Celebrating Two Decades of an Active, Healthy Lifestyle

6,150 young athletes compete at the 20^th Alaska Football Cup Championship

Two decades of commitment with the world’s most popular sport, Alaska Milk holds the 20^th Alaska Football Cup at the Alabang Country Club in Ayala Alabang Village for a three-day event on November 28-30.

The biggest football event for young athletes attracted players of all ages, from as young as six years old. They have gathered in one venue to participate in one of the longest-running and most successful grassroots-development programs in the local football scene.

“This marks another monumental event for Alaska. We have 410 teams and a total of 6,150 football players together in one venue, all united by their love for football,” shares Wilfred Uytengsu, President and CEO of Alaska Milk Corporation. “It is of great pride to witness how the Alaska Sports Program has engaged young athletes into this kind of culture, and how they live by the values inherent in sports,” he further adds.

The Alaska Football Cup is one of the highly anticipated annual football tournaments for today’s young athletes. The weekend event will be played with more than 800 seven-a-side games, in 29 football fields, and officiated by over 168 fame officials.

School teams and football clubs from all over the Philippines including Masbate, Baguio, Negros Occidental, Cebu, Davao, Palawan, Legaspi, Laguna, Batangas, Bukidnon, Zambales, Pampanga, Tarlac, Ilocos, Bicol, Romblon, Davao Sur, Compostela Valley, Quezon, Cavite, Albay, Pangasinan, Bacolod, Iloilo, Mindoro and Metro Manila will participate.

Alaska on developing the child’s “winning form”

Alaska Milk encourages sports engagement, as it instills the value of determination, discipline, hard work, team work and sportsmanship during the early stages of a child’s life. Participation in sports like football helps them achieve the “winning form’’, which has been Alaska’s goal for children since it launched its first football cup tournament in 1995.

Football provides an active alternative for children in place of passive activities such as watching television, surfing the internet, or spending too much time on social media. The National Nutrition Survey of the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) reported that health issues are best addressed by adopting an active lifestyle along with healthy diet, and regular drinking of milk, at least twice daily.

Sports tournament like this develops the athletic and social skills of participants through healthy competition among the same age group, while it boosts physical and mental development.

Become an inspiring athlete too and join Alaska’s sports programs – Nutrition. Action. Champion.

For general information about Alaska Milk Corporation, visit www.alaskamilk.com. For general information about the 20^th Alaska Football Cup, visit www.alaskapowercamp.com/football; Like Alaska Milk on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PlayPH for updates.

Guest Post: Money Saving on Smartphones

Hey everyone, this - as you could see on the title - is a guest post from writer: Ms. Lenny Marlina (Nina Lia) of (http://mightytechnews.wordpress.com/). 

Your smartphone may be one of the biggest investments you make this year, but that doesn't mean it has to be your most expensive purchase. With the price points on mobile devices climbing sky high (and their data plans, too), it’s more important than ever to make sure that you’re getting the most value for your money. Which smartphone gives you the best return for your money? Keep reading to find out.

Blackberry Z10

Starting with the most recent release, the Blackberry Z10 is the all-touch screen phone released by the retailer primarily known for its trusty keypads and business-friendly phones. The Z10 packs plenty of surprises, including a new operation system, BB10, as well as an improved interface capable of running up to eight apps at a time. The most pleasant surprise of all, however, might just be the price; the Blackberry Z10’s price starts at just under P30,000.

Apple iPhone 5

For loyal Apple customers, there may not be anything quite like an iPhone. This mobile model has changed very little throughout its generational span, and the iPhone 5 holds true to this design pattern. However, Apple enthusiasts will readily notice even the small tweaks, such as a new “low-light” mode for the phone’s camera, or the faster shutter speed. But with prices starting at P35,400, it’s hard to believe that the iPhone 5 can beat any other smartphone in price.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Active

The newest release from Samsung is a waterproof  version of its Galaxy S4. While the original phone garnered reviews for its specs--namely, its large screen and excellent video playback quality--the Active logs extra points for accident-prone users. This spec is worth the money alone, if you find yourself dropping your very expensive smartphone into water often; reportedly, you can leave this one fully immersed in water for up to half an hour without any damage. And with a price around P27,990, it’s on par with Blackberry’s Z10 and less expensive than its Apple counterpart.

Nokia Lumia 920

Also known as Windows Phone 8, this Nokia update is being marketed as the device that functions as a camera first, then a phone. It does provide a stunning F2.0 lens, as well as features like image stabilisation and a low-light setting. But what astounds consumers the most about this phone is the price. It’s the lowest on our list, at around P27,000.

Other Ways To Save

Of course, if you’re trying to assess the true cost of a smartphone, the sale price is just the beginning. You can almost always get these phones for a fraction of their respective costs by signing on for a plan at the time of purchase. And when it comes to paying for data, there are ways to make your phone bill cheaper if you don’t have an unlimited data plan. Always look for wifi hotspots that you can tap into instead of using your phone’s data, for example, or bookmark mobile-optimised websites to save on data usage.

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