RP Blu Boys, Girls highest ranked Filipino team sport

All eyes are once again on the Philippines after the country proved it can compete against world-class athletes in team sports. It’s not basketball or soccer, it’s softball.

The RP Blu Boys and RP Blu Girls are quickly climbing the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) rankings, capturing the attention and hearts of local Filipinos and softball enthusiasts worldwide. Both teams are currently ranked 15th in the WBSC world rankings, reflecting their hard-won success and growing dominance in the sport. With their impressive performances and steadfast determination, these teams are destined to become household names in the softball community and maintain, if not improve, their respective ranks.

The RP Blu Girls are currently competing at the Canada Cup International Softball Championship in Surrey, British Columbia, where they will face teams from Hong Kong, Canada, Israel and Mexico, among others. A few weeks ago, the RP Blu Boys showed their mettle at the 18th WBSC Men’s Softball WorldCup in Hermosillo, Mexico, where they took on Australia, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Mexico and Venezuela.

Before these remarkable runs, the year 2023 was hailed as a landmark year for Philippine softball, with four Cebuana Lhuillier-backed national teams qualifying for the World Cup: the RP Blu Girls, RP Blu Boys, U15 Women’s Team and the Philippine Co-Ed Slow Pitch Team. The exceptional performances of the RP Blu Boys and RP Blu Girls in international competitions propelled the Philippines to 14th place in the WBSC rankings. Overall, the WBSC recognized the Philippines as the country with the greatest progress, rising 17 positions from No. 31 at the start of the year. This meteoric rise highlights the team’s relentless drive and exceptional skill, setting the stage for an exciting future in international softball.

The dedication and passion of ASAPHIL President and Cebuana Lhuillier CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier have been instrumental in this remarkable journey of the RP Blu Boys and RP Blu Girls. His unwavering commitment to making softball a prominent and respected sport in the Philippines has led to numerous initiatives and programs designed to take the sport to new heights. Lhuillier’s leadership has not only provided the necessary financial support and resources, but he has also created a culture of excellence and determination among the young athletes.

“I have high expectations for softball because it is a sport in which I am convinced that the Filipinos have what it takes to be the best in the world,” Lhuillier said with conviction.

As the RP Blu Boys and RP Blu Girls continue their ascent on the global softball stage, their journey promises to be nothing short of exhilarating. Their relentless drive and exceptional talent set new standards, making every match not only a must-see event but an embodiment of the Filipino people’s potential and passion for the sport. PR