, teamwork, resilience, and 
leadership – qualities that are essential for success in all aspects of life; through 
structured sports programs, the Academy will nurture these qualities, 
empowering individuals to become responsible citizens and effective leaders in 
their communities. The sports industry offers a wide range of career 
opportunities, including coaching, sports management, sports medicine, and 
sports journalism, among others; by providing specialized training and education, 
a Sports Academy will prepare students for careers in the sports industry, 
contributing to economic growth and development in Zamboanga City.  
Additionally, sports have the power to bring people together, transcending 
barriers of age, gender, ethnicity, and social background; a Sports Academy will 
promote social inclusion and cohesion, providing opportunities for individuals 
from diverse backgrounds to come together, interact, and forge lifelong 
friendships. In conclusion, the establishment of a Sports Academy in Zamboanga 
City is both necessary and important for the holistic development of individuals, 
the promotion of health and well-being, the fostering of excellence in sports, and 
the creation of opportunities for career development.  
Thus, the passage of this bill is earnestly requested. 
KHYMER ADAN T. OLASO 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
Second Regular Session 
House Bill No.10394 
Introduced by Representative KHYMER ADAN T. OLASO 
AN ACT 
ESTABLISHING A SPORTS ACADEMY IN ZAMBOANGA CITY TO 
BE KNOWN AS ZAMBOANGA CITY SPORTS ACADEMY AND 
APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines 
in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the “Zamboanga City 
Academy of Sports for High School Students Act.”  
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. – It is the declared policy of the State to 
promote the sustained development of young Filipinos whose skills in the field of 
sports shall be encouraged and honed through education and specialized training 
programs.  
To this end, the State shall establish, maintain, and support a complete, adequate, 
and integrated system of education and training to advance the athletic talents and 
skills among the youth and promote the growth and development of young athletes 
nationwide.  
SECTION 3. Establishment. – There is hereby established a sports academy for 
high school in Zamboanga City to be known as the Zamboanga City Sports 
Academy. 
The Zamboanga City Sports Academy shall be administered by the Department 
of Education (DepEd), in coordination with the National Academy of Sports 
(NAS), and Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), for policy and program 


formulation and implementation.  
 
SECTION 4. Purpose. – The Zamboanga City Sports Academy shall offer 
secondary education purposely to develop the athletic skills and talents of          
high school students with considerable potential in sports in Zamboanga City 
and nearby provinces. The school curriculum shall place significant emphasis 
on developing the athletic skills of the students through subjects pertaining 
to physical education and sports.  
 
SECTION 5. Powers and Functions. – The Zamboanga City Sports Academy 
shall exercise the following powers and functions: 
 
(a) Formulate and implement policies, plans, and programs that shall 
promote the development and harness the potential of high school students; 
(b) Provide an integrated curriculum framework in order to optimize the 
potential of its students; 
     © Establish sports programs and school facilities; 
(d) Promote strategic partnerships and alliances with local and international 
        sports organizations and educational training institutions to enhance the 
             competitiveness of students and personnel; 
(e) Develop plans and programs that shall enhance the career 
  advancement opportunities of school personnel; 
(f) Establish guidelines for public-private partnerships in the 
implementation of sports programs of the school; and 
(g) Perform such other functions as may be required to implement the 
objectives of this Act. 
 
SECTION 6. School Director. – The Zamboanga City Sports Academy shall be 
headed by a School Director who shall be responsible for the administration and 
operation of the school.  
 
The School Director shall be assisted by an Assistant Director for Internal Affairs 
and an Assistant Director for External Affairs.  
 
SECTION 7. Sectoral and Industry Task Forces. – The Zamboanga City 
Sports Academy may create sectoral and industry task forces, technical        
working groups, advisory bodies or committees for the furtherance of its 
objectives.  The members of the sectoral and industry task forces may come from 
the agencies of the national government, government-owned and-controlled 
corporations, local government units, the academe, civil society organizations, 
sports organizations, and sports-related industrial organizations. The manner of 
selection of such members shall be provided under the rules and regulations to be 
formulated to implement the provisions of this Act.  


 
SECTION 8. Appropriations. – The amount necessary for the effective 
implementation of this Act shall be included in the DepEd budget in the annual 
General Appropriations Act.  
 
SECTION 9. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – Within ninety (90) days 
after the effectivity of this Act, the Secretary of Education shall, in consultation 
with the Executive Director of NAS, and the Chairperson of the PSC and other 
concerned agencies of the government, promulgate the rules and regulations 
implementing the provisions of this Act.  
 
SECTION 10. Separability Clause. – If any provision of this Act is held 
invalid or unconstitutional, the other provisions not so declared shall remain in 
force and effect.  
 
SECTION 11. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders and rules and 
regulations contrary to or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby 
repealed or amended accordingly. 
 
SECTION 12. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation. 
Approved