BCDA signs deal for use of facilities in New Clark City by national athletes

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said it agreed to help the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) prepare Filipino national athletes by allowing the use of its New Clark City sports facilities.

“This partnership ensures that public investments directly support Filipino athletes and deliver measurable outcomes,” BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang said in a statement on Wednesday.

“When facilities are fully utilized, athletes benefit, and the public sees clear returns,” he added.

Under the partnership, PSC and accredited national sports associations can have year-round access to competition-grade training venues in New Clark City, including the Athletics Stadium, Aquatics Center, and the Athletes’ Village.

“The arrangement directly strengthens athlete preparation for major international competitions while ensuring that government-built sports infrastructure delivers continuous public value,” the BCDA said in the statement.

“With regular access to competition-grade tracks, pools, and athlete housing, national teams can train with consistency, reduce logistical costs, and follow long-term, science-based training programs aligned with international standards,” it added.

While BCDA develops and manages the facilities, the PSC ensures that these are maximized for the training and development of national teams.

“The agreement integrates the New Clark City sports facilities into the national sports system, enabling continuous high-performance training operations,” BCDA said.

Earlier this year, the BCDA and PSC also formed a joint task force aimed at identifying BCDA-owned properties that can be developed into training and sports facilities.

“Priority sites include New Clark City, which is being advanced as a national training center, and Baguio City, identified for the development of a high-performance sports facility to support athlete preparation across different environments,” it said.

The two parties also created a technical working group aimed at managing scheduling, maintenance protocols, and facility standards. — Justine Irish D. Tabile