1st Higalaay Pickleball Tournament

26/08/2026

The 1st Mayor Rolando “Klarex” Uy Higalaay Pickleball Tournament was INTENSE!

What a weekend of incredible rallies, fierce competition, sportsmanship, and unforgettable pickleball action!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported, participated, and helped make this tournament a success. To all the players, organizers, umpires, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters, this one wouldn’t have been possible without you!

And of course, CONGRATULATIONS to all our winners and podium finishers!

Beginner Men
CHAMPION : Vinton Villo/Mike Earl Paz
1ST Runner Up : Yves Piagola/Christian Salabao
2nd Runner Up : Aaron Guco/Justine Sajulga
3rd Runner Up : Juvel Romero/Genard Obuta

Beginner Women
CHAMPION : Jules Bodiongan/Charity Rockwell
1ST Runner Up : Nesyl Teves/Junna Artiaga
2nd Runner Up : Althea Caguindangan/Nona Del Castillo
3rd Runner Up : Dioen Santos/Chloe Uy

Beginner Mixed
CHAMPION : Caryl Paculang/Jeroen Pioquinto
1ST Runner Up : Ina Maligaya/Kevin Regner
2nd Runner Up : Dinty Jacinto/Jomar Decorion
3rd Runner Up : Maria Dingson/Philip Dingson

Novice Men
CHAMPION : Neil Pulta/Richard Illescas
1ST Runner Up : Fayed Disomangcop/Al-Rashid Macapodi
2nd Runner Up : Dean Serrano/Kyle Lamputi
3rd Runner Up : Rom Alaba/Edchel Nini

Novice Women
CHAMPION : Kathleen Co/Kylie Cabasan
1ST Runner Up : Mikee Villarosa/Erika Sajulga
2nd Runner Up : Catherine Añasco/Joy Nini
3rd Runner Up : Maria Tumampos/Milady Dagsaan

Novice Mixed
CHAMPION : Marie Isabel Garcia/Reden Garcia
1ST Runner Up : Jedamae Cantilang/Xy Jan Ramos
2nd Runner Up : Mariel Escano/Kim Saladaga
3rd Runner Up : Abegail Ondillo/Niño Gepitulan

Low Intermediate All Gender
CHAMPION : Giorgio Reyes/Imar Oracion
1ST Runner Up : Richard Bualat/Lawrence Goking
2nd Runner Up : Ernesto Romero Jr/Miguel Inigo Seno
3rd Runner Up : Michael Fernandez/Kirby Dona

35 and Up
CHAMPION : Roy Denopol/Alexander Diego
1ST Runner Up : Arnold Chiong/Julieto Canillas
2nd Runner Up : Marvin Serito /Tonix Olavides
3rd Runner Up : Ricardo Solon Jr./Joey Salvo

50 and Up
CHAMPION : Aaron Agbulos/Richard Tia
1ST Runner Up : Elmer Talan/Dominic Morilla
2nd Runner Up : Arnold Chiong/Anthony Saluta
3rd Runner Up : Roy Zarsosa/Greg Mosqueda

High Intermediate Men
CHAMPION : Jucky Quabo/Laurence Obdina
1ST Runner Up : Mark Alforque/Nathan Garing
2nd Runner Up : Royd Dela Cruz/Aljon Apa-ap
3rd Runner Up : Tonix Olavides/Spencer Sagrado

Intermediate Women
CHAMPION : Lyrashane Batao/Kressell Cate Pon
1ST Runner Up : Andrea Chaves/Ivy Joy Poliquit
2nd Runner Up : Catherine Galvez/Rhezell Talaid
3rd Runner Up : Myla Villanueva/Annamae Mendoza

Intermediate Mixed
CHAMPION : Myla Villanueva/LJ Obdina
1ST Runner Up : Andrea Chaves/Royd De la Cruz
2nd Runner Up : Catherine Galvez/Ralph Ligas
3rd Runner Up : Annamae Mendoza/Sean Esick

Open Men
CHAMPION : Juan Paulo Fermin/Sam Bernales
1ST Runner Up : Allen Manlangit/Nik Isagan
2nd Runner Up : Patrick Paumar/Adjuthor Moralde
3rd Runner Up : John Renest Sonsona/Nico Lanzado

Open Women
CHAMPION : Danica Bautista/Dianne Bautista
1ST Runner Up : Honey Mae Gilles/Gellian Rivera
2nd Runner Up : Gizza Mae Antalan /Ivy Joy Poliquit
3rd Runner Up : Lyrashane Batao/Kresell Cate Pon

Open Mixed
CHAMPION : Fatima Amerol/Nik Isagan
1ST Runner Up : Gellian Rivera/Allen Manlangit
2nd Runner Up : Honey Mae Gilles/Juan Paulo Fermin
3rd Runner Up : Engita Barias/John Patrick Paumar

23/08/2026

22/08/2026

ORDER OF PLAY — DAY 3
35 and Up
50 and Up
Open Women
Open Mixed
Open
Fight for 3rd
Finals

Check your schedules and be guided accordingly.
We strongly encourage all players to arrive at least one (1) hour before their scheduled game, as matches may be called earlier than the posted schedule.
IMPORTANT: After the last call, players will be given only five (5) minutes to report to their assigned court. Failure to appear within the allotted time will result in a DEFAULT.
Please be on time, stay ready, and help us keep the games moving smoothly.
Good luck, everyone! See less

21/08/2026

ORDER OF PLAY — DAY 2
Beginner Mixed
Low Intermediate All Gender
High Intermediate Men
Intermediate Women
Intermediate Mixed

Check your schedules and be guided accordingly.

We strongly encourage all players to arrive at least one (1) hour before their scheduled game, as matches may be called earlier than the posted schedule.

IMPORTANT: After the last call, players will be given only five (5) minutes to report to their assigned court. Failure to appear within the allotted time will result in a DEFAULT.

Please be on time, stay ready, and help us keep the games moving smoothly.

Good luck, everyone! See less

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

GAME MECHANICS ARE HERE!

Know the rules. Know the format. Know what it takes to advance.

From the Elimination Round to the Finals, every point matters and every game counts!

READ THE GAME MECHANICS CAREFULLY
Make sure you understand the scoring, tie-breakers, advancement, and other important tournament rules before stepping on court.

No excuses. No surprises.
PLAY HARD. PLAY SMART. PLAY TO WIN.

20/08/2026

ORDER OF PLAY — DAY 1
Beginner Men
Beginner Women
Novice Men
Novice Women
Novice Mixed

Please check your schedules and be guided accordingly.

We strongly encourage all players to arrive at least one (1) hour before their scheduled game, as matches may be called earlier than the posted schedule.

IMPORTANT: After the last call, players will be given only five (5) minutes to report to their assigned court. Failure to appear within the allotted time will result in a DEFAULT.

Please be on time, stay ready, and help us keep the games moving smoothly.

Good luck, everyone!

20/08/2026

BEGINNER and NOVICE Categories Brackets are UP! 🔥🏓

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

There will be STRICTLY NO REPLACEMENTS for the Beginner and Novice Categories from this moment onward. We no longer have enough time to assess the eligibility of replacement players.

We also DO NOT ALLOW CROSS-ENTRY between the Beginner and Novice Categories. We have reviewed the entries to ensure compliance with this rule. However, if you notice any entry that may violate this requirement, please give us a heads-up immediately.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Check out your opponents, study the matchups, and prepare for battle!

It’s time to bring your A-game to the court!

Good luck, players!

19/08/2026

Brackets Are Up!

The brackets are officially UP for the following categories:

35 & Up
50 & Up
High Intermediate Men
Intermediate Women
Intermediate Mixed
Open Men
Open Women
Open Mixed

Cross-Over for the Next Round

Categories with 8 Brackets (Round of 16)
The Top 1 and Top 2 teams from each bracket will cross over as follows:
Top 1 Bracket A vs. Top 2 Bracket H
Top 2 Bracket A vs. Top 1 Bracket H
Top 1 Bracket B vs. Top 2 Bracket G
Top 2 Bracket B vs. Top 1 Bracket G
Top 1 Bracket C vs. Top 2 Bracket F
Top 2 Bracket C vs. Top 1 Bracket F
Top 1 Bracket D vs. Top 2 Bracket E
Top 2 Bracket D vs. Top 1 Bracket E

Categories with 4 Brackets (Quarterfinals)
The cross-over will be:
Top 1 Bracket A vs. Top 2 Bracket D
Top 2 Bracket A vs. Top 1 Bracket D
Top 1 Bracket B vs. Top 2 Bracket C
Top 2 Bracket B vs. Top 1 Bracket C

Good luck to all players! Play hard, stay focused, and let the games begin!