Mayor Doy Leachon announced that the newly built Calapan City Coliseum will officially open its doors during the grand opening ceremonies of the Calapan City Athletic Association (CCAA) Season 21 on September 9.
According to the mayor, the Calapan City Coliseum will be more than just a venue for competitions. It is envisioned as the permanent home of the city’s athletes.
“Higit pa sa isang bagong pasilidad, ang Calapan City Coliseum ay ituturing na ‘Home of Calapeño Athletes’. Tahanang magiging saksi sa kanilang pagsasanay, laban, tagumpay, at mga pangarap,” said Leachon.
“Dito magsisimula ang mga kuwentong dadalhin ng ating mga atleta hanggang sa iba’t ibang lugar sa labas ng Mindoro, dala ang karangalan at pangalan ng mahal nating Calapan,” he added.
The opening of CCAA Season 21 is expected to bring together young athletes from schools across the city, who will showcase their talent, speed, discipline, courage, and competitive spirit in various sporting events.
Adding excitement to the historic celebration is the participation of one of the country’s most celebrated volleyball stars, Alyssa Valdez.
“At para lalo pang maging grand, electrifying, at tunay na makasaysayan ang pagbubukas ng CCAA Season 21 at ng bagong Calapan City Coliseum, isang volleyball icon ang makikiisa sa ating selebrasyon, the one and only ‘Phenom,’ Alyssa Valdez,” said Leachon.
“Isang pambihirang karangalan na makasama ang isang pangalan na hinahangaan sa mundo ng volleyball. Ngayong September 9, makikiisa siya sa pagsisimula ng isang bagong yugto ng CCAA,” he added.