Jakarta— Behind the force that drives the Philippine campaign here in the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta are the men and women who make sure the needs of the Filipino athletes are well taken care of.
Led by Ormoc Mayor Richard Gomez as Chef de Mission, the members of the Philippine secretariat practically eat, sleep, cry and celebrate with the Filipino athletes.
Consider them the unsung heroes, who take care of the athletes’ needs from transportation, food up to their participation.
“We work from the background and we’re happy to serve our athletes, “Gomez, who is also the president of the Philippine Fencing Association.
The Philippine secretariat is a combined work force from the Philippine Olympic Committee and the Philippine Sports Commission.
The members of the Philippine Secretariat at the Athletes Village of the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta are Josefino Hizon, Paul Ycasas, Julia Llanto, Arturo Aro, Deputy chef de mission Robert Bachman, Dr. Gerry Pencerga, Eleanor dela Pena, Reina Evangelista, Carol Tobias, Belinda David, Norberto Dinglasan, Andromeda Tortousa, Malyn Bamba and Ma. Matea Linco.