SURIGAO CITY — Surigao City continues to build opportunities for its young athletes as the local government strengthens its collaboration with sports organizations and international experts in table tennis. As part of these efforts, the City Government of Surigao welcomed Ms. Rachel De Leon Ramos, an International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) High Performance and Development Expert, ITTF Gold Badge Umpire, and International Referee, during a courtesy visit on August 24, 2026. Discussions centered on ways to enhance local table tennis programs, improve athlete development, and provide Batang Surigaonon with more opportunities to train, compete, and excel.
Building on Surigao's Growing Table Tennis Community
The city already has a growing table tennis community, with local athletes participating in regional competitions such as the Caraga Regional Athletic Games (CRAG) and the Governor's Cup. Surigao's student-athletes have also earned medals in different competitions, demonstrating the potential of local talent in the sport. The courtesy visit was joined by Surigao del Norte Table Tennis Umpires Association (SDNTTUA) Founder Charisma Paredes and Surigao City Table Tennis Club (SCTTC) Board of Directors member Candace Jane Rosales.
Creating More Opportunities for Young Athletes
The meeting highlighted the importance of partnerships among sports organizations, coaches, officials, and experienced professionals in developing stronger and more sustainable sports programs. Through continued cooperation with international experts like Ms. Ramos and local table tennis groups, the City Government of Surigao aims to create a supportive environment where young athletes can sharpen their skills, pursue their passion, and reach their full potential. These efforts further demonstrate the city's commitment to helping Batang Surigaonon gain more opportunities to train, compete, and excel on the table and beyond.
