21/02/2026
Joshua “The Passion” Pacio , the decorated ONE Strawweight MMA World Champion from the Philippines, has been recognized multiple times by the Philippine Sportswriters Association (PSA) for his achievements in mixed martial arts.
2020 PSA Awards: Pacio was honored at the 2020 SMC-Philippine Sportswriters Association awards night (honoring 2019 achievements) for his excellence as a ONE Championship titleholder.
Recent Recognitions (2025-2026): Following his 2025 performance, Pacio has been consistently lauded by major Philippine sporting bodies. The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) conferred on him the 2025 MMA Fighter of the Year award.
PSA Recognition 2026: In the most recent 2026 PSA Awards (covering 2025 achievements), Pacio was included among the esteemed awardees for his continued success and impact on Philippine sports.
International Recognition: He was also named the Sports Personality of the Year by the International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) in June 2025 for his contributions to sports and for being a role model.
Pacio, a key figure from Lions Nation MMA (formerly Team Lakay), is recognized for his achievements and for being a prominent ambassador for Filipino MMA on the global
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