On facebook, I posted this poll question: Which NSAs in Davao need a change in leadership?There are some NSAs (National Sports Associations) which our sports community already detest for either overstaying or underachieving. In most cases, both overstaying and underachieving.
Take the case of boxing, for a long time it has not progressed since the glory days of amateur boxing ended with the uncle-nephew tandem of Nonoy Garcia and Bing Reta. Today, amateur boxing in Davao City has plummeted down in terms of accomplishments and sustainable development.
There is also the case of athletics which badly needed new leadership. I believe it is time to pass the torch to a new and energetic leadership. No offense here but no one should have a Torrens title to the NSA stronghold.
Another is cycling and this is pathetic. For decades, this has been under the rule of one man. Ask around the cycling community and they will tell you a litany of disgust. This will hurt but I have to also air the sentiment of the biking community who has long dreamed of reforms and according to them, it starts with credibility.
I agree perfectly with that. Credibility is an uncompromising element of leadership. This is the first measure for a sports leader to be thrust with the responsibility of steering the association. Add to that is vision and genuine dedication.
They say they could not find it in the long-staying leadership.
You need not look further. A man’s track record will show.
So just like the other NSAs, I leave it now to the community to air their common stand via the poll question we posted. They can read it at the SCOOP page administered by my good friend Lito delos Reyes. Or you can email me at bravoneil@rocketmail.com.
After posting it Thursday night, the response has been tremendous.
The polling got off quickly.
You know who the frontrunner is for the changes?
Your guess is as good as mine.
