The United Central Luzon Athletic Association (UCLAA) is officially preparing for its 11th season following a successful General Assembly at National University Clark in Pampanga . Athletic directors, sports coordinators, coaches, and representatives from 14 member institutions gathered to discuss preparations for the upcoming collegiate sports season, which is slated to begin in October.
14 Member Institutions Set to Compete
The participating schools for Season 11 include a mix of universities and colleges from across Central Luzon . These are Angeles University Foundation, Our Lady of Fatima University, Marian College of Baliuag, Systems Plus College Foundation, Pampanga State University, Tarlac State University, University of the Assumption, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Divine Grace Colleges of Pampanga, Inc., Bulacan State University, Holy Angel University, Tarlac Agricultural University, First City Providential College, and St. Nicolas College of Business and Technology. The General Assembly focused on finalizing the competition schedule and ensuring all member institutions are aligned for a competitive and exciting season.
A Legacy of Grassroots Sports Development
UCLAA Chairman Gil Cortez, a Kapampangan sports icon and the PBA's very first Rookie of the Year, expressed appreciation for the continued support and commitment of its member schools in promoting collegiate sports and student-athlete development . Cortez's legacy extends beyond the PBA; he is a key figure in grassroots sports development, having also managed the Pampanga Dragons in the MBA and contributed to the growth of regional basketball leagues like the UCLAA and the Central Luzon Basketball League . The UCLAA serves as a vital platform for discovering the next generation of basketball players and other athletes from the region, reinforcing Central Luzon's reputation as a prime hotbed of sports talent in the country . The season is scheduled to begin in October, with further updates and event schedules available through the UCLAA Facebook page.
