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The inspection, the Department of Education said, "highlights the administration's commitment to supporting young Filipino student-athletes through world-class training venues and cutting-edge academic infrastructure." DepEd Philippines/Facebook
MANILA — A day after welcoming Filipina tennis star Alex Eala in Malacañang, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected the facilities of the National Academy of Sports in Capas, Tarlac on Tuesday.
The inspection, the Department of Education said, "highlights the administration's commitment to supporting young Filipino student-athletes through world-class training venues and cutting-edge academic infrastructure."
Marcos briefly met with the academy's young athletes during his visit.
During the tour, the officials inspected the fully operational Phase 1 buildings, which house the Academic and Administration Building and a highly equipped Multi-Sports Gymnasium.
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They also reviewed Phase 2 developments, currently at 98 percent completion, featuring a modern Gymnastics Hall, a Sports Performance Building, and comprehensive staff and student residences.
The academy is supporting 246 student-athletes specializing in seven foundational sports: aquatics, athletics, badminton, gymnastics, judo, table tennis, and taekwondo.
The NAS program offers a holistic support system, providing learners with 24/7 care, dormitory housing, full daily meals and snacks, strength and conditioning support, and a monthly personal allowance of P3,000.
To maintain this intensive environment, the NAS workforce includes 174 dedicated personnel, including full-time faculty, program heads, and specialized coaches. This investment has already yielded results, with NAS athletes securing 1,029 medals in national and international competitions in 2025.
Most recently, the academy hauled 26 medals—including 10 gold, 5 silver, and 11 bronze during the 2026 Palarong Pambansa.
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