Susan Papa

Susan Papa (–May 19, 2019) was a Filipino swimmer and later sports executive.

Swimming career Papa was a national swimmer who competed for the Philippines in international swimming competitions including the 1974 Asian Games where she won the bronze medal in the women's 4x100 medley relay with three other swimmers. She started competing internationally at age 11.

Papa retired from competitive swimming in 1976

Sports administration After retirement Papa, founded and became a sports administrator of the Philippine Swimming League, a sports organization for swimmers and coaches

In May 2018, the PSL began its unification talks with the rival group, the FINA, POC and POC-recognized Philippine Swimming Inc. under the leadership of Olympic Swimmer Gerardo “Ral” Rosario, who claimed to be the President of the organization and now under a new head Ms. Lailani Velasco.

Death Papa died on May 19, 2019, at age 64 due to complications from cervical cancer after months of treatment.

Personal life Susan is the sister of basketball player Jun Papa.