The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), in partnership with lighting and consumer technology company Akari Lighting and Technology Corporation, has announced the development of its very own sports arena.
The partnership was officially sealed through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing ceremony, held at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman yesterday, Aug. 20.
Scheduled to reach completion by 2027, the soon-to-open “Home of UAAP” arena will be located at Amang Rodriguez Avenue in Pasig City. According to the association, the arena will serve as a training and competition ground for the league’s athletes.
The new “state-of-the-art" facility will be a 6,000-seater arena, covering a total of 1.8 hectares. Aside from the arena, the building will also have a dedicated commercial space that will house various food and beverage outlets.
While the arena will host numerous sporting events under the league, UAAP Executive Director Atty. Rene “Rebo” Saguisag Jr., told the media that high-profile games with massive audiences will still be held at larger venues, such as the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena and Smart Araneta Coliseum.
The “Home of UAAP” arena is expected to open by UAAP’s 90th season, which will be hosted by National University.
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