What a great way to start another year as Turf BGC, the first-ever publicly-accessible artificial turf, was finally launched last February 2. This is part of BGC’s continuous priming, and response to a passion that is fast-becoming Filipinos’ source of pride - football. 

The event was opened by an electrifying cheerdance number from the Power Up Dancers.

Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation directors and officers graced the event, and led the ceremonial kick off, along with other VIPs and guests.

L to R: Mr. Mariano Araneta (PFF President), Mr. Tony Aquino(President, FBDC), Atty. Arnel Paciano Casanova (President and Chief Exceutive Officer, BCDA), Felicito C. Payumo (Chairman and  Director, BCDA), Honorable Mayor Lani Cayetano, Mr. Ed Cruz, Jr. (Director, FBDC), Mr. Butch Campos(Chairman of the Board of Director, FBDC), Mr. Alfredo Ambroggi (Limonta Regional Head) during the ceremonial kickoff.

L to R: Senator Pia Cayetano, Honorable Lani  Cayetano and Coach Michael Weiss of Philippine Azkals exchanging pleasantries before the exhibition game.

Philippine Azkals and Giligans Stallions were also present during the launch. The teams held an exhibition game and fans stayed on til after the game to have photos with their favorite players. 

Credits to Anton Sheker for the photos (https://www.facebook.com/goal.PH)