SENATOR Francis Tolentino reiterated that the Reserve Officers Training Corps is a potent tool for the development of a sense of discipline, teamwork and patriotism in young people.

ROTC can help the youth become more responsible and productive citizens and leaders of the future, he added.

Thus, Tolentino stressed that the Philippine ROTC Games is a potent tool for both patriotism and nation building.

“Sports development is likewise an important aspect of nation building. Sports can bring people together from different backgrounds and cultures,” he said.

The senator added that sports development can help to promote physical fitness, mental well-being, and social cohesion, helping to create a sense of national identity.

Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte graced the Philippine ROTC Games Mindanao Regional Tournament in Zamboanga City.

Tolentino said Duterte’s presence added great significance since the Vice President is a genuine advocate of youth and sports development through military service.

“I am hopeful that our shared goals will be achieved, and that ROTC will be a vital force in ensuring that our young people are shaped and formed to protect this nation, promote unity and peace, and to lead with utmost integrity and honor,” the senator said.