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The Shoeland x Ang Sapatusan, Marikina City (2025)

18/12/2025

SYMPHONY OF EXCELLENCE. The halls of Kalumpang Elementary School Gym resonated with the broadway spirit as MariScians gathered yesterday, December 17, for the highly anticipated Interbatch Chorale Competition.

The event spearheaded by MariSci Glee Club and MariSci English Club, showcased the discipline, artistry, and vocal prowess of learners from Grades 7 through 12.

Evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges, each batch delivered a sophisticated renditions of popular musicals; the event then concluded with the awarding of the top three batch musicals: Illumina (Grade 12) earned first place, followed by Hasapiro (Grade 9) and Perennial (Grade 11) as first and second runner up, respectively.

Written by: Kate Maghirang
Photos by: Valerie Clemente and Kate Maghirang

12/12/2025

𝗡𝗦𝗗𝗚𝗔, 𝗦𝗥𝗡𝗛𝗦 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗸 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗮’𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼
Via Carlos Nesperos

“HUP! TUSS! HIA!”

Nuestra Señora De Guia Academy (NSDGA) strikes with prowess to secure their ticket to NCR’s Regional Palaro with San Roque National High School (SRNHS) at Marikina’s Division Palaro Pencak Silat Seni (artistic demonstration) category held at San Roque Elementary School, Dec. 11.

The NSDGA clinched five gold medals and one silver for SRNHS in said category.

NSDGA’s Cyrus Aspiras netted gold at Pencak Silat’s Tunggal (single) category.

Moving precisely, Aspiras hushed the gymnasium with his powerful yet soulful performance; each swing, kick, and smile charmed by the crowd’s screams sealed the deal.

With previous knowledge of Tunggal at Rizal’s Palarong Panlalawigan, this isn’t his first rodeo. Harold Desacula of SRNHS followed second.

Aspiras captured gold again at the Ganda (double cinematic) and Regu (team artistic) categories along with his partners, Arnold Bacquiller and Jerome Bucad.

In tandem, Bacquiller and Aspiras charmed the audience with their smiles and expressions as every hit left the audience in awe at their cinematic duel.

At Regu, Bucad fused synchronicity with dynamism, delivering a fierce display of harmony, precision, and power.

“I discovered Silat through our captain, Jazz. My first training was hard but fun, and it made me want to continue,” Bucad said.

The four athletes will represent the Marikina division at the NCR Palaro.

12/12/2025

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹
𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝗶𝗹-𝗕𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿
Via Kailah Myles Callado

The Division Palaro semifinal between Fortune High School (FHS) and St. Scholastica Academy of Marikina (SSAM) was a masterclass in underdog grit.

What FHS lacked in size, they made up for in heart — and it paid off in a thrilling two-set win, capped by a SSAM service error that settled the final score at 20–25, 27–26.

The opening set started rough for FHS. The SSAM came out swinging, with back-to-back power spikes and service aces that put FHS in an immediate hole, falling behind 0–1, 0–2, and 0–4.

“Kinakabahan pero kapit lang kasi pinaghandaan naman namin, grabe din yung pagod,” FHS team captain Malcila Banez shared.

The pressure intensified when their go-to player suffered a sprain nearing the Division Palaro — a blow that left the squad scrambling to adjust.

“Nahihirapan kami mag-adjust dahil sa injury sa paa niya,” coach John Orvil Monar of FHS admitted, who had prepared his team with thrice-weekly practices precisely for tough matchups like this.
The SSAM tried to capitalize with a monster block and more aces (3–5, 3–6, 5–7), briefly seizing momentum. But this time, FHS held firm, turning the tide with steadier receives and sharper coordination to take the first set, 25–20.
Behind that victory was the team’s growing bond — forged in months of training that transformed a once-disorganized group into a cohesive unit. “Siguro yung bond na nabuo ng team sa pag-training namin… ngayong taon medyo mas handa kami do’n sa teamwork,” Monar said.
The second set was a rollercoaster. The SSAM surged ahead first with a four-point service ace streak, threatening to close out the match early.

But FHS refused to fold. Drawing on their motto “Trust Your Team”, they fought back with a flurry of power spikes that extinguished SSAM’s momentum. Rallies and a well-timed FHS service ace tied the game at 9–9, then 10–10.

“Communication po ‘yung key talaga namin — kumapit kami, pinag-usapan namin ito, at tsini-cheer namin ang isa’t isa,” Banez emphasized, adding that players chased down every ball, no matter how far.

In the final moments, with the score knotted at 26–26, SSAM stepped up to serve — and sent the ball out of bounds. The service error sealed FHS’ victory, 27–26, and booked their spot in the NCR Palaro finals.

As FHS celebrated on the court, their win stood as proof of their team’s core strength: unity. From overcoming injury and early mistakes to turning communication into their greatest weapon, they lived out their motto in every play.

12/12/2025

𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗢𝗗:
𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗶 𝗖𝘂𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗼 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺
Via Mark Villon

Iniahon ni Jacob Cuervo ang Marikina Science High School matapos humakot ng parangal sa Division Athletics Meet - Swimming Category sa Marikina Sports Center noong Disyembre 11.

Sa pagbubukas ng torneo, agarang kumaripas sa tubig si Cuervo matapos ibulsa ang unang gintong medalya ng MariSci sa 100m breaststroke.

Hindi rin napigilan ang kaniyang ragasa matapos sumungkit ng tatlo pang magkakasunod na pilak sa 200m Individual Medley, 50m breastroke, 400m freestyle, at 4x100m medley.

Pagsapit ng huli at ikalawang araw, muling kumislap ang kaniyang lakas matapos lusungin ang ginto sa 4x50m medley.

𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗴𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗱𝗮𝗹𝘂𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗴

Aminado ngunit hindi patitinag ang batang manlalangoy na tila pagsalubong sa malaking alon ang kaniyang kahaharapin kontra sa mas malalaki at matatanda niyang katunggali.

"Hindi naman na po ako naninibago dahil dati na po ako nagko-compete. Wala rin pong pressure kahit po mas matatanda sila sa akin,” ani ni Cuervo.

Para sa kaniya, bukod sa pisikal na kakayahan, pundasyon ng kaniyang tagumpay ang disiplina sa anim na buwang preparasyon para sa kompetisyon.

“Araw-araw po tuwing pagtapos ng klase, diretso na po kami kaagad ng training. Pero weekends po pahinga naman at paghabol ng mga school works,” saad ni Cuervo.

Binigyang-diin din ng batang atleta ang tulong mula sa kaniyang tagapag-ensayo at magulang na umalalay sa kaniyang paghahanda.

Sa muling pagtapak ni Cuervo sa tubig dala ang bandera ng lungsod para sa paparating na NCR Palaro, tangan niya ang tapang at determinasyong patuloy na paghusayin ang sarili.

“Wala po akong goal for now pero ipagpapatuloy ko lang po ang swimming at pagte-training para sa susunod na competition.”

12/12/2025

𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗽𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱, 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘀
Via Anikka Maderal

Checkmate.

District 1-Cluster A (D1-CA) reigned over the board as Almwayne Magpusao stood his ground in the Secondary Men's Chess, finishing with 6 points at Parang High School today.

Pinned in a tight spot, Magpusao managed to regain his rhythm after spotting a loophole in his opponent's defense—an opening that swung the momentum in his favor and sealed his victory.

With the experiences and medals he recently earned in Batang Pinoy—gold in ASEAN Blitz and 960 Blitz, and bronze in Standard Chess—Magpusao sharpened both confidence and composure, helping him bring out his full potential in today's performance.

"Mahirap po kasi sa NCR palaro kasi wala siyang age category unlike in Batang Pinoy, kaya it's a lot harder," shared by the athlete.

Trailing behind him was Narciso LLagas III (D1-CA), who tallied 5 points, while Albert Odtohan (MARIPRISAA 2) followed in third with 4 points.

As D1-CA collects another strong finish toward their overall standings, Magpusao locks in his place as one of Marikina's representatives in the Regionals next year.

12/12/2025

CHAPTER 25 CLOSED
The Marikina Division Palaro 2025 concluded its three-day sports event with a closing ceremony held on the 11th of December at Marikina Elementary School.

The program highlighted participating districts and clusters that demonstrated grit, perseverance, and sportsmanship throughout the entire competition.

In her closing remarks, Marikina City Mayor Marjorie Ann Teodoro emphasized that sports should be valued not only for performance but for the passion that drives every athlete.

“Manalo man o matalo, dapat nandoon ang puso mo,” Mayor Teodoro said.

After witnessing their athletic skill and passion, the overall medal standings have been tallied highlighting each cluster’s performance.

ELEMENTARY LEVEL
🏆 CHAMPION - Suelas Maringal (Cluster 2B)
20 Gold medals
26 Silver medals
28 Bronze medals

1ST RUNNER UP - Mighty Shoe Tracks (MARIPRISAA 1)
14 Gold medals
20 Silver medals
21 Bronze medals

SECONDARY LEVEL
🏆 CHAMPION - Mighty Shoe Tracks (MARIPRISAA 1)
74 Gold medals
52 Silver medals
41 Bronze medals

1ST RUNNER UP - Strong Takong (Cluster 1A)
62 Gold medals
56 Silver medals
61 Bronze medals

2ND RUNNER UP - Striking Stilettos (Cluster 2B)
21 Gold medals
13 Silver medals
25 Bronze medals

3RD RUNNER UP - Shoe Barons (Cluster 2A)
15 Gold medals
14 Silver medals
23 Bronze medals

The Marikina Division Palaro 2025 ends the ceremony with extinguishing the flame, signifying the end of the competition.

However the dousing of the torch is not a means to an end but rather a reminder that the spirit of the competition will continue to burn within every athlete, coach, and game watcher alike.

10/12/2025

ICYMI: Multiple events including dancesports, swimming, and wrestling wrapped up their final matches during the 2nd day of the Marikina Division Palaro 2025 held yesterday, December 10. Meanwhile other sports continue their preparations for their finals match scheduled for today.

Photos by: Andre Santos, Arwen Villanueva, Clarence Vinuya, Emmanuel Chua, Jaime Mariano, JC Espiritu, Julianne Tambaoan, Justin Dimasaka, Kate Maghirang, and Valerie Clemente

10/12/2025

𝗡𝗦𝗗𝗚𝗔 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘀
via Sheridon Reyes

Nuestra Señora De Guia Academy’s (NSDGA) former regional qualified women’s Table Tennis doubles team, Ashlyn Ponte and Seuvie Ann Tamayo, chop their way back to Regional Palaro against Marist School’s team, Savannah Grace Bernardo and Gweneff Pia Iroma, at Marikina Table Tennis Doubles Division Palaro Championship: 7-11, 11-7, 5-11, and 10-12, respectively, earlier at Marikina Sports Center.

NSDGA scores the first point as Tamayo served with a side spin at her opponent. 0 - 1

“Kung nag-service ka ng side spin at mali ang direksyon ng raketa [ng kalaban] mo, babaliko ang talbog [ng bola],” the player added when asked what her strategy was.

Marist led the scoreboard as NSDGA missed the mark with their lobs, sending the ball off the table. 4 - 3

“Huwag masyadong i-pressure ang teammate dahil nawawala sila sa focus,” Iroma answered on what mindset she had that contributed to their performance.

NSDGA catches up with Marist with Ponte’s sharp chops against the opposing team. 5 - 4

Wanting to end the game quickly, Ponte executes another slice when the other team pushes the ball back, leading both teams to have equal points. 9 - 9

The game intensifies as both teams enter a deuce after Marist over-drives the ball during a heated rally. 10 - 10

After a continuous, fierce exchange of the ball from the opposing determined teams, NSDGA performs a final chop to the other side, prevailing in the close match. 10 - 12

The game ended in roaring cheers from supporters as NSDGA once again reigned the Table Tennis Division Palaro Championship title.

“Ayun lang lagi pinupukpok sa amin ni coach na may consistency dahil parang lagi mo nang mapapasok ang bola—kung saan ang direksyon, at saan ilalagay,” both the winners commented on their plans for improvement for the upcoming Regional Palaro.

10/12/2025

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝘄𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 ‘𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀’ 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀
Via Kailah Myles Callado

With Passion in Every Stroke - Representing Special Education Maruno of Concepcion Elementary School, young swimmer Kristian Drake Nicolas, a learner on the autism spectrum, made a remarkable splash in the 50m Breaststroke. His swimming journey began with a simple love for the water. According to his guardians, “mahilig siya sa tubig,” and when they first enrolled him in swimming classes, he showed no fear at all. Unlike many beginners, Kristian dove in with confidence and ease, proving that swimming was more than a sport for him; it was a natural hobby and a source of pure joy.

But like any athlete, Kristian faced challenges along the way, many of which were tied to him being on the autism spectrum. As shared by coach Martin Laureano, maintaining focus was one of the biggest waves that were hard to conquer. Kristian loved to jump, splash, and play — behaviors that came naturally to him but made training a bit tougher.

During both practices and in competition, Kristian’s excitement would often cause him to be distracted and/or attempt to switch lanes. Yet, even with such setbacks guidance from his coaches and unwavering support of his guardians - who even used rubber chicken as visual cues - he was able to stay focused and complete his race, demonstrating both determination and a strong passion for swimming.

Despite those obstacles, Kristian’s strengths stood out unmistakably. His coaches, including Mardy Doco, often describe him as transforming the moment he enters the water-“para siyang nagta-transform sa tubig.” His eyes light up with excitement, and his energy becomes an advantage. His love for swimming pours out in every movement, showing that children with autism can excel beautifully when their passions are nurtured and embraced.

In the end, Kristian’s performance was more than just completing a single lap — it was a celebration of perseverance, joy, and personal victory. Even with moments of play and distraction, he stayed determined and finished the race, supported by coaches and guardians who believed in him. His story reminds us that sports isn’t only about winning; it’s about heart, growth, and the courage to keep going. For Kristian, every swim is not just a race—it’s a triumph of spirit.

10/12/2025

𝗦𝘁𝗮. 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗮, 𝗻𝗮𝗽𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗼 𝗸𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹
Via Mark Escalante, Khean Bagares

Ibabandera sa Noche Buena ang korona.

Hinagkan ng Sta. Elena High School (SEHS) ang trono nang mabantayan nito ang titulo laban sa Marikina High School (MHS) sa kampeonato ng Sepak Takraw Division Palaro 2025 na ginanap nitong tanghali sa Malanday Elementary School.

Muling naka-engkuwentro ng SEHS ang kanilang mortal na kalaban matapos magwagi sa semi-finals ang MHS, subalit pinawalang-bisa rin ito sa bendisyong 15-12, 15-12; 15-3, 17-15.

Pagsapit ng unang tapatan, nangsibasib agad si Rhaven Magloyuan ng kuda serves upang umukit ng pitong magkakasunod na alas, 7-0, ngunit agad ding nakasabay sa ritmo ng SEHS ang MHS nang bawian sila ng tambalang Jhayiung Buenviaje at Michael Corpuz sa pagsumite ng matatalim na atake.

Nakalulula naman ang mga tadyak ni Steve Isidro (SEHS) nang baluktutin niya ang talaan sa ilang sunback spikes, dahilan para masibak sa unang matchup ang tropa ng Marikina High, 15-12.

Pagsimula ng ikalawang pagtutuos, lumipad rin sa ere si Prince Doños (SEHS) para sa kaniyang entrada nang butatain niya ang takraw sa pulaw sa baraha at naparalisa ang mga ito sa nakalalatang 15-3.

Matapos umalagwa ang trinidad ng Sta. Elena, nakahulagpos ang Marikina High sa masaklap na talaan nang depensahan nila ang mga tirada ng kabilang kampo gamit ang bawat sulok ng katawan.

Hindi na hinayaang dumausdos pa ng bughaw na koponan ang laro kaya’t nagsanib-puwersa na ulit ang mga binti nila upang hindi na magmintis pa, kung saan tuluyang sinelyuhan ang torneo.

“Kahit na nagkaroon kami ng ganitong tagumpay, patuloy pa rin po ang aming pagsasanay upang mas lalo naming maipursigi at maipanalo ang pangalan ng school po namin at ng Marikina sa Region Palaro,” saad ni Magloyuan matapos hagkan ng kanilang koponan ang kampeonato ng Sepak sa Dibisyon.

Muli namang haharap ang koponan sa hamon ng Palarong Panrehiyon matapos ang kanilang magkakasunod na tagumpay sa Palarong Pangdibisyon, mga panalong pinagtibay ng disiplina at hindi magibang pagkakaisa, na lalong nagpatibay sa kanila bilang hinirang na kampeon ng lungsod sa larang ng Sepak Takraw.

10/12/2025

𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗨𝗣𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗢𝗔𝗟𝗦
𝗦𝗘𝗛𝗦 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘆 𝗘𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵
Via Sky Aquino

Scoring a landslide 8-0 win, the Sta. Elena High School (SEHS) Strong Takongs celebrate as they clinch a 4-peat championship win against the Nangka High School (NHS) Shoe Barons during the secondary women’s futsal finals match held in Marikina Elementary School (MES) today, December 9.

Hailed as one of the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) of the game, Mercy Escalante gained a total of 4 goals throughout the match.

According to Escalante, their sisterhood and teamwork was one of their main advantages as to why they won the match.

“Nabuo na rin po talaga ang sisterhood and teamwork namin at nakakapag-usap po kami nang maayos, nae-encourage po namin ang isa’t isa.”

Additionally, the finals MVP mentioned that they still have to improve on their emotions, especially as a teammate received a yellow card warning while the match was ongoing.

“Minsan po kasi pag nagagalit na ‘yong kabilang team tapos natutulak po, nagagalit na rin po sila,” said Escalante.

During the first few minutes of the game, both teams were having difficulties in scoring a goal, however it was Escalante who gave SEHS their first point after finding an open space in the goalpost.

Amidst the defense of NHS, they were no match for the opposing team as SEHS went for the gaps in the NHS defense, taking the chances to score a goal and ultimately claiming victory, securing their spot for the NCR Palaro.

Meanwhile, NHS won silver during the awarding, while Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina claimed bronze after their loss against SEHS on an earlier match.

Photo by: Valerie Clemente

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