The 2025 season of the Pho3nix Kids Philippines Series reached a spectacular finish on November 29, as more than 400 young competitors gathered at New Clark City for the grand finale. This event marked the conclusion of the largest multisport series for children the country has seen to date.
A Landmark Year for Youth Multisport
Throughout the year, the series successfully held five separate legs, attracting a total of over 1,600 participants aged 5 to 17. The program provided a secure, encouraging, and family-oriented setting where kids could dive into the thrilling combination of swimming, biking, and running. From complete beginners to seasoned young racers, every child who crossed the finish line was met with enthusiastic cheers from their families, fellow teammates, and the dedicated volunteers who are the backbone of the event's success.
Marcus Altman, the Program Manager for Triathlon and Regional Manager for Australia at the Pho3nix Foundation, highlighted the local partnership. "Since 2023, Go Race PH has been a trusted partner in bringing Pho3nix Kids to life in the Philippines, delivering safe, well-organised events that truly put young athletes at the centre of the experience," he stated.
Building a Foundation for Active Futures
The Pho3nix Kids initiative, a global non-profit effort by the Pho3nix Foundation, focuses on making sports accessible to all youth. Its core mission is to break down barriers to entry, promote healthy living, and instill confidence, resilience, and positive habits that extend far beyond a single race day. In the Philippine context, the series has evolved into a unique community where novices and experienced young athletes share the course, celebrate personal victories, and foster a supportive sporting network.
"With every race, we see more kids discovering their potential and more families embracing multisport as a lifelong pursuit," Altman added. "This momentum inspires us, and we’re committed to expanding opportunities so even more young athletes across the Philippines can experience Pho3nix Kids in 2026 and beyond."
A Festival of Sport: Kids and Adults Unite
The final weekend of November was a major celebration for the multisport community. Coinciding with the Pho3nix Kids finale, the Clark Duathlon Championships 2025 made a triumphant return at Filinvest Mimosa+ Leisure City. This adult-focused event featured intense competition across sprint and long-distance formats, concluding Go Race PH's annual duathlon calendar with age-group and team awards.
By staging these events back-to-back, Go Race PH created a vibrant festival atmosphere that brought together families, aspiring children, and competitive adult athletes. This strategic pairing clearly illustrated the full pathway of participation in multisport—from a child's first race to an adult competing for a title. It also emphasized the organizer's significant role in developing both multisport and sports tourism in key hubs like Clark, New Clark City, and Subic Bay.
As a premier event organizer, Go Race PH continues to champion active lifestyles through high-quality events. Known for founding the challenging Titan 77.7 duathlon, the group also runs other major events like the Clark Triathlon and the beginner-friendly First Stride series, solidifying its place in the growing Philippine sports tourism landscape.
