SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena cemented its position as a leader in
Philippine sports tourism after being awarded the prestigious Sports Venue of
the Year at the 6th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards. This recognition
highlights the arena's commitment to excellence and its role in attracting
major sporting events to the Philippines.
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| In the photo: SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena's Senior Assistant Vice President and General Manager, Arnel Gonzales (center), proudly accepts the "Sports Venue of the Year" award at the 6th Philippine Sports Tourism Awards, reflecting SM MOA Arena’s role as the Philippines’ premier sports venue. |
A legacy of hosting sporting excellence
Since its opening, SM MOA Arena has been a central stage for landmark
sporting events. It gained international recognition in 2013 by hosting the
National Basketball Association (NBA) Global Games between the Indiana Pacers
and the Houston Rockets, featuring basketball icons like LeBron James and
Stephen Curry. The arena has also been home to major events such as the
International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Asia Championships, the 2023 FIBA
Basketball World Cup, the International Premier Tennis League, and the Ultimate
Fighting Championship (UFC) Fight Night in 2015.
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| Germany emerges as World Champions after the much-anticipated game against Serbia in the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Basketball World Cup 2023 Group Phase at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. |
Locally, the arena hosts annual events like the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), and the Philippine Volleyball League (PVL). SM MOA Arena also embraces the growing e-sports scene, hosting tournaments for popular games like Dota 2 and Mobile Legends.
A landmark year for SM MOA
Arena