Reconnecting With Lire Ebal Ahead of BIDA Games 2026
The committee met with Lire Ebal and her mother in Muntinlupa to catch up since BIDA Games 2025, where her talent was first discovered, and hear about her journey representing the Philippines with Special Olympics Pilipinas.
The conversation was a reminder of exactly why BIDA Games exists: to give differently-abled children a stage, and sometimes, a launchpad.
Event Overview
This meeting reconnected the committee with Lire Ebal, one of BIDA Games 2025's standout stories, ahead of BIDA Games 2026.
It reaffirmed the lasting impact BIDA Games can have well beyond a single event day.
Objectives
Reconnect with Lire Ebal and her family and hear how her journey has progressed since BIDA Games 2025.
The Athletes
Lire Ebal, discovered at BIDA Games 2025, has gone on to represent the Philippines with Special Olympics Pilipinas.
"With the support of my family, coaches, and teammates, I gave sports a chance, and that's where I discovered my passion," Lire shared.
What Happened During the Event
The Meeting
The committee met with Lire Ebal and her mother in Muntinlupa to hear how her journey has unfolded since being discovered at BIDA Games 2025.
Community Partnerships
This meeting continued the committee's relationship with the Muntinlupa community from BIDA Games 2025.
Lire's story went on to be featured across both BIDA Games 2025 and 2026 coverage.
Organizing Committee
This event was organized by JCI Manila's BIDA Games 2026 committee.
Highlights
The committee reconnected with Lire Ebal, whose journey since BIDA Games 2025 continues to inspire.
The Impact
This meeting captured how far Lire Ebal's journey has come since BIDA Games 2025.
What Came Next
Partner organizations began confirming their participation, starting with Cottolengo Filipino.
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