MEMBERS of the national women’s football athletes paid a courtesy call on PSC Chairman Butch Ramirez and other officials yesterday and joined them during the flag-raising rites.
“We recognize the outstanding performance of our women’s football team and their historic accomplishment,” said Ramirez, who was joined by Commissioners Celia Kiram and Arnold Agustin.
Players Chandler and Olivia McDaniel, Camille Rodriguez, Anicka and Sara Castañeda, Hali Long, and Inna Palacios were accompanied by Philippine Football Federation President Mariano “Nonong” Araneta Jr.
“This is one of the pinnacles of our experience. We couldn’t have done it without the PSC’s support and all of you behind the scenes. You are all part of this achievement,” said Long.
Ramirez also commended the leadership of the PFF, its officials, and Australian coach Alen Stajcic, for ensuring the athletes brought their best on the world stage. Araneta responded that “the PSC has been very supportive of all our elite athletes and the campaign of the women’s football team.”
