SEN. Bong Go underscored the growing role of Filipina athletes in national development as he pushed for expanded sports programs for them. The senator also sought more institutional support and legislative measures promoting their welfare during the All-Women Sports Awards 2026 held on March 20. The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) in partnership with the Philippine Commission on Women (PCW), recognized 83 outstanding Filipina athletes, para-athletes, teams, coaches, and sports contributors based on their achievements in 2025. Among the top honorees were the Philippine women's national football team, also known as the Filipinas, which was named Athlete of the Year. In his speech, Go acknowledged the significance of the occasion and its alignment with the celebration of Women's Month. The chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports said that the ceremony "went beyond recognition." He said it was a "reflection of the discipline and sacrifices of Filipina athletes." Go congratulated the awardees and encouraged them to continue striving for success while promoting healthy lifestyles. He lauded PSC Commissioner Bong Coo for supporting athletes and strengthening sports development nationwide. Go also reiterated the importance of sustaining grassroots programs to cultivate young talent and improve the country’s competitiveness in international competitions. He cited Republic Act (RA) 11470, which he authored and co-sponsored, as a key measure integrating academic education with high-level athletic training for young Filipino athletes. Established in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac, the National Academy of Sports (NAS) offers a dual-track system combining quality secondary education with a specialized sports curriculum. Go said that to expand access to this model, he filed Senate Bill (SB) 171, or the proposed National Academy of Sports Regional Expansion Act of 2025, which seeks to establish regional NAS campuses nationwide. He authored SB 1743 which seeks to amend RA 10699 to ensure inclusive incentives for para-athletes. He also filed SB 413, or the Philippine National Games bill, which aims to institutionalize a nationwide grassroots sports competition serving as a recruitment platform for National Sports Associations. Go also filed SB 678, or the proposed National Tertiary Games Act, which seeks to formalize a national collegiate multisport tournament to further develop athletic talent at the tertiary level.