(SAMAR PROVINCIAL INFORMATION OFFICE)
TACLOBAN CITY — The provincial government of Samar has awarded a P100,000 cash incentive to athlete Alhryan Labita in recognition of his bronze medal finish at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.
Labita, who is from the town of Basey, was a member of the Philippine Athletics Team that secured the bronze medal in the 4×400-meter mixed relay during the regional sporting event held in December 2025.
The recognition was led by Governor Sharee Ann Tan, together with Vice Governor Arnold Tan, 1st District Representative Stephen James Tan, and 2nd District Representative Reynolds Michael Tan, highlighting the provincial government’s continued support for Samarnon athletes competing at national and international levels.
Also present during the awarding ceremony were Provincial Administrator Fe Tan-Arcales and Provincial Youth, Education, and Sports Development Office (PYESDO) Officer-in-Charge Jhunlie Escala.
Provincial officials said Labita’s achievement brings pride to Samar and serves as an inspiration to the youth, underscoring the values of discipline, hard work, and perseverance in achieving success in sports.
The provincial government reaffirmed its commitment to recognizing and supporting local athletes who excel and represent the province in major sporting competitions.
(ROEL T. AMAZONA)
