UAAP COMMITS TO TRUTH, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND JUSTICE IN AURORA INCIDENT As the UAAP continues to mourn the untimely passing of Ateneo de Manila University student-athletes Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili on June 8, 2026 in Dipaculao, Aurora, the League continues to extend its heartfelt condolences to their families, loved ones, teammates, coaches, and the entire Ateneo community. We stand in solidarity with all those grieving this profound loss and join them in honoring the memory of two young lives taken too soon. As previously stated, the UAAP will fully take into account the findings of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the concerned member school, as only limited details have been officially confirmed. The UAAP, however, is closely following all the developments surrounding this tragic incident and carefully reviewing the findings of the ongoing investigations as they come. When completed, all the relevant information will be referred for a full and fair review to the Rules and Disciplinary Committee, composed of representatives from the seven other member schools The safety, well-being, and holistic development of student-athletes are at the heart of the UAAP’s inherent mission. As a community of educational institutions, we are committed to learning from this tragedy and we will work together to strengthen safeguards that protect our student-athletes both on and off the field of play. Rest assured that the UAAP will: • Enforce sanctions in cases where there are breaches of established protocols, laws and regulations provided these sanctions are established through due process and in accordance with governance and disciplinary procedures. • Review and, if needed, revise existing rules and policies to further strengthen accountability, enhance student welfare, and uphold the highest standards of safety. • Promote and expand access to protective measures, mental health resources, and support services for student-athletes, coaches, and staff, while sustaining programs that foster camaraderie and communal well-being. This difficult moment has reminded us that the care and protection of our student athletes are paramount. Together, we remain committed to fostering a sporting environment grounded in safety, respect, accountability and genuine concern for the well-being of every member of the UAAP community.

“Father Karel has announced that Ateneo de Davao University will be renaming the basketball court at the Senior High School in honor of Rene. RBCC — Rene Baterbonia Covered Court. What an incredible and meaningful tribute to a young man who inspired so many people through his humility, hard work, faith, and love for his family. Rene dreamed big despite having very little. He carried the pride of his family, his community, and Ateneo de Davao wherever he went. Now, generations of student-athletes will step onto that court and be reminded of his story, his sacrifices, and the dreams he chased with all his heart. Rene, your name will forever be part of Ateneo de Davao. Every practice, every game, every young athlete who steps onto the RBCC will remember the boy who proved that no dream is too big when you are willing to work for it. Congratulations, Rene. This court will stand as a reminder of the life you lived and the lives you continue to inspire. 💙🦅 RBCC — Rene Baterbonia Covered Court. Forever an Eagle. Forever our MVP.” – COACH JESS

Bumili ng 75-inch na TV ang lolo ni Bobet para sana mapanood niya ang kanyang apo na maglaro sa darating na UAAP season. Inutang pa raw niya ang ipinambili nito. Ganoon niya kamahal at ipinagmamalaki si Bobet. 🥺❤️‍🩹

yep kaya nga umalis si pia eh di siya kinampihan lol to think from influential family na yan ah hahhahaha basketball >>> talaga yan sila

Si Rene ang mukha ng milyun-milyong batang Pilipino na ang tanging puhunan sa pangarap ay pag-asa.

Ateneo de Davao University fulfills one of Bobet’s dreams by granting scholarships to all of his siblings. 🥺 Maraming salamat, ADDU. Maraming salamat, Fr. Karel. ⚔️ Bobet, sana masaya ka ngayon. 🥺

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I really love how everyone is calling for justice for the deaths of Rene and Divine and calling for accountability and transparency from Ateneo. Now, it is up to the UAAP if they will ban Ateneo or not. The entire Philippines is watching.