Ateneo disputes supplemental referral implicating its athletics’ office
Ateneo de Manila University is disputing a legal referral that implicates its athletics office in the drowning deaths of two basketball players. The university argues that providing logistical support, such as arranging a bus, does not equate to legal responsibility for the event's supervision.
Why it matters
This case raises important questions regarding institutional liability and the extent of responsibility for university-sanctioned athletic activities.
MANILA, Philippines - The Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) on Thursday disputed a supplemental referral submitted to the Department of Justice that implicated its University Athletics Office (UAO) in the deaths of two of its basketball players.
The article presents the university's defense alongside the context of the ongoing legal investigation.
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