Athletics Federation of the Philippines, Inc. - San Pablo City

11/11/2025

Athletics Federation of the Philippines, Inc. - San Pablo City in partnership with City Councilors Barbie Diaz and John Adajar together with AG Sports Apparel Sublimation proudly bring you men's inter-barangay volleyball league.

Register now using the QR code below. More details to follow. You may also reach out directly to Coach Christopher Amante for other queries.

08/11/2025

Stay safe everyone and pray. Sharing these survival tips.

Every disaster starts the same way.
Rain. Then silence.
Then a sound you will never forget, rushing water where streets used to be.
By the time panic sets in, it is already too late to search for answers.
So read this now, while the sky is still quiet.

1. YOUR CEILING IS NOT JUST A CEILING.
It is your second door.
If your home has no roof access, make one now.
Mark a spot you can break open.
When water climbs the stairs, you need an escape that climbs faster.

2. A LADDER BEATS PANIC EVERY TIME.
Floods never wait for daylight.
Keep a real ladder or sturdy steps ready, not a chair, not a table.
Seconds matter more than strength.

3. TOOLS BECOME LIFELINES.
Keep a hammer, axe, or crowbar nearby.
You are not breaking walls. You are opening doors to breathe.

4. FREEZE TOMORROW’S WATER TODAY.
Fill plastic bottles and freeze them.
They will keep food cold when power is gone, then melt into clean water.
Smart people prepare while everyone else scrolls.

5. FLOODS RISE FROM BELOW BEFORE THEY KNOCK ON YOUR DOOR.
Plug drains and toilets with rags or plastic.
Dirty water does not need permission to enter your home.

6. ELECTRICITY AND WATER HAVE NEVER BEEN FRIENDS.
Unplug everything.
Move cords higher.
Turn off your main breaker before the flood even says hello.

7. YOUR GAS TANK CAN TURN INTO A GR***DE.
Disconnect it. Seal it tight. Tie it upright.
Gas leaks are invisible killers when the house is half underwater.

8. TRASH CAN FLOAT. USE IT.
Tie sealed bottles, jugs, or foam together with rope.
A few minutes of creativity can buy you hours of survival.

9. PETS PANIC FIRST. SAVE THEM EARLY.
Make floating crates or tie bottles to their collars.
Do not leave them caged below. They will not understand why you did not open the door.

10. THE TOP SHELF IS YOUR LIFELINE.
Store a survival kit there. Flashlight, whistle, lighter, rope, snacks, radio.
Height is safety. Preparation is peace.

11. SLEEP LIKE THE STORM COULD VISIT TONIGHT.
Wear light, quick-dry clothes.
When floods come, you do not need fashion. You need freedom to move.

12. PLASTIC BAGS ARE YOUR POOR MAN’S VAULT.
Seal your phone, IDs, and cash.
One dry phone can reach a rescuer faster than a hundred shouts.

13. CARS LIE. THEY LOOK HEAVY BUT FLOAT LIKE TOYS.
Once water hits your tires, leave it.
Steel becomes a trap when pride drives longer than logic.

14. LIGHT SAVES LIVES LOUDER THAN SCREAMS.
Keep headlamps or candles inside jars.
When the power dies, your light becomes your voice.

15. FILL TUBS AND BUCKETS BEFORE THE SILENCE.
That water will not be for drinking. It is for cleaning, flushing, surviving.
When taps stop, you will wish you had more.

16. PAINT HOPE ON YOUR ROOF.
Keep a bright cloth, mirror, or flashlight ready.
Rescue teams see color before they hear sound.

17. ROPE IS YOUR INSURANCE.
Use it to anchor, pull, or tie people together when the current gets strong.
Unity beats muscle when the river takes over.

18. DO NOT WAIT FOR SIRENS.
If your street looks like a stream, it is already too late.
Grab essentials. Go up. Fast.
Flash means there is no time to plan.

19. KNOW YOUR HIGH GROUND LIKE YOUR OWN STREET.
Memorize nearby schools, buildings, or hills.
GPS will not help when the signal dies. Memory will.

20. CHOOSE ONE RALLY POINT FOR YOUR FAMILY.
Pick a high landmark everyone knows.
When chaos scatters people, a plan gathers them back.

21. GARBAGE BAGS ARE SURVIVAL TOOLS.
They can be ponchos, drybags, or makeshift floaters.
It is not what you have. It is how you use it.

22. WHEN THE RAIN TURNS ANGRY, DO A HEADCOUNT.
Keep kids and pets close before the current decides for you.

23. IF THE ROOF BECOMES YOUR ISLAND, DO NOT WASTE YOUR BREATH.
Wave. Flash. Move something bright.
Rescue teams see light before they hear sound.

24. CALM IS YOUR LAST CURRENCY. SPEND IT WISELY.
Panic kills clarity.
Breathe. Think. Act.
The calm ones live to tell the story.

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🏠 HOME SAFETY
1. Reinforce weak walls and doors.
2. Create roof access or an easy escape point.
3. Keep a hammer, rope, and ladder where you can grab them in seconds.
4. Make sure windows can open from the inside.
5. Store emergency tools in one visible, reachable spot.

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📄 IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
1. Seal IDs, birth certificates, and land titles in waterproof plastic.
2. Keep one small bag for your most important papers.
3. Take photos or scans for digital copies.
4. Place this bag near your survival kit, not deep in a cabinet.

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🔥 FOOD AND WATER
1. Freeze bottles early to keep food cool and provide drinking water later.
2. Stock canned goods, biscuits, and noodles on high shelves.
3. Store salt and sugar packets for quick energy.
4. Keep a manual can opener and utensils ready.
5. Rotate your supplies every few months to keep them fresh.

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🔋 POWER AND GADGETS
1. Charge all powerbanks before storms.
2. Keep flashlights and extra batteries in every room.
3. Have a small radio for updates when the signal is gone.
4. Save emergency hotlines in your phone and on paper.
5. Store gadgets in waterproof bags or containers.

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🚗 CAR AND PARKING
1. Move vehicles to higher ground before heavy rain.
2. Avoid parking near drainage or rivers.
3. Keep your keys and documents together in one dry bag.
4. Once water reaches the tires, abandon the car immediately.
5. Never drive through fast-moving water.

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🧳 PERSONAL AND EMERGENCY ITEMS
1. Pack light clothes, towels, whistle, lighter, and first aid kit.
2. Keep everything in a waterproof bag or bin.
3. Add medicine like paracetamol and antiseptic.
4. Place this kit high and easy to grab, not buried in storage.
5. Include snacks and energy bars for quick strength.

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📢 FOR WORKING FAMILY AND FRIENDS
1. Set a group chat for emergency updates.
2. Agree on one meeting place if communication fails.
3. Share everyone’s emergency contacts ahead of time.
4. Remind them now, not when the water is already rising.
5. Tell them where your high ground or safe spot is.

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🐾 OTHERS
1. Help elders, children, and neighbors who may not move fast.
2. Secure pets and livestock early.
3. Share supplies if you can. Survival multiplies when shared.
4. Inform rescue teams about anyone who needs help.
5. Be the calm one others can look to when panic spreads.

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04/11/2025

First of all, congratulations to Dos Albarico and Yuan Merin led by coach Gerloth Delizo for winning gold at the recent Batang Pinoy meet in General Santos City. The champion duo and the rest of the athletes and coaches who competed deserve all the props and recognition for all the effort everyone put in during the tryouts and training leading up to the event. While it is unfortunate that the city government had to cancel its official participation citing safety concerns, there is still a lot to be thankful for specially to the parents and kids of the delegation who pushed thru to compete and eventually took home a medal.

It has come to our attention though that several days ago, while the victory of our boys’ badminton team at the recent Batang Pinoy event was being honored and celebrated by different groups and personalities, some libelous comments and posts were also circulating. Sadly, upon investigation, these false accusations and obvious attempt to self-promote came from the head of the club where the members of the boys’ badminton team belong. In a desperate attempt to stake his claim and promote himself, Mr. Alvaro Masakayan may have forgotten basic etiquette and manners and deliberately dragged Athletics Federation of the Philippines Inc. (AFPI) into his personal issues. The organization chose not to respond immediately to give way to the celebration and not to steal the spotlight from the kids who rightfully deserve all the attention for their victory.

Just to set the record straight, under SP Resolution 2104 s. 2025 of San Pablo City, AFPI is the official and local government’s sanctioned body to form the contingents in sporting events particularly Batang Pinoy. AFPI is a non-profit organization supporting the city’s sports development for free with the help of volunteer coaches and private individuals from the private sector devoting their time and effort to ensure sports is accessible to all specially at the grassroots level regardless of one's socio-economic status. AFPI diligently completed the tryouts, formation of teams and filing of all the athletes’ documents at the Philippine Sports Commission to secure the city’s participation in this year’s Batang Pinoy edition. In the spirit of fairness, AFPI welcomed all coaches and athletes from every club willing to tryout and be part of the team that will represent the city. During the preparation period, the parents Dos and Yuan requested if they can train under Mr. Masakayan since they are both part of his club already. AFPI willingly obliged in good spirits since this also resembles some form of unity within the sports community. The kids eventually trained and were charged fees by Mr. Masakayan during the whole training period.

We at AFPI, chose not to respond last week to let the athletes enjoy their moment. Continuous libelous comments from the said club head keeps circulating though and we were forced to address the issue for public knowledge. This will be the first and last time that we will issue a statement regarding this incident but we are currently discussing matters with our legal team on the next steps to be taken against the said individual.
Let this be a reminder that our main goal should not only be to produce great athletes but more importantly to serve as examples and shape individuals of great character too. As the old saying goes, dimming someone else’s light won’t make yours shine any brighter.

AFPI Leadership Team

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22/07/2025

YMCA San Pablo launches The Green Court

11/05/2025

Good evening everyone. Though this is the peak of election season, please be reminded that AFPI remains neutral in its political stand. The views and opinions expressed by club members in their personal statements are their own and do not necessarily represent the club as a whole. AFPI does not endorse or represent any particular political candidate favored or mentioned in the club member's personal statements declared verbally or published. Thank you.

03/05/2025

Thank you Seven Lakes Gymnastics Club for giving the audience a wonderful show and thank you SM City San Pablo for being a great host to this very meaningful event for our local gymnasts.

01/05/2025

Watch and support our young gymnasts from Seven Lakes Gymnastics Club as they showcase their amazing skills and talent. See you later today at the mall atrium of SM City San Pablo.

24/04/2025

Feature article written by AFPI's 14-year-old junior sportswriter, Lara Alexa Catipon, who covered last Sunday's event at SM City San Pablo.

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19/04/2025

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Let's bike and run this Easter Sunday with Master Ian How and Team Apol.

11/04/2025

Hello sports enthusiasts of San Pablo City! This Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, Athletics Federation of the Philippines Incorporated AFPI is hosting a bike ride and gig at SM City San Pablo grounds featuring famous bike vlogger, Mr Ian How. This day will also be the official launch and registration for our free sports clinic for the youth this summer season.

You may register for the bike event by scanning the QR code below while for the sports clinic, registration will be done on site on the 20th.

Catch us tomorrow as well at Sampaloc Lake grounds for advance registration for the bike event. We'll be onsite and will start taking registrants as early as 5:30 AM. See you there!

18/10/2024

We will be officially launched tomorrow at SM San Pablo City. Come join us and witness this historical event in sports.

17/09/2024

Welcome to AFPI - San Pablo City Chapter. We are a non-government, non-stock, non-profit organization. We aim to set a standard in sports by creating opportunities and sports programs and making them accessible for all regardless of socio-economic status specially at the grassroots level.

We envision building spaces where children can learn life skills thru sports and play.