 The PRFU is proud to have supported three participants at the recent World Rugby Level 2 Immediate Care in Rugby (ICIR) Course in Jakarta, Indonesia: Enrico Barin (PSC MSAS), Dr. Felix Gaddi (PSC MSAS), and Dr. David Adamson.
Having qualified medics is a big part of making sure rugby in the Philippines continues to grow safely and sustainably. Player welfare is everything — and by investing in our medical team, we’re building the strong foundations the game needs to thrive. This journey was made even more meaningful with our partnership with the Philippine Sports Commission, with MSAS team members also taking part. As Enrico shared, “Being part of the ICIR Course has greatly helped my current PT clinical practice. It provided up-to-date in-field rugby medical knowledge and skill. Meeting ASEAN counterparts reassures me that local practice is at par with the region.” Dr. Gaddi added, “It was a great experience. Revisiting the basics of giving the best care to our rugby players was refreshing — and meeting new people was definitely a bonus.” Dr. Gaddi is also set to attend the World Rugby Educator Course (Medical Strand) on May 16–18 in Dubai, which will help train more personnel locally and build sustainable capacity within the PSC MSAS team and the Philippine Rugby Community. PRFU’s Training and Education Director, Damon Freeman, summed it up best: "Player welfare has always been at the heart of rugby. By supporting our medics with world-class training, we’re making sure the future of the game in the Philippines is in safe hands.” Congratulations to our participants and thank you for flying the flag for Philippine rugby! About Philippine Rugby Football Union The Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) is the governing body for the sport of rugby in the Philippines. Established in 1998, PRFU is dedicated to the development and promotion of rugby across the country, from grassroots to elite levels. PRFU oversees various rugby programs, competitions, and national teams, aiming to make rugby a major sport in the Philippines. For inquiries, please contact: [email protected] The Philippine Rugby Football Union has officially announced the 12-player rosters for both the Men’s and Women’s Rising Stars Teams, a pathway program into the national team. These athletes will represent the Philippines in the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Sevens, scheduled to take place at Jurong West Stadium, Singapore, on April 4-5. The Rising Stars program is a pathway program composed of local-based heritage men’s and women’s players selected from the High-Performance Program 7s (HPP 7s) of the PRFU. It aims to develop these local heritage players and provide more opportunities for them to hone their skills through international exposure to high-level matches across Southeast Asia. Philippine Rising Stars Men’s Team The following are the 12 players representing the Philippine Men’s 7s Team: John Lester Copino - Eagles RFC Raphael Barberis - Manila Nomads / NTP John Frits Copino - Eagles RFC Jovan King Jasper Masalunga - Clark Jets Fernan Tudoc - SKF Makati Mavericks Johnathan Paul Greenwood - Manila Nomads Dylan Duncan Davies - SKF Makati Mavericks Jonel Madrona - Clark Jets / NTP Ezra James Morales - Manila Nomads Richard Macroyo - Manila Nomads Connor Browne - SKF Makati Mavericks Joeben Belda - Eagles RFC The team is led by Head Coach Timothy Bweheni, Assistant Coach/Team Coordinator Alexandre Alain Herve Menard, and Physiotherapist Jun Whei Cheah.  Philippine Rising Stars Women’s Team The following are the 12 players representing the Philippine Women’s 7s Team: Rassiel Sales - SKF Makati Mavericks / NTP Sylva Tudoc - SKF Makati Mavericks / NTP Pauline Isabelle Fernandez - Manila Nomads Bhea Estacio - SKF Makati Mavericks Janin Puig - SKF Makati Mavericks / NTP Ma. Catalina Carmen Kwan - Cebu Dragons Annaliza Galvizo - Eagles RFC Allysa Mae Benosa - SKF Makati Mavericks Kristin Joyce Go - Manila Nomads Jheewel Idea - SKF Makati Mavericks Lara Jean Lara - SKF Makati Mavericks Mariah Jasmine Torio - SKF Makati Mavericks The team is led by Head Coach Angella Camille San Juan, Assistant Coach/Team Coordinator Lalaine Joyce Bacus, and Physiotherapist Megan John. Both teams have been training rigorously for this prestigious tournament, a key competition for amateur players aspiring to join the national team, against emerging rugby sevens teams in the region. As the competition draws closer, Filipino rugby fans are encouraged to show their support for the Philippine Rising Stars as they take on the challenge at the SEA 7s 2025.  About Philippine Rugby Football Union
The Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) is the governing body for the sport of rugby in the Philippines. Established in 1998, PRFU is dedicated to the development and promotion of rugby across the country, from grassroots to elite levels. PRFU oversees various rugby programs, competitions, and national teams, aiming to make rugby a major sport in the Philippines. For inquiries, please contact: [email protected] |
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