Rovelyn Baterbonia, may hiling apat na buwan matapos pumanaw ang anak

• Rovelyn Baterbonia visited her late son Rene’s burial place four months after his death and thanked supporters who continued to send flowers and prayers
• The grieving mother renewed her appeal for justice as she remembered Rene, who died alongside Ateneo Blue Eagles teammate Divine Adili in a drowning incident during a team-building activity in Aurora
• The tragedy sparked widespread controversy involving Ateneo head coach Tab Baldwin, with Rovelyn demanding a clear explanation of what happened to her son
• Ateneo President Fr. Roberto “Bobby” Yap has maintained that the university communicated with and repeatedly apologized to the bereaved families while pledging continued support and cooperation with the investigation

Rovelyn Baterbonia continues to remember her late son, Rene Clert “Bobet” Baterbonia Jr., four months after his tragic death, sharing an emotional message on Facebook following her visit to his burial place.

The grieving mother expressed gratitude to the people who continued to show their love and support for Rene, including those who sent flowers to honor his memory. She also renewed her appeal for justice as questions surrounding the circumstances of her son’s death continued to draw public attention.

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In her Facebook post, Rovelyn reflected on the passage of four months since Rene died and acknowledged the many people who had continued to remember him and offer flowers and their condolences.

“Eka apat na buwan na Ngayon Mula ng namatay Ang aking anak parami paring nag mamahal sa lahat ng nagpadala ng mga bulaklak paraming2x salamat po sa inyo dasal po Tayo na makuha natin Ang Justice ng aking anak God bless you po sa inyo.”

Through her message, Rovelyn thanked everyone who sent flowers and continued to express affection for her son even months after his passing. She also asked supporters to keep praying that justice would be achieved for Rene.

Her post reflected the family’s continuing grief and its determination to seek answers about the tragedy. While the passage of time has brought the family further from the day Rene died, Rovelyn’s message showed that her search for accountability remains central to her efforts to honor his memory.

Rene and his Ateneo Blue Eagles teammate, Divine Adili, died on June 8, 2026, following a drowning incident during a team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.

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According to accounts of the incident, the players were participating in a training activity near the water when they encountered dangerous conditions.

The deaths prompted investigations by authorities into the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the activities conducted during the team-building session and the responsibilities of those overseeing the athletes.

Rovelyn questioned the initial characterization of her son’s death as an accident and called for a more detailed explanation. In the days following the tragedy, she also expressed distress over the way she learned of Rene’s death, saying she wanted direct communication and clear information about what had happened.

The incident drew national attention because of the young athletes’ deaths and the questions raised about safety, supervision and accountability during organized sports activities. The families sought answers while the university and government agencies faced calls to establish the facts surrounding the tragedy.

The tragedy also placed Ateneo head coach Tab Baldwin at the center of public scrutiny. The controversy also affected Baldwin’s position within the university’s basketball program. Ateneo placed Baldwin and team manager Epok Quimpo on leave while it conducted a fact-finding inquiry into the incident. Baldwin later resigned as head coach of the Blue Eagles amid the fallout. Amid the controversy, Ateneo de Manila University President Fr. Roberto “Bobby” Yap addressed the university’s response and its relationship with the bereaved families. Yap said Ateneo had been in contact with the Baterbonia and Adili families since the beginning and had repeatedly expressed its condolences and apologies. He also said the institution had offered assistance and intended to continue supporting the families over the coming years.

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Rovelyn Baterbonia became known to the public as the mother of the late collegiate basketball player Rene Clert “Bobet” Baterbonia Jr. After her son died during a team-building activity, she emerged as a vocal advocate for a thorough investigation and accountability, particularly concerning safety measures and supervision during sports-related activities. Her public statements have consistently reflected her determination to understand the circumstances of Rene’s death and ensure that the matter is addressed properly.

KAMI previously reported that Rovelyn personally gave Rene’s basketball jersey to Boss Toyo. The jersey had been worn by her son during his senior high school years. Both Rovelyn and Boss Toyo rejected reports claiming that the item had been purchased for ₱25 million. Rovelyn clarified that she handed over the jersey without requesting payment or expecting anything in return, emphasizing that the transfer was not the multimillion-peso transaction described in the reports.

In an earlier Facebook post, Rovelyn shared a smiling selfie with Angelica Yulo taken during a restaurant gathering. She captioned the post “Basher attack,” accompanied by broken-heart emojis, and also appeared with Angelica and their companions in a group photograph. The two women have both experienced the pressures of having sons who are widely recognized in Philippine sports. Rene played basketball for Ateneo, while Angelica’s son, Carlos Yulo, became an internationally celebrated gymnast after winning two Olympic gold medals.

Source: KAMI.com.gh