02/11/2025
π Batang Pinoy 2025: From Antique to General Santos - A Journey of Champions! π₯
What an epic 10-day adventure to the Batang Pinoy 2025 National Championships! Our journey started on October 22nd at 1:00 AM, traveling from Antique to Gen San via sedan and minivan, crossing seas and traversing from Bacolod, Dumaguete, and Dapitan before finally arriving at General Santos City National High School for billeting. Whew! What a ride! πΊοΈ
Despite the long travel, our athletes were immediately ready for action. We trained, explored the Batang Pinoy Night Market, and visited our venues: Ramon Magsaysay Memorial College for Muaythai and Robinson's Place Gen San for Kickboxing.
Our warriors fought with unmatched heart and spirit! While our kickboxers faced tough competition, the Muaythai team brought home the hardware! Huge congratulations to our medalists from Antique National School:
π₯ Silver Medalist: W***y L. Fillone Jr. in the 12-13 y.o. Male under 32KG Combat Category!
π₯ Bronze Medalist: Angela Paola M. Valenzuela in the 12-13 y.o. Female under 36KG Combat Category!
We fought hard, we learned much, and we made memories that will last a lifetime. π
π Celebration and Safe Return
We started our return trip on October 31st, stopping for a well-deserved celebration and relaxation at Campuestohan Highland Resort in Negros before finally arriving safe in our beloved Antique today, November 2, 2025!
π A Heartfelt Thank You!
This journey wouldn't have been possible without your support:
πΉTo Gov. Paolo Javier: Thank you for your unwavering support for sports and for empowering the dreams of our young athletes!
πΉTo the Parents: Your sacrifice, dedication, and trust are the foundation of this team's success. We share these medals with you.
πΉTo all Sponsors and Supporters: Thank you for believing in us and for helping us cross mountains and seas to compete on the national stage. You are all part of this victory!
Thank you, General Santos City, for the experience! The journey back to Antique is sweeter knowing we left our all in the ring. Proud to be from Antique! π
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