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With a century of growth and excellence, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) – the Philippines' first athletic collegiate league – is set to inspire legacies of sportsmanship, competitiveness, hope, valor, camaraderie, and power as it formally kicks off Season 100 on September 7, 2024 via its official broadcast partner GMA Network. Live from the Mall of Asia Arena, the “NCAA Siglo Uno: Inspiring Legacies Opening Ceremony” brings together anew the 10 member schools led by Season 100 host Lyceum of the Philippines University.
Season 100 Policy Board President Atty. Roberto Laurel of Lyceum of the Philippines University highlighted the NCAA’s achievement in producing individuals who have made a mark in the country’s sports industry. “Ten decades have passed and the NCAA continues to grow and flourish, remaining strong and resilient. The country’s first athletic collegiate league has already produced many icons and legends who exemplify the league’s 100 years of excellence in sports. As we celebrate the centennial season this year, we recognize everyone who is part of the journey – from those who have inspired legacies in the past 10 decades to those who continue to strive for sportsmanship today and tomorrow. Expect this season to be the most exciting yet,” said Atty. Laurel. In full support of NCAA Season 100 are the members of the Policy Board comprising of Francisco Paulino V. Cayco of Arellano University; Fr. Raymund P. Fernando Jose, OP of Colegio de San Juan de Letran; Bro. Edmundo L. Fernandez, FSC of De La Salle-College of St. Benilde; Dr. Jose Paulo E. Campos of Emilio Aguinaldo College; Dr. Vincent K. Fabella of José Rizal University; Dr. Dodjie S. Maestrecampo of Mapúa University; Fr. Aloysius Ma. A. Maranan, OSB of San Beda University; Fr. Rafael B. Pecson, OAR of San Sebastian College-Recoletos; and Dr. Anthony Jose M. Tamayo of the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA.
NCAA Season 100 Management Committee Chairman Hercules Callanta of Lyceum of the Philippines University expressed his excitement for this season and underscored the importance of every school’s support to the NCAA, saying, “We are thrilled to showcase to everyone what is in store for them in this historic centennial year of the NCAA. It is also important for schools to support the NCAA, as the league promotes the development and nurturing of character and lifelong skills that can be used by the youth even when they have become professionals." Callanta is joined by members of the NCAA Management Committee comprising of Peter S. Cayco of Arellano University; Fr. Victor C. Calvo, Jr., OP of Colegio de San Juan de Letran; Manuel Raymund A. Castellano of De La Salle-College of St. Benilde; Dr. Lorenzo C. Lorenzo of Emilio Aguinaldo College; Efren Y. Supan of José Rizal University; Melchor P. Divina of Mapúa University; Atty. Jonas D. Cabochan of San Beda University; Fr. Virgilio M. Paredes Jr., OAR of San Sebastian College-Recoletos; and Francisco P. Gusi Jr. of University of Perpetual Help System DALTA.
Home of the NCAA since Season 96, GMA Network’s wide reach enables viewers across the Philippines to catch all the action via free-to-air channels GMA and GTV. The games are streamed on the NCAA Philippines website (www.gmanetwork.com/ncaa), the NCAA Philippines Facebook page and YouTube channel, and GMA Sports' Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) pages. Global Pinoys can catch the opening ceremony live on GMA international channels GMA Pinoy TV and GMA News TV while succeeding games can be viewed live via GMA News TV. “GMA Network is both proud and honored to be part of the centennial season of the NCAA. The league has remained resilient and true to its core, transcending borders and inspiring legacies over the past decades. As the broadcast partner and home of the NCAA, we look forward to making this historic season truly remarkable and unforgettable, not just for the 10-member schools of the athletic association, but also for its supporters and viewers watching on TV and streaming, across the Philippines and overseas,” said GMA Network Senior Vice President and Head of Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso.
Stars In The Opening Ceremony
The “NCAA Siglo Uno: Inspiring Legacies Opening Ceremony” treats viewers and sports enthusiasts with an exciting, star-studded Saturday afternoon. Hosting the event is no less than GMA Synergy sportscaster and “24 Oras” “Game Changer” segment host Martin Javier, together with Sparkle artists Lexi Gonzales, Michael Sager, and Faith da Silva. Entertaining the crowd is the electrifying performance of SB19’s Justin De Dios. Meanwhile, performing the NCAA Season 100 theme song “Own The Future" is P-Pop’s Female Alphas G22 which composed the song as well. Catch the much-awaited opening of the historic NCAA Season 100 on September 7 at 12:00 noon at the Mall of Asia Arena with next-day telecasts on GMA and Heart Of Asia (HOA) on September 8 at 10:05 am.
Action-Packed Games In Season 100
This season, fans should look forward to the action-packed games of the 10 competing teams of the Men’s Basketball tournament: Arellano Chiefs, Benilde Blazers, EAC Generals, JRU Heavy Bombers, Letran Knights, LPU Pirates, Mapúa Cardinals, Perpetual Altas, San Beda Red Lions, and SSC-R Golden Stags. After the opening ceremony, the much-awaited NCAA Season 100 Men’s Basketball tournament follows. This season’s host school Lyceum of the Philippines University faces San Beda University at 2:30 pm while the second game sees the College of Saint Benilde Blazers going against the Mapúa Cardinals at 5:00 pm. The NCAA Centennial Season further promises action-packed events in Women’s and Men’s Volleyball, Taekwondo, Badminton, Table Tennis, Swimming, Street Dance, Beach Volleyball, Juniors’ Basketball, Football, Lawn Tennis, Volleyball Fiesta, Soft Tennis, 3x3, Track and Field, and Cheerleading.
Meet The Courtside Reporters
NCAA gives sports enthusiasts more reason to tune in as it introduces a new lineup of talented courtside reporters who will bring updates and insider scoops on anything and everything NCAA-related. The new lineup is headlined by fresh faces including Bianca Alejandre, "Ang Dancer At Host Reporter Ng Davao" who is a versatile dancer and host studying at Lyceum of the Philippines University; Mikayla Mindanao, "Ang Hottie Volleybelle Reporter Ng Cainta" who is a former member of the Perpetual Lady Altas volleyball team; former José Rizal University student Mary Grace Baliday, “Ang Multifaceted Reporter Ng San Juan City" who is a student journalist and events host; Aleea Fedillaga, a student of De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde, events host and campus sports journalist living by her monicker "Ang Sports Writer Reporter Ng Crame"; Kayla Afable, “Ang Multi-awarded Swimmer Reporter Ng Makati City"; student jock, freelance livestream and events host and aspiring broadcast journalist Yen Supan, “Ang Student Jock Reporter Ng Tarlac"; Flo Del Agua, “Ang Teacher Turned Reporter Ng Sta. Mesa" who has been a courtside reporter at The Asian Tournament, Pilipinas Super League, Junior MPBL, and NAASCU and is a former lecturer and instructor; former Pilipinas Super League courtside reportrr, theater actress, events host and content creator Erin Ty, “Ang Passionate And Fun-Loving Cutie Reporter Ng Quezon City"; Fonsie Roldan, “Ang Hardcourt Heartthrob Ng Pasig City"; and Riri Khalid, “Ang Vlogger And Events Host Reporter Ng Basilan" whose roles as a freelance events host, voice talent, radio anchor, and vlogger have molded him to become a courtside reporter for NCAA this season. They will be joined by some courtside reporters who will be returning this centennial season. They are Kristine San Agustin, “Ang Brainy Chic Reporter Ng Los Baños"; Glycel Ann Galpo, “Ang Pretty And Charming Student Reporter ng Caloocan"; and Julia Ong, “Ang Pretty Entrepreneur Reporter Ng Manila". Catch these talented courtside reporters as they bring viewers the latest updates on the upcoming action-packed NCAA games.
In celebration of its historic centennial season this 2024, the NCAA recently launched a brand new logo which further showcases the athletic league’s longevity, solidity, adaptability, and strength as it continues to grow and evolve to the next century. With this season’s theme "Siglo Uno: Inspiring Legacies", the NCAA also inspires legacies of sportsmanship, competitiveness, hope, valor, camaraderie, and power through the generations. Tickets for the NCAA Season 100 Opening Ceremony and Opening Games are available via www.smtickets.com or on-site at the Mall of Asia Arena Ticket Booth. Catch the NCAA Season 100 action on GTV and HOA with live games airing on Tuesdays, and Saturdays at 11:00 am and 2:30 pm and Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 12:00 noon and 2:30 pm.
