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THE LOGO
The logo makes use of the festival mask similar to those found in most Southeast Asian countries. It represents the many different cultures that will come together for the Games. At the same time the mask captures the exuberant spirit and hospitality of the Filipinos.
THE MASCOT
The Philippine Eagle is one of the world's largest eagles, distinct for the majestic plumage on top of its head. The eagle is a symbol of strength and pride. It captures the winning spirit of all the participating athletes.
Statistically, the 23rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games constitute the biggest sporting event in the region, next to the Asian Games. Being the most anticipated event in Southeast Asia, the 2005 SEA Games will be hosted by the Philippines on November 27.
For the third time, the Pearl of the Orient Seas is hosting the most significant bi-annually multi-sport event in the region. This move is seen as an important collaborative step towards its closest neighbours.
The Games are also considered both a spectacular event and a valuable opportunity for athletes to gain competition experience and preparation for the upcoming Olympic Games. The South East Asian games were purposely created to strengthen friendship, solidarity and understanding among neighboring countries in the region.
This year's Games are a number of entertaining regional multi-sport events which feature not only 41 Sports. 395 Events. 7,000 expected athletes and officials, 11 competing countries, more than a billion of spectators worldwide-- and the 23rd SEA Games go on.
A total of eleven countries vying for gold, carrying the prowess and spirit of a true athlete, will partake in the said event not only to compete but to display their talents, sportsmanship and culture.
For many years now, the SEA Games is deemed as a solid foundation where Asian people meet as one in a friendly competition as such.
The time has come once again to celebrate the games that brought every nation in the South East Asian region with one goal: To defy the greatest challenge and to contend as a true athlete in honor of our nation.