# History ## Pre-Colonial Era ## Spanish Colonial Period ## American Colonial Period ## Post-War Era ## Modern Era # Notable Boxers ## Pancho Villa ## Gabriel "Flash" Elorde ## Manny Pacquiao ## Nonito Donaire ## Emerging Boxers # Major Competitions and Events ## National Championships ## International Competitions ### Asian Games ### Southeast Asian Games ### Olympic Participation ### Notable Recent Fights # Boxing Organizations ## Philippine Sports Commission ## Games and Amusements Board ### Role in Regulation and Safety ## Philippine Boxing Federation ## International Collaborations ### World Boxing Organization # Influence and Cultural Impact ## Media and Film ## Popularity and Public Perception ## Socio-Economic Impact ## National Identity and Unity # Challenges and Controversies ## Safety and Health Concerns ## Match-Fixing and Corruption ## Decline in Popularity # Women in Boxing ## Historical Background ## Prominent Female Boxers ## Gender Equality Issues # Training and Development ## Grassroots Programs ## Notable Boxing Gyms ## Role of Coaches and Trainers ## Training Initiatives and Improvements # Future Prospects ## Emerging Talents ## Government and Private Sector Support ## Related Sports ## Filipino Martial Arts ## International Influence and Recognition