15/05/2024
As the coach of the MSIA Splash Squad, the swimming team representing the Marawi City Division in the Palarong BARMMAA Meet 2024 (held on May 13-14, 2024, at White Hut, Midsayap), I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. This milestone is not just a testament to our athletes' hard work and dedication but also to the unwavering support from our community and leaders.
First and foremost, I thank Allah (s.w.t) for keeping our athletes safe and healthy throughout the competition. His guidance and protection have been our cornerstone.
Our deepest appreciation goes to the Schools Division Superintendent of Marawi, Dr. Anna Zenaida A. Unte-Alonto, for her unwavering support from day one. Her commitment has been a pillar of strength for our team. She ensured we had the necessary accommodations, uniforms, food, and other essential supplies, making our journey smooth and our focus solely on performing our best.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our school president, Ama Abdul Motalib G. Conding, for his 100% support. His encouragement and belief in our team's potential have been instrumental in our journey. To our generous donors especially to HABENUR, Ma'am Princess Nurhasney P. Conding-Baraocor, your contributions have significantly eased our logistical burdens, allowing us to concentrate on the competition. Special thanks to Dir. James Illupa for providing the hygiene kits, ensuring our athletes' well-being was maintained throughout the event. and to my Assistant Coach, Sir Abdulhasien A. Amerol, thank you for staying and for keeping the safety of our swimmers.
To all the individuals who played a role in this historic moment the first swimming team to represent the Marawi City Division at the Palarong BARMMAA your contributions have not gone unnoticed. Your support, whether big or small, has made a substantial difference, and for that, we are eternally grateful.
To my swimmers, do not lose hope. Your effort and perseverance are commendable. You have given your 100% effort, and that in itself is a significant achievement. Let this experience be a lesson and a motivation for you to train even harder for the next Palarong BARMMAA/PAMBANSA. Remember, success is not final, failure is not fatal. it is the courage to continue that counts. The dedication and determination you have shown are the true marks of champions.
Although we didn't achieve the best of times (QTS), your participation and placements in the different swimming events have made us proud. Here are the results:
Swimming Secondary Boys Events Day 1 (4 Heats/6 Lanes):
50m Butterfly
Heat 1:
2nd - Mamenting/CSDM
4th - Salic/CSDM
100m Backstroke
Heat 3:
3rd - Saidar/CSDM
50m Breaststroke
Heat 3:
3rd - Samsoden/CSDM
4th - Saga/CSDM
4x50 Medley Relay
Heat 2:
2nd - Samsoden/Saipoden/Mamenting/Saga (CSDM)
200m Freestyle
Heat 2:
2nd - Samsoden/CSDM
Swimming Secondary Boys Events Day 2 (4 Heats/6 Lanes):
50m Backstroke
Heat 1:
4th - Mamenting/CSDM
50m Freestyle
Heat 2:
3rd - Mamenting/CSDM
4th - Saipoden/CSDM
To our dedicated swimmers, Your hard work and perseverance are an inspiration. It is not the medals or the positions that define you, but the spirit and dedication you have shown. This competition is a stepping stone, a learning experience that will shape your future endeavors. Keep pushing forward, keep striving for excellence, and never lose sight of your dreams.
“Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.” Let us continue to strive, train, and love the sport, and success will follow. With the collective support of our community and your unwavering commitment, I am confident that we will achieve even greater heights in the future.
Thank you once again to everyone involved. This achievement is a shared victory, a testament to our unity and resilience. Let us carry this spirit forward and continue to make Marawi City proud.
-Coach Hamdani Lacson "Sham" S. Sulog
