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| L-R: UST Golden Tigresses players Yani Fernandez, Nina Robles, Angeline Poyos, and Regine Jurado; Home Credit Philippines Head of Brand and Communications Janelle Jacinto, Chief Marketing Officer Gabriel Roxas, and Chief Business Development Officer and Treasury and Funding Director Zdenek Jankovsky; UST Director/Regent Rev. Fr. Rodel S. Cansancio; UST Growling Tigers players Collins Akowe, Mark Llemit, and Amiel Acido; UST Growling Tigers team managers Eric Ang and Waiyip Chong (Image Source: Manila Standard/Home Credit Philippines) |
Home Credit Philippines (HCPH) reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young Filipinos as it officially renewed its partnership with the UST Growling Tigers and UST Golden Tigresses for UAAP Season 89, continuing its support for one of the country’s most respected collegiate sports programs. The partnership renewal was formalized during a ceremonial signing held last August 28, 2026 at the University of Santo Tomas alongside representatives from Home Credit, the University of Santo Tomas, its student-athletes, and fellow supporters.
Now in its second year of partnership with UST athletics, Home Credit continues to invest in initiatives that inspire young people to dream bigger, work harder, and build brighter futures, both on and off the court. The renewed sponsorship reflects the company’s belief that sports play a vital role in shaping discipline, resilience, teamwork, and determination among Filipino youth. Representing Home Credit Philippines during the signing ceremony were Chief Business Development Officer and Treasury and Funding Director Zdenek Jankovsky and Chief Marketing Officer Gabriel Roxas. They joined UST Director/Regent Rev. Fr. Rodel S. Cansancio along with UST athletes and officials in celebrating another season of partnership and shared aspirations. “As a company committed to helping Filipinos realize their aspirations, we believe that supporting young athletes goes beyond sponsorship. It is about helping create opportunities for the next generation to develop their talents, pursue excellence, and achieve their goals. The values of perseverance, hard work, and determination, demonstrated by the UST teams reflect the same values that inspire us to serve and empower Filipinos every day,” said Jankovsky.
The event also welcomed Globe Telecom as one of the newest sponsors of the UST Growling Tigers, further strengthening the team’s network of partners dedicated to supporting collegiate sports development. The event was energized by the presence of UST Growling Tigers basketball players Mark Llemit, Angelo Crisostomo, Collins Akowe, and Amiel Acido alongside Team Managers Eric Ang and Waiyip Chong as well as UST Golden Tigresses players Yani Fernandez, Nina Robles, Angeline Poyos, and Regine Jurado. Their participation highlighted the strong partnership between the university, its athletes, and organizations that champion student success. Fr. Cansancio shared, “Our ongoing partnership with Home Credit Philippines reflects a shared commitment to building athletic excellence among our Thomasian student-athletes. Beyond competing for championships, our priority is preparing our young men and women for life. Having strong, dedicated partners like Home Credit encourage our athletes to dream big and perform with unwavering confidence.”
As the UST athletes gear up for another exciting UAAP season, Home Credit remains proud to support a program that has long been a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes and sports fans across the country. As UAAP Season 89 unfolds, Home Credit will continue to champion Filipino youth through engaging fan experiences and stories that inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams. Go USTe!
