Boxing
has been one of the most popular sports in the country today thanks to Manny ‘Pacman’
Pacquiao, Nonito ‘The Filipino Flash’ Donaire and other Filipino boxers who put
our country in the global map because of this sport.
Meet
the future of Philippine boxing. Born Bryan Miguel M. Ortiala on January 26,
2001 to Mr. Ernie Ortiala and Ms. Ma.
Nora Ortiala in Las Pinas City, this 5-foot-3 young flyweight boxer promises to
have a greater career ahead as he is now part of the CALABARZON delegation for
this year’s Palarong Pambansa in Bigan City, Ilocos Sur. He is representing
Cavite province in this year’s RSC.
“This
is the sports that my father taught me when I was still a kid, that is why I
love the world of boxing. My grandfather is also a boxer, and I know that
boxing runs in our family’s blood”, said Bryan. Coming from a family of boxers,
he was inspired to be one because of his Uncle Rico, a former world boxing
champion.
He
has been reaping accolades in boxing in his hometown, yet this will be the
first time that he is going to represent his school, his division, and now his
region. “When I told them I’m going to play boxing, some of them didn’t believe
at first. I am small, a little skinny, but when I showed them my medals from
outside the school tournaments, and showed them my skills in the boxing ring,
they did believe”, added Bryan.
Aside
from boxing, he also likes to play and watch basketball games. His idol in
boxing is 8 time world division champion Emmanuel Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao and
Nonito Donaire. Eating vegetables and fruits, according to Bryan, is something
that helps him to be physically fit for the game. When it comes to his
training, gym and oval running are best for amateur boxers like him.
Bryan’s
ambition in life is to be successful and to help his family. His advice to
those young kids who also would like to become a boxer someday, “Dream big and
persevere in life. Don’t forget to pray to our Almighty God”. With skills and
talent combined with unceasing faith in God, this boxing lad will definitely
reach his dreams in the near future.
Photo courtesy of Ms. Elaine Delas Alas Medina
Email
the author at: paolomanuelfule@yahoo.com
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