Athletes, from elite to grassroots levels, can now showcase their unique talents to a global audience – right at their fingertips.
On Monday, October 6, the Philippine Sports Commission and the Elite Link platform have launched the new application that will serve as a digital database and recruitment platform connecting Filipino athletes across all sports and competition to support talent identification and development efforts of the PSC and National Sports Associations (NSAs).
“It is a chance for our young, talented athletes to find their communities, to discover opportunities, and to realize their potential,” noted Chairman Patrick ‘Patò’ Gregorio.
For Elite Link Chief Executive Officer Guillaume Lucci, “Elite Link offers you a clear, efficient way of identifying talents and delivering support where and when it is needed. We are not just launching an app, we’re launching a movement to connect and empower every Filipino athlete.”
Through the new app, athletes can register, upload, and update their personal profile, statistics, credentials, achievements, and performance highlights for visibility and monitoring by verified coaches, scouts and recruiters, showcasing Filipino athletic talent on a global scale.
According to Lucci, in his previous statement in August, Elite Link will design, develop, and manage a secure, scalable, and user-friendly mobile application that has been crafted with the needs of Filipino athletes at its core, but will also appeal to connect with athletes worldwide.
Data protection mechanisms and authentication will be installed to ensure secure access and integrity of athlete data.
The PSC will also be given basic data insights and analytics through a dedicated dashboard to assist in their implementation and oversight of an integrated amateur sports promotion and development program for the country.