Following the tragedy that killed two of their teammates last week, the Ateneo de Manila University on Friday said as they continue to honor the memory of the late Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili, the university continues to support the men’s basketball team “during this difficult time”.
“Over the past several days, our student-athletes, coaches, and staff have participated in necessary proceedings while also beginning the challenging work of recovery. To support this process, the team is taking time for rest, reflection, and healing,” the university said in a statement.
Ateneo said that the Loyola Schools Office of Guidance and Counseling and the Ateneo Bulatao Center for Psychological Services continued to provide psychological support to the team, in ensuring that everyone is cared for, as the university moves forward.
“We are grateful for the prayers, compassion, and solidarity of the Ateneo community. We ask that you continue to keep the team, our coaches and staff, and especially the families of Bobet and Divine in your prayers as we walk this path toward healing together,” the university said.
The statement came after a walkout by its students and faculty demanding justice for the deaths of Baterbonia and Adili.
