You lifted us from apathy and sorrow;
Broke the bonds of indifference and despair!
You gifted us with hope for a new tomorrow!
If we be true! And give our all! And dare!
You bested the gauntlets of stamina and speed
Of brains and brawn, of nerves of steel, and skill.
Consumed by but one passion - to succeed!
Give more than all! With indomitable will!
I would not mention names for you are legion
Each one doing his utmost as part of a team.
You met the best of the Southeast Asian region
Winning more than what we dared to dream!
O Philippine Athletes! Heroes! Thru thick and thin!
We salute you! You gave us back the Will to Win!
*Oragon, Dec. 1991
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