Ateneo de Manila University is in mourning after confirming the passing of two members of its men’s basketball team, Rene Baterbonia (May 8, 2007-June 8, 2026) and Divine Adili (April 14, 2005-June 8, 2026), following a drowning incident during a team-building activity on Monday.
Baterbonia was 19 years old and Adili was 21 years old.
The University said both student-athletes were involved in the incident in Dipaculao, Aurora, which led to their untimely deaths.
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Ateneo expressed profound grief over the loss of Baterbonia and Adili, describing the tragedy as a deeply painful moment for the entire community.
“The entire Ateneo community mourns the loss of Rene and Divine,” the University said, extending condolences to their families, teammates, coaches, friends, and loved ones.
Support mechanisms have been made available for the bereaved families and members of the basketball program as they cope with the tragedy, while the University has also requested privacy for those affected.
Further details regarding wake and funeral arrangements will be released once finalized in consultation with the families.
