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| Abbreviation | FESSAP |
|---|---|
| Type | University sports federation |
| Headquarters | Manila, Philippines |
Region served | Philippines |
President | Edwin Fabro |
Secretary General | Graham Lim |
| Affiliations | International University Sports Federation (FISU) Asia Pacific University Sports Union (APUSU) |
| Website | http://www.fessap.net/ |
The Federation of School Sports Association of the Philippines, abbreviated as FESSAP is a university sports federation based in the Philippines established in 1999.[1] It is recognized by the Commission on Higher Education since 1999 and member of the International University Sports Federation (FISU) since 2009. The university sports body is the sole recognized body for university sports in the Philippines by FISU.[2][3] FESSAP is also a member of the Asian University Sports Federation since 2000.[4]
In 2013, the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) disputed the membership of FESSAP in FISU. The UAAP asserts that from the 1967 to 2007 the UAAP has been sending athletes to the Universiade, which is organized by FISU.[5] In a meeting by the FISU Executive Committee in Trento, Italy held in December 8, 2013, FESSAP's membership was confirmed by FISU.[2][3]
- ^ "FESSAP established in 1999". FESSAP. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
- ^ a b "FESSAP is the sole local national university sports body recognized by FISU". The Manila Times. 21 September 2015. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
- ^ a b "Universiade, FISU recognize FESSAP". The Philippine Star. 20 January 2014. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
- ^ "FESSAP Inducted by Philippine President". FISU. 5 March 2009. Retrieved 23 September 2015.
- ^ Terrado, Reuben (16 July 2013). "With full POC backing, UAAP moves to regain Universiade recognition". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved 23 September 2015.