08/12/2024
๐๐๐ค๐ง๐ฉ ๐ค๐ ๐๐ค๐ก๐, ๐ฝ๐ช๐ฉ ๐ฃ๐ค๐ฉ ๐๐ก๐ค๐ง๐ฎ: ๐
๐๐ข๐๐ฃ๐๐ฏ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐พ๐๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ก๐ก๐ค'๐จ ๐๐๐ก๐ซ๐๐ง ๐๐ก๐๐๐ข; ๐๐๐ก๐ก๐๐๐๐จ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐๐๐ฏ' ๐ฝ๐ง๐ค๐ฃ๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐๐ข๐ข๐๐ง
The air crackled with anticipation, the roar of the crowd a palpable wave washing over the wrestling mats. Undeniably, it was a day of dominance, a day etched for medals for our exceptional athletes: Jayrid Jimenez, Michael Castillo, Reggie Villegas, and Jhon Fred Sanchez. Each, in their respective weight categories, battled fiercely, showcasing what true athletes can be.
This 2-day event, Wrestling Competition, from December 5-6, 2024, was held at Bantigue Gym, Bantigue, Ormoc City.
In the Junior (54 kg) category, 4 districts are showcasing determination to ace the title. However, Jayrid Jimenez, our very own athlete, made waves in the first fight as he, with ease, defeated the player from district 8, Dolores NHS, Steven Cabalejo. In the next round, with just a little gap of score, the representative of District 7, Khervin Catado, from Genaro NHS, clinched the golden medal besting Jimenez that made him receive the silver-worthy placement. The match was a whirlwind of takedowns, escapes, and reversals, a testament to the athleticism and tactical prowess of both wrestlers.
Michael Castillo, in Junior (62 kg) category, with 3 districts participating, start his step on the mat with a final, decisive move, securing his victory against district 7, Rax Albert German, from Genaro NHS that made the crowd erupting in a thunderous applause. The final match was no exception, a display of skill that left everyone breathless. A representative from district 8, Jason Logatiman, from Dolores NHS, emerged victorious against our player, Castillo, that made him receive the silver medal.
Furthermore, Reggie Villegas, our representative in the Junior (58 kg) category, without doubt, swept out Jhon Louie Rivera, representative of District 4 from ACLC, marking his dominance in the first game. He was then defeated by the representatives from districts 8, 6, and 7 in the following game, marking his placement as 2nd Broze medalist.
Also, in the Junior (66 kg) category, Jhon Fred Sanchez showcased his dedication to winning. His matches were a masterclass in precision and power, each move executed with flawless timing and control but unfortunately, luck is not for him as he was outbested by the representatives in district 8, Iverson Gonzales, from Dolores NHS, district 4, Jhon Anthony Ontolan, from ACLC, and Zijan Ramirez from Valencia NHS of district 6, leaving him win the sweat-worthy 1st Bronze placement.
It was indeed a fight worth fighting for! Kudos to their proud and dedicated coach, Mr. Ariel Angelio.
Thank you for kicking your way to excellence!
โ๏ธ : Vincent Tuyong | Veriente
๐ป : Shamhel Siay | Veriente
๐ท : Robertha Eidenburgh Santos | Veriente
