The 21st City Council of Davao has officially commended the Davao Eagles and local student-athletes following the Davao Region's best-ever performance in the Palarong Pambansa. Councilor Antoinette Principe, chair of the Committee on Education, Science and Technology, Arts and Culture, led the recognition during the council's 24th regular session on June 16, 2026.
Historic Achievement
The Davao Region, competing as the Davao Eagles, secured third place overall in the national games held in Agusan del Sur from May 24 to 31, 2026. This marks the region's highest ranking in Palaro history, with a total of 34 gold, 32 silver, and 34 bronze medals. Principe noted that this result makes Region 11 the top-performing delegation in Mindanao and one of the strongest contingents nationwide.
"For the first time in history, the Davao Region secured third place overall in the Palarong Pambansa," Principe said, emphasizing that the achievement reflects the region's growing strength in youth sports.
Davao City's Contribution
Davao City played a major role in this milestone, ranking fifth among 220 school division offices nationwide. City athletes contributed 14 golds, 10 silvers, and 17 bronzes in events including arnis, basketball, chess, dancesport, pencak silat, tennis, and wushu, as well as medals in demonstration sports and the Para Games.
Principe highlighted that the athletes' success extends beyond medals, stating, "They represent the values we seek to cultivate among our youth: discipline, excellence, teamwork, perseverance, respect, and patriotism."
Recognition and Support
The council expressed gratitude to the Department of Education, the city's Sports Development Division, schools, coaches, trainers, and parents for their unwavering support. Principe urged continued investment in grassroots sports programs to sustain this momentum.
Following the recognition, the council approved a resolution commending the Davao Eagles, DepEd Davao City Division, all student-athletes, coaches, trainers, school officials, parents, and support staff, along with the Sports Development Division of the City Mayor's Office. The resolution also recognized medalists and directed that copies be furnished to the Department of Education Davao Region and concerned offices.
