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BJMP Greyhounds Dragon Boat Rowing Team, Manila City, Manila (2026)

24/08/2026

🎉🐉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JCINSP ARJAY M. CUASAY! 🐉🎉

The BJMP METAL DRAGONS proudly extend our warmest birthday greetings to our Team Captain, JCINSP ARJAY M CUASAY!

May this special day bring you greater strength, success, and countless blessings. May you continue to lead with courage, inspire with passion, and soar to greater heights both on and off the water. 🐉🏆

Happy Birthday, Sir!
Keep paddling, keep leading, and keep making waves! 🌊🔥

From your BJMP METAL DRAGONS Family 🐉💙

22/08/2026

PADDLER OF THE WEEK | JO1 ROWEL B. TORRES 🏆🐉

Meet JO1 ROWEL B. TORRES, a dedicated member of the BJMP Metal Dragons who has been serving the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology since 2022 and took on the challenge of dragon boat paddling in February 2026.

With determination both on and off the water, JO1 Torres has proven that discipline, strength, and perseverance extend far beyond the racecourse. As a member of the Metal Dragons, he was part of the team that secured 1st Runner-Up during the 1st Leg of the Philippine Dragon Boat Regatta 2026, showcasing endurance, teamwork, and unwavering commitment in every stroke. 🚣‍♂️🐉

His competitive spirit is further highlighted by an impressive record in martial arts, particularly Grappling and Jiu Jitsu. Among his notable achievements are:

🏅 2 Gold Medals – JAGER JIU JITSU Gi or NoGi Asian Open Championships 2025
🏅 1 Gold Medal – Philippines Novice Gi and No-Gi Championship 2025
🏅 1 Gold Medal – Philippines Novice Gi and No-Gi Championship 2024
🥉 Bronze Medalist – Southeast Asian Friendship Game 2024
🥈 1st Runner-Up – 1st Leg Philippine Dragon Boat Regatta 2026

A Registered Criminologist and a 2020 graduate of Our Lady of Fatima University, JO1 Torres brings not only athletic excellence but also professional knowledge and discipline to his service in the Bureau.

From the mats to the water, JO1 Torres embodies the true spirit of a Metal Dragon—resilient in competition, disciplined in service, and relentless in the pursuit of excellence. 💪🐉🚣‍♂️

Congratulations, JO1 ROWEL B. TORRES — our Paddler of the Week! 🏆

One Team. One Stroke. One Goal.

UNITAS FORTIS!
Brazo Grande! 🐉

19/08/2026

🏆 A WELL-DESERVED RECOGNITION! 🏆

Warmest congratulations to SJO1 LORADEL N. HANOPOL for being named the BJMP-NCR Best Female Jail Non-Officer Rank of the Year! 🎉👏

This remarkable achievement reflects your dedication, excellence, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to the Jail Bureau and the people you serve. Your outstanding performance is an inspiration to your fellow personnel and a true testament to the spirit of excellence in the BJMP.

The BJMP-METAL DRAGONS proudly celebrates this well-deserved achievement with you! 🐉🏆 May you continue to soar higher, inspire others, and exemplify excellence both in service and in life.

Congratulations, SJO1 Hanopol!
Greetings and best wishes from your BJMP-METAL DRAGONS family! 🐉🫡

15/08/2026

🥁 𝗗𝗜𝗗 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪? 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁! 🐉

Think again! 👀 Behind every powerful stroke is a steady beat and that beat comes from the Drummer! 🥁

For this week’s special feature, meet JO2 Joan O Campos, one of the dedicated members of the BJMP Metal Dragons who keeps the team’s rhythm, timing, and energy alive on the boat. She joined the BJMP on July 16, 2018 and has been serving as a drummer since April 1, 2025. A Criminologist, JO2 Campos graduated from the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina (PLMar), Batch 2016.

🎨 BEYOND THE BOAT

A creative at heart, JO2 Campos has a passion for drawing and is now pursuing her growing interest in videography, particularly in creating cinematic videos. 🎥 Beyond these, she also enjoys joining fun runs, playing the guitar, and hiking, showing her love for creativity, music, fitness, and the outdoors. 🏃‍♀️🎸🥾

From keeping the beat on the boat to capturing moments through a lens, strumming a guitar, hitting the trails, and taking on the challenge of a fun run, she proves that the Dragon Boat family is made up of individuals with diverse talents, roles, and passions.

Because in Dragon Boat, every stroke matters and every beat keeps the team moving as one. 🥁🐉

Stay tuned as we continue to feature the people behind the BJMP Metal Dragons!

15/08/2026

BJMP-NCR Recognizes Metal Dragons Athletes on 35th Anniversary

Representatives of the BJMP METAL DRAGONS who proudly competed in the Changwon International Dragon Boat Competition in South Korea, as well as a member of the Elite Women’s Team who represented the team in the international competition in Macau, were recognized and awarded by the BJMP–National Capital Region (BJMP-NCR) for their outstanding achievements and contribution to the Bureau. Their participation in international dragon boat competitions showcased not only their athletic excellence but also the discipline, teamwork, and dedication of BJMP personnel on the global stage.

The recognition formed part of the celebration of the 35th Anniversary of the BJMP-NCR, honoring personnel who brought pride and distinction to the organization through their remarkable accomplishments. The awarding ceremony was graced by the Chief of the BJMP, JDIR EFREN A NEMEÑO and Regional Director of the Jail Bureau, JCSUPT BABY NOEL P MONTALVO, TLPE, who led in recognizing the athletes for their dedication and service. The achievement of the BJMP METAL DRAGONS serves as an inspiration to fellow personnel, demonstrating that beyond the walls of the jail, BJMP personnel continue to embody excellence, camaraderie, and the spirit of service through sports.

📸BJMP National Capital Region

08/08/2026

PADDLER OF THE WEEK | JO1 John Vincent Sajor🏆🐉

Meet JO1 John Vincent Sajor, a dedicated member of the BJMP Metal Dragons who has been serving the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology since 2019 and took on the challenge of dragon boat paddling in February 2026.

With determination both on and off the water, JO1 Sajor made his mark as a Stroke Side member and He was also part of the team that secured 1st Runner-Up during the 2nd Leg Regatta, demonstrating discipline, endurance, teamwork, and commitment in every stroke.

Beyond the boat, he brings valuable professional skills to the Bureau, particularly in comprehensive nursing care, HIV counseling, and tuberculosis case management. He is also a PNLE passer and a graduate of Metropolitan Medical Center–College of Arts, Sciences and Technology, Class of 2015.

From serving with compassion to paddling with purpose, JO1 Sajor embodies the spirit of a true Metal Dragon—strong in service, disciplined in action, and committed to excellence. 🐉💪🚣‍♂️

Congratulations! JO1 John Vincent Sajor. Our Paddler of the Week.

One Team. One Stroke. One Goal.

UNITAS FORTIS!
Brazo Grande

04/08/2026

Coach Carl Mendoza, an international Dragon Boat coach and instructor and one of the coaches of the BJMP METAL DRAGONS Dragon Boat Team, together with JSUPT LINO M SORIANO, Team Founder, and JCINSP ARJAY M CUASAY, Team Captain, paid a courtesy call on the City Jail Warden of the Mandaluyong City Jail Male Dormitory, JCINSP DAVID M JAMBALOS. The visit served as an opportunity to strengthen the partnership between the BJMP METAL DRAGONS and the facility's leadership while highlighting the team's commitment to excellence, discipline, and sportsmanship.

During the meeting, the delegation discussed the team's ongoing programs, future competitions, and initiatives aimed at promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and camaraderie among BJMP personnel. The courtesy call also underscored the unwavering support of the Mandaluyong City Jail Male Dormitory in advancing the BJMP METAL DRAGONS' mission of bringing pride and honor to the Bureau through outstanding performances in local and international dragon boat competitions.

31/07/2026

𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗟𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 | JO1 Shiela Mhay B. Lastimoso

Meet JO1 Shiela Mhay B. Lastimoso, a dedicated member of the **BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team** whose determination, discipline, and passion continue to inspire her fellow paddlers. She joined the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) in 2024 and became part of the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team in March 2026, embracing the values of teamwork, perseverance, and excellence both in public service and in the sport of dragon boating.

A 2016 college graduate, JO1 Lastimoso successfully passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), demonstrating her commitment to professional growth and excellence. Her teaching skills and computer literacy further reflect her versatility, dedication, and willingness to serve—qualities that continue to strengthen the team on and off the water.

As one of the team's committed paddlers, JO1 Lastimoso embodies the resilience, unity, and fighting spirit that define the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team. We proudly recognize her dedication and commend her for continuously living out the spirit of UNITAS FORTIS.

Congratulations, JO1 Shiela Mhay B. Lastimoso, our Paddler of the Week! 🐉🚣‍♀️💚🖤

One Team. One Stroke. One Goal.
UNITAS FORTIS!

24/07/2026

𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗟𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 | JO1 Alhusain Husin Haron

Meet JO1 Alhusain Husin Haron, one of the pioneer paddlers of the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team whose dedication, discipline, and passion continue to inspire the team. He joined the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology in 2021 and has remained committed to both public service and the sport of dragon boating. As a pioneer member of the team since 2024, he continues to exemplify perseverance, teamwork, and excellence.

A graduate of Western Mindanao State University in 2014, JO1 Haron is a licensed Nurse. Beyond his profession, he is highly skilled in Pencak Silat, reflecting his discipline, strength, and determination—qualities that have greatly contributed to the team’s success both on and off the water.

His unwavering commitment as a pioneer paddler embodies the resilience, unity, and fighting spirit that define the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team. We proudly recognize JO1 Alhusain Husin Haron for his valuable contributions and commend him for continuously living out the spirit of UNITAS FORTIS.

Congratulations, JO1 Haron, our Paddler of the Week! 🐉🚣‍♂️💚🖤

One Team. One Stroke. One Goal.
UNITAS FORTIS!

17/07/2026

𝗣𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗟𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 | JO1 Richard M Valleser

Meet JO1 Richard M Valleser, one of the pioneer paddlers of the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team whose dedication, discipline, and passion continue to inspire the team. He joined the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology on November 13, 2020 and has consistently exemplified commitment both in public service and in the sport of dragon boating.

A graduate of College of St. Catherine Quezon City in 2018, he holds both NAPOLCOM and Criminologist eligibilities. Beyond his profession, JO1 Valleser is a man of many talents, with skills in drawing, acting, and dancing, showcasing creativity, versatility, and teamwork on and off the water.

His unwavering commitment as a pioneer paddler reflects the strength, resilience, and unity that define the BJMP Metal Dragon Boat Team. We proudly recognize JO1 Richard M Valleser for his valuable contributions and commend him for continuing to embody the spirit of UNITAS FORTIS.

Congratulations, JO1 Valleser, our Paddler of the Week! 🐉🚣‍♂️💚🖤

One Team. One Stroke. One Goal.
UNITAS FORTIS!

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