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CPU reaps Championship awards in the Iloilo PRISAA Meet

By Cyrus A. Natividad


CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, CPU Acting Sports Director and Iloilo PRISAA 2018 General Sports Manager, Mr. Edwin C. Laruan, and Iloilo PRISAA 2018 Chairperson, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico with the Plaque of Recognition.

The Iloilo Private Schools Athletic Association, Inc. presented a Plaque of Recognition to Central Philippine University for winning in several PRISAA events—making CPU the overall Champion in the recently concluded 53rd ILOPRISAA sports competition held at different venues in Iloilo City from November 15 to 18, 2018.  CPU was declared Champion in 32 events, First Runner Up in 18 events, and Second Runner Up in 9 events.

The award was given to Central Philippine University on the December 10, 2018 at the Educational Media Center Conference Room, CPU. The Plaque of Recognition was signed by Iloilo PRISAA 2018 General Sports Manager, Mr. Edwin C. Laruan, and Iloilo PRISAA 2018 Chairperson, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico.

CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, proudly received the plaque when it was presented to him by Mr. Laruan and Rev. Gico at the Administration Conference Hall on Tuesday, December 11, 2018. He acknowledged the efforts of the athletes and their coaches which resulted to their Championship and another great honor to Central Philippine University.

The University’s winning as Champion in the Iloilo PRISAA Sports Competition was largely due to the support of the entire CPU community, the CPU Board of Trustees and the University President. According to Mr. Laruan, who is also the CPU Sports Director, the Administration allowed the purchase of the needed new and additional athletic items, which boosted the athletes’ performance and morale.

Meanwhile, selected Centralian athletes will be participating next in the forthcoming Regional PRISAA in Bacolod.

CPU welcomes coaches and athletes to the 53rd Iloilo PRISAA

By Keziah G. Huelar


CPU Vice President for Student Affairs and Chairman, ILOPRISAA, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico highlights  the role of the athletics and cultural competitions in showcasing the best of Iloilo.

Central Philippine University welcomed hundreds of athletes together with their coaches from 51 schools all over Iloilo City as they flocked to the Rose Memorial Auditorium to witness the opening of the 53rd Iloilo Private Schools Athletics Association Sports and Cultural Meet on November 15, 2018.

The invocation was led by Rev. Samuel R. Escobin, Associate Pastor, University Church. It was then followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, led by Ms. Crista S. Huyong, Coordinator, CPU Cultural Affairs Office.

CPU Vice President for Student Affairs and Chairman, ILOPRISAA, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico, welcomed the athletes, coaches, and guests to the event. In his speech, Rev. Gico highlighted the role of Iloilo PRISAA in showcasing the sports prowess and competitiveness of the Ilonggo youth: “We are challenged to further develop the athletics skills and the level of performance of our athletes with the aim of training them to be at par to compete internationally… Indeed, this is a tall order but it is possible. This is because from the ranks of PRISAA we have produced athletes that can compete… globally.”


Centralian majorettes welcoming the athletes and coaches from the different schools and universities in Iloilo.

After which CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, in his welcome remarks, encouraged the athletes and coaches to exhibit sportsmanship and unity for the pride of the Province of Iloilo: “You are in the frontline in this competition. We are here because we want to experience sportsmanship, responsibility and interaction with each other because eventually we will be a team [representing the Province of Iloilo].”

It was then followed by the introduction of the inspirational speaker, Ms. Juliette C. Gayoso, by Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director, CPU Office of Communications, coach of the CPU Golden Lions table tennis team and the recipient of the 2014 Most Outstanding Coach Award.

Gayoso is an alumna of the CPU High School Batch 2009. In 2013, she bagged the National PRISAA Champion for Table Tennis Individual Girls and in 2014, she was recognized as the Most Outstanding Athlete. Gayoso graduated from the university in 2014 with the degree of Bachelor in Elementary Education. In March 2015, she ranked eighth in the Licensure Examination for Teachers.


Inspirational Speaker, Ms. Juliette C. Gayoso, encourages the athletes to be grateful for the skills bestowed to them by God.

In her message, Gayoso shared her experiences as a student-athlete. According to her, the sum of her journey could be expressed as SAD, an acronym that stands for sacrifice, attitude and discipline: “[For] me, I sacrificed my social life for the sake of my sport and I never regretted any of it.” She went on to share about the importance of recognizing the hard work and sacrifices of the all coaches in shaping the attitude and skills of the athletes: “Our coaches are there for a reason. Bear in mind, your coaches have families too, they have a job, and some of them are also teachers. The times they should be resting or spending time with their family, they are at the court, at the table, at the pool, at the mat—at your practice. They are our parents in sports. They are to be treated with respect, gratefulness, and appreciation.”

Ending her message, Gayoso highlighted the importance of discipline: “What we learn here in sports, we carry on in life. What becomes of us because of sports, we become in life. It is a constant battle. We carry on… the value of sacrifice, attitude, and discipline [and they] will [later serve as] skills [when you] face the daily tournament of living.”


Mr. Alfie Ahmed Diasnes lighting the urn during the opening ceremonies of ILOPRISAA 2018.

After her message, an intermission was given by the E-Crew. It was then followed by the raising of the ILOPRISAA Flag by the ILOPRISAA officers and the singing of the ILOPRISAA hymn “Alay sa PRISAA” by the Kundiman Chorale of the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University.

The lighting of the urn was led by Mr. Alfie Ahmed Diasnes, National PRISAA Champion, Taekwondo and Champion, 2018 Jeju World Taekwondo Hanmandang, Jeju Island, South Korea. The oath of sportsmanship was led by Ms. Glaudine C. Troncoso, National PRISAA Champion, Women’s Volleyball Team and MVP, National PRISAA 2018, Tagbilaran, Bohol.

Rev. Gico then declared the opening of the 2018 ILPRISAA Meet 2018.

In his closing remarks, Mr. Edwin C. Laru-an, General Sports Manager, encouraged all the players and coaches to be united in the goal of showcasing the best of Iloilo: “We are here for unity. We are here to choose the best athletes to represent the ILOPRISAA in the higher level. We may be [adversaries] in the game but let us be friends again after the match. We are here to gain more friends.”

Lamparero tops Black Arrow Express 5150 Triathlon Subic Bay, Female 15-19 Category

By Keziah G. Huelar


CPU “iron woman” Jacqui Rose Lamparero dedicates her victory for the glory of God and the pride of Central.

CPU “iron woman” Jacqui Rose Lamparero, a 1st year BS Psychology student bagged the top spot in the Black Arrow Express 5150 Triathlon Subic Bay, Female 15-19 Category held at Subic Bay on November 4, 2018.

Lamparero was able to finish the 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike and 10 km course in 2:36:16, bagging first place in the said category. She finished 62nd out of 594 contenders around the globe.

Previously, Lamparero ranked No. 1 in the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) Leg 4 Women Sprint Distance in Cagayan De Oro, besting 30 other contestants from all over the country. She also won first place in the Sprint Distance 16-19 Age Group Female Title in the recently concluded National Age Group Triathlon 2017 Subic Leg on January 29, 2017 at ACEA Subic Bay (formerly Sands of Triboa) with 1:19:45. The Sprint Distance includes a 750 m swim, 20 km bike and 5 km run.

She also joined the 2017 Triathlon Asian Championship held at Jakabaring Sport City, Palembang, North Sumatra, Indonesia. The race was organized by the Asian Triathlon Confederation. Lamparero was able to finish the 750 m swim, 20 km bike and 5 km course in 01:21:31 placing 22nd among international contestants in the Junior Elite Female category. The winner, a Japanese, finished the race in 01:05:43.

CPU Golden Lions teams clinch Championships in local games

By Keziah G. Huelar


The CPU Golden Lions Volleyball Team with coach Mr.  Giovanni Yu.

The Central Philippine University Golden Lions was hailed as Champions during the Wilson 3×3 Basketball Challenge and 2018 Hukbong Dagat Volleyball League held at PAREF-Westbridge School for Boys Gym and Iloilo Doctors’ College Gymnasium respectively.

On November 3, 2018, the CPU Golden Lions Basketball Team led by Victor Demadara, Christian Caturas, Elcyd Pascual, and Jose Glen Cudo bagged the Wilson 3×3 Basketball Challenge championship, 19 and Under Category.

They will represent Iloilo in the national level in May 2019.

CPU Golden Lions Volleyball Team Tertiary Men claimed the 2018 Hukbong Dagat Volleyball League championship on November 5, 2018.


The CPU Golden Lions Basketball Team receiving their certificates for being hailed as Champions in the Wilson 3×3 Basketball Challenge. Photo Credit: Tobbe Diaz De Leon-Abad

CPU was represented by head coach, Giovanni Yu and players Dan Miguel Yu, Harry Flores, John Reece Infante, John Paul Guzman, John Paul Guzman, Joven Malihan, John Peter Orbina, John Louie Sorgon, Deo Ampardo, Kian Royce Andrade, Gifred Caoyonan, Jason Lloyd Dadivas, Paolo Doronila, and Francis Michael Espinosa. They were led by team captain, Jason Gabo.

They defeated the Hukbong Dagat team, ending the game with 21-23, 21-15, 15-11.

Edwin C. Laruan: Devotion and expertise in Sports

By Cyrus A. Natividad


Mr. Edwin C. Laruan, current Sports Director together with former Sports Director, Atty. Alejandro S. Somo.

When then CPU TV Coordinator, Mr. Edwin C. Laruan, was appointed to a “higher calling,” to be the Director of the CPU Office of Sports and Athletics, the decision was not as difficult except that he had to leave behind such an “enjoyable, professional production crew… at the studio.” Laruan took over the position as director from Atty. Alejandro S. Somo, who retired from University employment earlier this June.

Speaking at CPU TV’s Looking Forward public affairs program on Friday, October 26, Laruan emphasized his devotion to and expertise in sports, particularly, football. He was born in Barotac Nuevo in Iloilo, and was raised in a family who had, and still have, a keen interest in sports. On a side note, Barotac Nuevo is well known as the football capital of the Iloilo province.

The scope of his responsibility, according to Laruan, includes the supervision of all CPU coaches and assessment of their performance. He is also tasked to plan and coordinate every time another batch of new students come to CPU to study through the athletic scholarship program. For events at all levels—local, national and international—he is involved in formulating the budget and developing strategies. Moreover, being the Sports Director carries the task of being the overall team leader of the CPU Golden Lions.

Training and support for the athletes, among others, require some expertise. Laruan’s experience in playing football and coaching has helped him focus on helping the student athletes not only develop their skills and abilities but to also observe discipline especially in maintaining their physical fitness. He also emphasized that students must understand that the University is firm when it comes to enforcing the qualifications for their scholarship.

Laruan is a graduate of Mass Communications from WVSU and had worked with several media outlets in Iloilo City before joining CPUTV Productions. Laruan is married to Anja Kaitlyn, and together, they have a son, Edwin, Jr., and daughter, Marie Claire.

Centralian bags 3rd spot in NAGT Subic 2019

By Keziah G. Huelar


CPU “Ironwoman” Jacqui Rosee Lamparero, bags 3rd in the Women’s Elite Standard Distance Category during the NAGT Subic Leg 2019.

Central Philippine University “Ironwoman” Jacqui Rosee Lamparero, a 1st year BS Psychology student, placed 3rd in the Women’s Elite Standard Distance Category during the National Age Group Triathlon Subic Leg 2019 held at San Bernardino inside Subic Bay Freeport on January 27, 2019.

Lamparero finished the 1.5 km swim, 40 km bike ride and 10 km run in 2 hours, 30 minutes, and 32 seconds. She is a member of the CPU Golden Lions Varsity Team in Athletics.

It can be recalled that Lamparero grabbed the top spot during the Sprint Distance 16-19 Age Group Female Title in the National Age Group Triathlon 2017 Subic Leg on January 29, 2017 at ACEA Subic Bay (formerly Sands of Triboa) with a time of 1 hour, 19 minutes, and 45 seconds. The Sprint Distance includes 750 m swim, 20 km bike and 5 km run.

In 2016, the 17 year old athlete topped the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) Leg 4 Women Sprint Distance in Cagayan De Oro besting 30 other contestants from all over the country. She also won first place in the Sprint Distance 16-19 Age Group Female Title in the National Age Group Triathlon 2017 Subic Leg at ACEA Subic Bay.

The National Age Group Triathlon-Subic Leg is organized by the Triathlon Association of the Philippines in cooperation with the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority supported by the Philippine Sports Commission, Philippine Olympic Committee, and Green Triathlon.

Golden Lions Bags awards in ILOPRISAA 2017


CPU bagged the top spots in Football Secondary Boys. Photo Credit – Chad Gerona Alba.

The CPU Golden Lions brought home various awards during the 52nd Iloilo Private Schools Athletics Association, Inc. (PRISAA) Meet held on November 15-25, 2017. The Western Institute of Technology (WIT) is this year’s Iloilo PRISAA host. The following are the results:

Champion:    

Athletics – Secondary, Boys

Basketball – Secondary, Girls

Beach Volleyball – Secondary, Boys

Beach Volleyball – Tertiary, Women

Chess – Elementary, Boys

Chess – Secondary, Boys

Chess – Secondary, Girls

Football – Tertiary, Men

Football – Secondary, Boys

Futsal – Secondary, Girls

Table Tennis – Elementary, Boys

Table Tennis – Secondary, Boys

Table Tennis – Secondary, Girls

Table Tennis – Tertiary, Women

Taekwondo – Secondary, Boys

Taekwondo – Secondary, Girls

Taekwondo – Tertiary, Women

Tennis – Elementary, Girls

Tennis – Secondary, Boys

Volleyball – Secondary, Boys

Volleyball – Secondary, Girls

Volleyball – Tertiary, Women

Dance Sports, Latin-America – Secondary Level

Dance Sports, Modern Standard – Secondary Level


The CPU Golden Lions Volleyball Secondary Girls garnered the top spot in PRISAA 2017.

1st Runner Up

Beach Volleyball – Secondary, Girls

Chess – Tertiary, Women

Football – Elementary, Boys

Table Tennis – Tertiary, Men

Taekwondo – Tertiary, Men

Tennis – Elementary, Boys

Tennis – Secondary, Boys

Tennis – Tertiary, Women

Volleyball – Elementary, Boys

Volleyball – Elementary, Girls

Volleyball – Tertiary, Men

2ND Runner Up

Badminton – Secondary Level

Badminton – Tertiary, Men

Basketball – Tertiary, Men

Basketball – Tertiary, Women

Chess – Tertiary, Men

Karatedo – Tertiary, Women

Swimming – Elementary Girls

Mutya ng PRISAA

GOLD

Binalaybay – Elementary Level

Current Events – Elementary Level

Philippine Folk Dance – Elementary Level

SILVER

Philippine Folk Dance – Secondary Level

BRONZE

 Filipino Oration – Tertiary Level

Atty. Alejandro S. Somo, CPU Director for Sports said that Softball, Volleyball and Tennis events in Iloilo School Sports Council (Integrated Meet) 2017 on December 5-9 will have its respective venues at Central Philippine University.

ISSA Meet Closing Ceremony held in CPU


Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director, CPU Office of Communications led the opening prayer.

Every beginning has an end and every end is a new beginning—Central Philippine University hosted the Iloilo School Sports Association Inc. (ISSA) Closing Ceremony at Alumni Promenade last November 29, 2017.

The program started with an opening prayer led by Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director, CPU Office of Communications, and then followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem.

The opening remarks was given by the Vice President for Students Affairs, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico. He welcomed everyone and extended his congratulations to the men and women behind the 2017 ISSA Meet for doing their job in running all the events. He quoted Denis Waitley, an American motivational speaker, writer and consultant, saying, “Losers live in the past. Winners learn from the past and enjoy working in the present towards the future. May this closing ceremony remind us to continue to give the best in what we do, so that by the end of the day, we will never regret that it is the end.” Moreover, Rev. Gico challenged the participants to set their goals high and never stop until they get there. Afterwhich, Centralian Rusieljs G. Lunasco rendered an intermission number.


Vice President for Student Affairs, Rev. Joniel Howard H. Gico congratulated the men and women behind the success of ISSA.

CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles highlighted the importance of sportsmanship in his inspirational message.

The ceremony was graced by the presence of CPU President, Dr. Teodoro C. Robles, who gave an inspirational message. President Robles extended his acknowledgement to Dr. Warren Uy, President of Hua Siong College of Iloilo, for his fellowship in ISSA 2017. He also thanked the Sports Directors of the different Schools for their cooperation and excellent job in making sure that we had a successful competition. Dr. Robles also emphasized the significance of ISSA Meet to the lives of the participants, “This kind of event is supposed to be for developing character, responsibility, right conduct, and sportsmanship for all those who are participating: our athletes, our coaches, our referees and, of course, those in the leadership position.” He further shared that the most important thing in a competition is not about winning or losing, but how one plays the game.


Rev. Francis Neil Jalando-on, Director, Office of Communications together with Golden Lions Sports Director, Atty. Alejandro Somo received the plaque of recognition from the ISSA.

CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles together with Rev. Francis Neil Jalando-on, Director, Office of Communications during the ISSA Closing Program.

All the participating schools of this year’s ISSA Meet were given a Plaque of Recognition. These included: CenterPhil Montessori, Iloilo Doctor’s College, Iloilo Scholastic Academy, Westbridge School, St. Robert’s International Academy, John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime Academy, Western Institute of Technology, St. Joseph School of Iloilo, Inc., Sun Yat Sen High School, Hua Siong College of Iloilo, Ateneo de Iloilo, and Central Philippine University. All the athletes who won in their respective sports events were also given medals and a Certificate of Appreciation.

A turning-over of hosting was done during the latter part of the ceremony. From Central Philippine University and Hua Siong College of Iloilo, it was handed down to Ateneo de Iloilo to host the Iloilo School Sports Association Inc. (ISSA) Meet 2018. Afterwards, Dr. Warren Uy declared ISSA Meet 2017 officially closed. The emcee, Pastor Arliss Cloma, ended the ceremony with a closing prayer.

CPU holds Athletes’ Dedication Service


The dedication service started with a praise and worship session.

For the pride of the university and for the glory of God—CPU held a dedication service at the Rose Memorial Auditorium on October 13, 2017 for the Centralian Golden Lions who will be representing the university in the Iloilo Schools Sports Association (ISAA) and Private Schools Athletic Association games (PRISAA).

In his message, Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, University Church Senior Pastor, encouraged the athletes to use their talents as a testimony to God’s goodness. He highlighted Hebrews 12:1-2: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”


Atty. Alejandro Somo, CPU Sports Coordinator encouraged CPU Golden Lions to offer their talents and skills to the Lord.

University Church Senior Pastor, Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian tells athletes to focus on Jesus.

Rev. Sian shared that athletes need discipline which means throwing off anything that hinders them. He also cited the importance of focus—focusing on the goal of winning and, more importantly, focusing on Jesus, “Fix your eyes on Jesus who is the author and finisher of your faith, who gave you talents and abilities to be an athlete. Obey your coach, ultimately obey God. To your cloud of witnesses, may your life as an athlete be a testimony of your faith.”

The dedication service was facilitated by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes led by Pastor Jec Dan S. Borlado.

CPU Golden Lions dominate ICDVL

by Atty. Alejandro S. Somo


The CPU Golden Lions College Women Volleyball Team together with their Coach, Anthony A. Arnilla, Asst. Coach John Kenneth A. Panes and CPU Sports Coordinator, Atty. Alejandro S. Somo.

Three CPU Golden Lions Volleyball Teams, namely High School Girls, College Men and College Women, emerged as Champions in the recently concluded Iloilo City Developmental Volleyball League (ICDVL) competition held at the Ateneo de Iloilo and Central Philippine University gyms. The championship games took place last September 16, 2017.


Beaming with pride, CPU Golden Lions continues to inspire Centralians with their discipline and perseverance.

The High School championship game was held between CPU and Dumangas National High School in the morning of September 16 at the Ateneo Gym. CPU won with a 3 sets to 0. The team was coached by Coach Jeffrey G. Alcarde and Asst. Coach Alain G. Tarrazona. The college games were held in the afternoon at the CPU Gym. The men’s game was between CPU and ISAT-U. CPU won 3 sets to 0. The team was coached by Coach John Kenneth A. Panes with Asst. Coach Gary H. Medalle. The women’s game between CPU and Superfly (a collection of Varsity Alumni from different Schools) followed. CPU won again with 3 sets to 0. The team was coached by Coach Anthony A. Arnilla with Asst. Coach John Kenneth A. Panes.


For the glory of God and CPU – CPU Golden Lions College Men Volleyball Team with their coach, John Kenneth A. Panes, Asst. Coach Gary H. Medalle and Atty. Alejandro S. Somo.

Thank you to all who supported and encouraged the teams. We could not have done it without you. To God be the Glory!