Dave Ildefonso: Ateneo tragedy ‘accidental but avoidable’

Former Ateneo de Manila University basketball player Dave Ildefonso revealed that the tragic drowning of student-athletes Rene Baterbonia and Divine Adili could have been prevented despite being an accident. Speaking at a police investigation, Ildefonso emphasized that the incident highlights lapses that should have been addressed to ensure safety. This tragedy underscores the need for improved safety protocols and oversight in sports programs, especially in educational institutions, to prevent such avoidable tragedies in the future.