Smart Communications are showing its support for Filipino athletes competing in the 32nd Southeast Asian Games.
“We are one with the nation in supporting our national athletes as they represent the country on the international stage. They inspire generations of Filipinos and motivate the youth to reach for their dreams and serve the country through sports. We are eager to see our athletes shine in the SEA Games and witness their hard work and discipline bear fruit as they compete in Cambodia,” said Jude H. Turcuato, Head of Sports at PLDT and Smart, and Executive Director at MVP Sports Foundation.
Smart LiveStream App, the official broadcaster for the 32nd SEA Games, will enable millions of Filipinos to watch the games and rally support for Team Pilipinas from May 5 to 17.
PLDT, Smart, and other companies chaired by Manuel V Pangilinan have centralized their sports initiatives under MVPSF since 2011. The organization has been supporting 17 National Sports Agencies and hundreds of athletes, and contributing to nation-building through sports advocacy. The Group has also built sports centers for Filipino athletes’ training in several sports, including badminton, gymnastics, and boxing.
Team Pilipinas will field its largest delegation yet in the 32nd SEA Games, with representatives competing in all 38 events. Among the much-awaited athletes and events are Gilas Men’s and Women’s basketball teams, Olympic gymnast Carlos Yulo, Olympic pole-vaulter EJ Obiena, and bemedaled boxers Nesthy Petecio, Irish Magno, and Carlo Paalam, among others.
Smart LiveStream App is available for download on the App Store and Google Play Store. Subscribers need only enter a valid Smart Prepaid or Postpaid mobile number to enjoy the service. Upon registration, users will receive an OTP code via SMS to start streaming the games on their smartphones.
Smart LiveStream App is powered by Smart, Philippines’ Fastest and Best Mobile Network Award recipient, according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband network intelligence.
