SPORTS development is one of the critical components of great civilizations, outgoing Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones said during the final inspection of facilities of the National Academy of Sports (NAS) at the New Clark City on Tuesday in Capas, Tarlac. “Great civilizations have always been associated with sports. Think of Rome and the gladiators and their famous Colosseum,” Briones said. “Think of Greece with the Olympics and all the races and traditions carried on until today. Think of the many great and big countries leading in sports competition at present.” “These countries …