[1][2] She attended the Assumption Convent for her secondary education with future president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo as one of her classmates.

Carrion had multiple offers for a role in the Philippine entertainment but her parents did not allow her who gave emphasis on the importance of studies, sports, ballet and playing the piano.

[5] Carrion was made a commissioner at the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) by president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in 2001 despite her preference for a role involving tourism.

In early 2002, internal dispute occur in prompting Carrion to request Arroyo to transfer her to a role within the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Carrion notably scouted Carlos Yulo as a seven years old and her sports federation raised funds for his training.