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by only 1point.It could hav gone other way.Congratulations to my teamates especially to John Aaron MVP Finals and Edwin Dipasupil

MVP Reg Season and to an all out Manager Loreto Opinga of Loralee.BACK TO BACK BABY!!

Celebrating the championship at home plate..

Loralee: Back-to-Back Softball Champions.

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inning our First ever FILIPINO SOFTBALL LEAGUE Championship last year 2016 was sweet, But it got even sweeter Winning it again this year 2017 for a BACK TO BACK

CHAMPIONSHIP. This years Championship was a lot tougher for us because a lot of teams are stacked. Lots of powerful young hitters and young legs to run.We have a couple of young guys and the rest was like veterans lol..I

Runner-Up: La Familia

had to use to ALL my players during the regular season. We finished 4th in the standing and was facing the #1rank SARTE for the Semi Final..We pulled the unbelievable upset and now must faced the young and talented team of La Familia.. The game was intensed and people wer betting left and right and we didnt care cuz i was the only know about the bets. The game went to a double overtime and We won it

MVP John Aaron.

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GOING GROWING From healthcare to highway repair, over 40,000 MGEU members across the province deliver the public services we count on every day.

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PEREZCOPE

by Perry Diaz PerryDiaz@gmail.com

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ith President Rodrigo Duterte’s appointment of four new Supreme Court justices, he has achieved in creating a bloc of magistrates in the High Court who are expected to support his agenda in a manner no other president before had enjoyed. And with the retirement of eight of the remaining 11 justices during his term, Duterte would stack up the bench with 12 justices of his own choice.

By the end of Duterte’s term on June 30, 2022, there will only be three justices left who weren’t appointed by Duterte and that is Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno and Associate Justices Marvic Leonen and Alfredo Benjamin Caguioa. With Sereno still at the helm of the Judiciary Branch, Duterte would be vulnerable to attempts to bring him to justice to settle a number of issues against him once he’s out of office. And considering Duterte’s

alleged complicity to the filing of impeachment against Sereno by lawyer Larry Gadon, it would be unlikely for Sereno to bat for Duterte.

Déjà vu The attempt to remove Sereno reminds me of the impeachment of former Chief Justice Renato Corona. Corona shielded then president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo who ducked several attempts to impeach her during her presidency. Corona, who is now deceased, owed his appointment to Arroyo whom he worked for as presidential legal secretary before his Supreme Court appointment.

But Corona earned the ire of then president Benigno Aquino III for blocking Aquino’s executive orders.

But when Corona successfully maneuvered to break up and distribute Hacienda Luisita – a huge plantation owned by the Cojuangcos, Aquino’s other side

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of his family – Aquino allegedly bribed congressmen and senators to impeach and remove Corona from the High Court.

To accomplish the alleged “bribery,” Aquino used the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), otherwise known as “pork barrel,” and also create another funding source called the Disbursement Acceleration Program (DAP), which was a "special" budget allocated to accelerate or hasten a government project without Congressional approval.

The Supreme Court ruled both programs as unconstitutional.

Impeachment complaint Recently, the impeachment complaint against Sereno moved another step when the House of Representatives justice committee ruled that the complaint is sufficient in form and substance.

Among the Supreme Court documents used were official lists of Sereno's travel expenses and appointment letters.

While there are several allegations of inappropriety, the discrepancies on Sereno’s statement of assets liabilities and net worth (SALN), arising from her attorney’s fees in the Piatco Case, are at the top of the list. But one can argue that she earned her attorney’s fees legally. Her only “sin” is that she did not report it on her SALN, which begs the question: How many government officials missed filling out their SALNs? Is it serious enough to warrant removal from office?

In the past, when there was a discrepancy in someone’s SALN, he or she was given the opportunity to correct and resubmit it. It would have been a different situation if Sereno couldn’t explain how she earned her attorney’s fees.

Another accusation leveled against Sereno was the purchase of a P5.1 million Land Cruiser 2017 model, which Gadon deems as “extravagant.” But what is

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“extravagant”? We are not talking about a Cadillac or Mercedes Benz here.

Ever since president Joseph “Erap” Estrada was ousted in the People Power revolution in 2001 -- oftentimes called EDSA Dos or EDSA 2 -- it had become a national pastime to jail or detain the president upon finishing his or her term. It was no surprise then when Aquino jailed Arroyo after she stepped down from office.

Now, Duterte wants Aquino jailed.

But Aquino has four Supreme Court appointees, which includes Sereno, who could give him a boost should Aquino be brought to justice and, if convicted, would have to reckon with a High Court that is slowly being packed with Duterte’s appointees. However, Chief Justice Sereno could exert influence on some of the justices whom she had developed good rapport and collegial relationship.

If Duterte succeeds in removing Sereno and appoints someone whom he knows would be loyal to him, it would create a 13-justice super bloc that could easily provide him with a minimum eight-vote majority, his last line of defense against any attempt to jail him for corruption or plunder.

Martial Law And if all else fails, then Duterte could declare martial law. Indeed, martial law is the ultimate method of asserting one’s predominance over the people.

But while it is effective for as long as you have the military behind you, abuses against the people are bound to happen, which would then result in the collapse of the power structure that you have put in place to control the people.

What you’d end up with is a corrupt government that would eventually be overthrown by the people, just like what happened to the Marcos dictatorship.

But declaring martial law wouldn’t be easy. Article VII

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Section 18 of the 1987 Constitution stipulates the following: 1) Within forty-eight hours from the proclamation of martial law or the suspension of the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus, the President shall submit a report in person or in writing to the Congress. The Congress, voting jointly, by a vote of at least a majority of all its Members in regular or special session, may revoke such proclamation or suspension, which revocation shall not be set aside by the President.

2) The Supreme Court may review, in an appropriate proceeding filed by any citizen, the sufficiency of the factual basis of the proclamation of martial law or the suspension of the privilege of the writ of Haber corpus or the extension thereof, and must promulgate its decision thereon within thirty days from its filing.

3) A state of martial law does not suspend the operation of the Constitution, nor supplant the functioning of the civil courts or legislative assemblies, nor authorize the conferment of jurisdiction on military courts and agencies over civilians where civil courts are able to function, nor automatically suspend the privilege of the writ of habeas corpus.

Of these three stipulations, Duterte shouldn’t have any problem in getting the support of Congress, which is packed with die-hard Duteristas. The problem would be in the Supreme Court where the justices led by CJ Sereno would balk at giving him absolute and unmitigated authority that would allow him to stop the operation of the civil government.

Removing Sereno would therefore result in a Dutertesized Supreme Court that swings like a pendulum whichever way the puppet master wants it to go.

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hanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends and reflect on the blessings of the last year. Many of us experience renewed hope and faith during the Thanksgiving holiday because we turn our eyes onto what is important. What if we spent time each day in giving thanks and prayer? How could God grow out faith and trust if we lived a life of thanks through all seasons and not just Thanksgiving time? When your heart is filled with gratitude, there is little room to worry and complain.

THANKSGIVING PRAYER THROUGHOUT THE YEAR 1. A DAILY THANKSGIVING PRAYER: Dear God, Thank you for your amazing power and work in our lives, thank you for your goodness and for your blessings over us. Thank you for your great love and care. Thank you for your sacrifice so that we might have freedom and life. Forgive us for when we don’t thank you enough, for Who You are, for all that You do, for all that You’ve given. Help us to set our eyes and our hearts on you afresh. Renew our spirit, fill us with Your peace and joy. We love You and we need You, this day and every day. We give You praise and thanks, for You alone are worthy!

In Jesus Name, Amen.

2. A PRAYER FOR A THANKFUL HEART: Lord, teach me to offer you a heart of thanksgiving and praise in all my Daily experiences of life. Teach me to be joyful always, to pray continually and to give thanks in all my circumstances.

I accept them as Your will for my life. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). I long to bring pleasure to Your

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GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD; HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. (PSALM 107:1) heart daily. Break the power of the enemy in my life. Defeat him through my sacrifice of praise.

Change my outlook and attitude into one of joyful contentment with my present circumstances. I thank You for . . . [Name a difficult circumstance in your life presently, and thank God for it.]

3. A SHORT PRAYER OF THANKS: God, sometimes life gets me down and I find it hard to see things to be thankful for. Open my eyes to see the gifts you’ve given me in my life. I’m going to start by thanking you for loving me enough to come to earth and die so we can live together forever.

Amen.

4. A PRAYER TO TEACH KIDS THANKFULNESS: Lord, I pray that the message of Christ and His sacrifice is the root of gratitude in my heart. That His gracious gift leads me to thankful living, setting an example for my children.

That they will have their own relationship with Jesus one day, and that You would grow gratitude in their hearts out of acceptance of Jesus as their Savior. Lead us to do everything in the Name of Jesus and give thanks to You through Him. 5. A THANKSGIVING PRAYER: o Heavenly Father: We thank Thee for the food and remember the hungry. We thank Thee for health and remember the sick; We thank Thee for friends and remember the friendless; We thank Thee for freedom and remember the enslaved; May these remembrances stir us to service.

That Thy gifts to us may be used for others. Amen.

6. THANKSGIVING SONG

(MAKES A WONDERFUL PRAYER!): Grateful for each hand we hold, gathered round this table.

From far and near we travel home, Blessed are we able. Grateful for this sheltered place, with light in every window, saying welcome, welcome, share this feast, Come in, away of sorrow. Father, mother, daughter, son, Neighbor, friend and friendless; All together everyone in the gift of loving-kindness.

Grateful for what’s understood, And all that is forgiven; We try so hard to be good, To lead a life worth living.

Father, mother, daughter, son, Neighbor, friend and friendless; All together everyone, let grateful days be endless.

Grateful for each hand we hold, Gathered round this table.

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STATEMENTS OF GRATITUDE: Thank You, God, for the times You have said “no”.

They have helped me depend on You so much more. Thank You, God, for unanswered prayer. It reminds me that You know what’s best for me, even when my opinions differ from Yours. Thank You, Lord’ for the things You withheld from me. You have protected me from what I may never realize.

Thank You, Lord, for the doors You have closed. They have prevented me from going where You would rather not have me go. Thank You, Lord, for the physical pain You’ve allowed in my life. It helped me more closely relate to Your sufferings on my behalf. Thank You, Lord, for the alone times in my life. Those times forced me to lean closer to You. Thank, You God ,for the uncertainties I’ve experienced.

They deepened my trust in You. Thank You, Lord, for the times You

came through for me when I didn’t even know I needed a rescue.

Thank You, Lord, for the losses I have experienced. They have been a reminder that You are my greatest gain. Thank You, God, for the tears I have shed. They kept my heart soft and mold-able. Thank You, God, for the times I haven’t been able to control my circumstances.

They have reminded me that You are Sovereign and on the throne.

Thank You, God, for those people in my life whom You have called to be with You. Their absence from this earth keeps my heart longing for heaven. Thank You, God, that I have an inheritance in the heavenly places … something that this world can never steal from me and I could never selfishly squander. Thank

State U’s help create enterprises in Calabarzon

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ssistance from state universities in Calabarzon successfully created enterprises in the communities, according to a study presented in a recent international conference.

The country’s state universities are potential contributors to economic development.

They are the ones who link government programs in agriculture, technology transfer and trade to the communities in the countryside.

In a study on How can state universities develop an enterprise? Reforms to building viable livelihoods among poor communities, by Rowena DT. Baconguis of the University of the Philippine Los Baños, Laguna, it was found that.

Aside from providing education to improve people’s lives, state universities are also required to engage in extension intervention activities that enable them to help community members become more efficient in their livelihood activities.

The research investigated the extension activities of 5 state universities and 21 enterprises

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in Calabarzon. The innovations undertaken or promoted by the 21 enterprises were examined and among them 16 enterprises were created as a result of Universities’ assistance, while 4 existing businesses were able to improved, and 1 enterprise was revived.

It is interesting to note that while most enterprises that were created are in the food industry, such as processed food, condiments, cooked food, processed milk products, food supplement, and processed fruit drink (juice and wine), the existing businesses that were improved are mostly farmbased.

However, although majority (19 out of 21) of the enterprises cited an increase in income attributed universities’ support, only 8 of the 19 were able to market their products, recoup its capital and earn continuously even without the universities’ marketing and technical assistance. The rest struggles to keep afloat by deriving modest profits.

Enterprises which earned are those which are operated by those

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with business backgrounds or have talent and passion towards their products.

The communities are taught basic skills on processing, packaging, how to connect with the right contact persons and where to get supply materials.

Other trainings were on production technique and integrated farming.

There being a dearth in studies related to the Philippines universities’ contribution to enterprise development, this research was intended to fill said gap by documenting the experiences of the universities in Calabarzon.

The research was presented in the last 17th Conference of the Science Council of Asia, jointly organized by the Science Council of Asia and National Research Council of the Philippines, Department of Science and Technology (DOST-NRCP), an agency which promotes and supports basic and problem-oriented researches key to providing solutions to national issues and problems.

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You, God for the greatest gift You could ever give me; forgiveness through Your perfect Son’s death on the cross on my behalf. Thank You, God, for the righteousness You credited toward me, through the death and resurrection of Jesus.

It’s a righteousness I could never earn or attain on my own, Thank You, Father, that You know me, You hear me, You see my tears.

Remind me through difficult times that You are God, You are on the throne, and You are eternally good.

And thank You, Lord, not only for my eternal salvation, but for the salvation You afford every day of my life as You save me from myself, my foolishness, my own limited insights, and my frailties in light of You power and strength.

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he Philippine Basketball Association of Winnipeg represented another big delegation of athletes to the Annual Labor Day Inter City bazketball tournament for Filipino Basketball Association of North America hosted by Detroit. We brought all 12 Teams from Mosquitoes to the Masters Division.We started the weekend by Winning The Miss FBA NA of 2017.Patricia Mae Ocampo also won the Miss PBA 2017 during our opening ceremonies.It is the second year that we won the award so its a back to back.

Majority of our teams were 2 -0 after the first day. Mosquito Divison Coach by Mike Ragasa and John Medina went to the Finals.its also a back to back Finals for them losing to a much bigger team from DURHAM...TYKES Div under Coach Arsenio dela Cruz and Coach Jomar Guaring was also a dominant team.They were beating teams over 30pts and went to beat a tougher team

in Chicago for Winnipeg 1st of 2 championships.Congratulations to John Mallari winning MVP Award....The Peewee Div under Coach Jomar Guaring and Coach Randy Caparas was also a very strong team. I stayed and watched most of their games and everyone in the crowd was amazed how this kids play.We lost to a much bigger Bolingbrook team in the finals. Bantam Boys unddr Coach Eldrin Gelli and Coach Jason Masangkay did really well also with 2-2 record losing to Chicago in the semi finals...The Bantam Girls by Coach Ron Balingit was also in the Finals but could'nt pass a very strong Missassauga Team They promised to be back stronger next year.

Junior Boys Team with Caoch Ruel Maranan,Coach Romel Dimaunahan and Coach Ric Guerra was also in the Finals.

Shawn Maranan cramping early in the second half and could not recover..The rest of the boys stepped up but came up short.

Juvenile Boys under Coach Iggy

Junior Boys Team Finalist. continuation on page 13

2017 FBA-NA Winnipeg Mosquito Division Finalists. From left to right: Coach Michael Ragasa, Gabriella Castres, Zion Unarse, Jacob Medina, Kobe Alejo, Micah Ragasa, Joaquin Ong, Daynel Dizon, Christian Cabrera, Rylan Peape, Isaiah Walker, Kingston Paredes, Assistant Coach John Medina. (Missing: Aiden Panganiban).

2017 FBA-NA Winnipeg Bantam Girls 2nd Place: Sitting down (left to right): Annika Zamora, Gracie Batongbakal, Charissa Balingit, Roshan Cirio, Delaney Galera, Aliyah Gabuna. Standing (left to right): Callie Villanueva, Kirsten Pascual, Catherine Marquez, Mia Banmann, Marianne Nitro, Aira Abello, Cairah Vargas, Coach Ron Balingit.

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Grenivsky did well also.Without any superstar they battled only to lose in the semifinal against Austin San Antonio Team.Our Ladies Open with Coach Arsenio after starting out with 3-0 record, they lose to Missassauga in the Semi final also.But the girls played really well this year.Seniors Team under Coach Alvin Mansilungan also had a good start.3-0 but they came up short against Austin San Antonio Team in the semifinal..

Our Masters Div struggled in the first game and lost to Detroit by over 10pts and became the Champions of the tournament.

Our Mens Open with Coach Rob Adelantar went 4-1 losing to Toronto by 2 points on a buzzer beater capturing the Championship. Our 6ft Under Divisions with Coach Leo Sadiua was The dominant team.They went undefeated and Won their first ever Championship.Congrats to Chris Demeulon Bartolay winning the MVP...I wanna personally Thank All the working Volunteer Coaches of Team Winnipeg.Our friends that supported us all the way...mr.Jun Urbano, Mr. And Mrs Gil and Alice Salunga of Maples Insurance, Mr Rhomy Munoz of Munoz Silk Screen Printing, Mr. Randy Viray of Randy Viray Financial Services, and to Mr.Loreto Opinga of Loralee Apparel and Most especially to my Amazing PBA Cpmmitees Thank You all very much.

Men’s Open Division.

6ft Under (Open div) - Gold.

FBA Bantam division 3rd place Top row : Head Coach Eldrin Geli, Angelo, Gabe, Jherome, Steven, Christian, Asst Coach Jason Masangkay. Bottom row : Theo, Kyle, Colin, Alex, Rj, Jerico.

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Jr Boys (2000/01) - Silver.

Tykes (2006/07) - Gold, MVP- John Mallari

PeeWee (2004/05) - Silver.

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The upcoming comedy film is produced by Viva Films and Blank Pages Productions under the direction of veteran comedian Dennis Padilla A release date has been set on October 4. .The movie follows Empoy’s box office hit “Kita Kita” opposite Alessandra de Rossi, which is now regarded as the highest-grossing Filipino indie film of all time.

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elebrity couple Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati announced on September 18 that there will be a new addition to their family.

Sarah shared on her social media pages that their eldest kid Zion is about to be a ‘kuya’ (elder brother). The message was accompanied by a family picture with Richard holding an ultrasound photo. Sarah also added that she is now experiencing back pains, breakouts, cramps, mood swings, and craving for Hakaw Dim Sum. The couple thanked God for giving them another blessing through her pregnancy.

Last July, they announced their engagement in their Instagram accounts. The wedding date is yet to be announced.

Wedding bells for Ai-ai delas Alas, Gerald Sibayan Ai-ai delas Alas and her non-showbiz fiancé Gerald Sibayan is s expected to tie the knot before the year ends.

The couple who have been dating since 2014, got engaged in April this year. In a teaser post, they shared their prenuptial shoot done in Cebu with Ai-ai wearing an off-shoulder red lace gown and sporting her engagement ring. The comedienne also showed a short clip from their prenup video while strolling hand in hand with Celine Dion’s “Because You Loved Me” in the background. The 52-yearold actress has a 29-year age gap with her boyfriend. She has been married twice before, and has three children.

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ctress-model Isabelle Daza and her husband, French businessman Adrien Sembla will be Mom and Dad soon.

The news comes as a big surprise to the couple who just recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary.

Isabelle admitted being excited but scared at the same time of her new role as a mother. Now that she is pregnant, she shared that feeling nausea at times while being unable to control what her body is craving for are particularly challenging for her.

Isabelle is the daughter of Miss Universe 1969 titleholder Gloria Diaz and former Makati councilor and restaurateur Gabriel "Bong" Daza III. Adrien is the country manager for Adidas Philippines.

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Filipino filmmakers show their craft in international forum anew as seven Filipino movies are in the lineup of the 22nd Busan International Film Festival to be held in South Korea from Oct. 12 to 21.

In the exhibition section called “A Window on Asian Cinema,” are Raya Martin’s “Smaller and Smaller Circles,” Gerardo Calagui’s “Mga Gabing Kasinghaba ng Hair Ko,” Sonny Calvento’s “Nabubulok” and Joseph Israel Laban’s “Baconaua.” Also in competition is Carlo Fajarda’s short film “Suerte,” Jewel Maranan’s “In the Claws of a Century Wanting,” and Carlo Francisco Manatad’s “Jodilerks dela Cruz, Employee of

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A total of 298 films from 75 countries will be shown in Busan this year.

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The company, which operates 175 stores including 27 overseas, said Wednesday it had partnered with Alibin Group Inc., to bring Max’s Restaurant to

Winnipeg by 2018. MGI president and chief executive officer Robert Trota said the company welcomes the opportunity to once again serve distinct flavors of home to Filipinos based in Canada. Alibin Group managing director and chief executive officer Hipolito Alibin Jr. for his part said their extensive research showed that

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Halina’t Dumalo, Kasama ang Lahat sa Tropa The Gift September 24, 2017 2–6 p.m.

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The musical collective Tropa is led by former haLf man haLf eLf members Michael Mostajo (percussion; also moonlighting as a DJ), Gail Ignacio (drummer; formerly of the Philippine band Alamid), and yours truly plus a collective of fellow musicians whom include Pio “Slas” (electric guitar), John Samia (acoustic guitar), Vener Valencia (bass), Jay Cajilig Saladaga (percussion), Braeden Stawychny (second guitar), and Micah Banaag Parayaoan (female vocals).

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he regional wage board on Thursday approved an additional P21 a day for minimum wage earners in Metro Manila.

The wage hike takes effect starting the end of September and brings the minimum wage from P491 to P512 for nonagriculture workers. Workers in the agriculture sector, small retail, service and manufacturing establishments will get P475 from the previous P454.

The 21-peso wage hike is still below the petitioned increase by big labor groups.

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Labor Unions - Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (ALU-TUCP) which asked for a P184 increase said the additional P21 is inadequate to meet the needs of minimum wage workers. The group will request President Rodrigo Duterte to provide a P500 monthly cash subsidy to cover the purchase of rice, groceries, and medicines.

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Horoscope This could be a serious plan that you’ll want to explore with someone else. You’ll be eager to explore the potential in an idea that could see you traversing new territory. However, don’t dive into the details just yet, because that could slow down the process. Focus on the bigger picture and you’ll be able to refine your plans later. You have wonderful opportunity for a social event that could be truly enjoyable, whether it’s a date or other fun occasion.

A get-together could be a very special occasion if you’re holding it at your place. Funds may be available to help you get started on a domestic project, and this could bring you a lot of satisfaction. It may not be anything major, but it’s well worth it if it will add extra shimmer to your home. Whether it’s a school reunion, gathering of work colleagues, or coffee with workout buddies, it could lead to new friendships and social opportunities.

A focused blend of energies could see your participate with someone on a plan that needs two pairs of hands rather than one. An undertaking could have a serious note, but it can be a fun occasion as well. Someone may offer to help out of the blue, and this input could also add a dash of creative inspiration and extra sparkle. Finally, try to avoid getting upset regarding a family issue.

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Investing in a class could be one of your wiser purchases, as it could give you the ability to apply for jobs that pay more.

If you have money to spend, you might be eager to invest it in something that gives you an advantage at work. Aside from this, you might want to celebrate on items that add extra cheer to your home. If you’re entertaining guests, you might want to treat them to something special.

You might need someone’s help with a business project or idea that you can’t manage on your own. Positive blend of energies involving harmonious could see you making great strides with this person’s aid. However, try to avoid a tendency to overthink this matter. Rather than make progress, you could go around in circles. Just doing it could make all the difference. An invitation could lead to a very special and enjoyable evening.

The desire to travel could prove very attracting, especially if you’re invited to join someone on a short break or vacation.

It could also be a good opportunity to enjoy some peace and quiet and reflect on matters that need careful thought. At the same time, a business deal looks very promising. A meeting with someone could turn out well for you both, and it could be the first of many. It’s also possible that a small profit could come your way.

Connecting with friends who share your passion could make this a delightful. There is such a thing as serious fun, and it could appear as an invitation to join activities that involve certain skills and knowledge. Even so, you might want to look at the cost before you celebrate on leisure outings, as one option may prove far more expensive than another. A cozy evening for two could enable you to explore the potential in your relationship.

There’s plenty of action in your social zone, but with lively moving to catch up and connect with touchy, you won’t be backward in sharing your opinions. Moreover, doing so could cause others to feel irritated and perhaps answer back. If you want to keep the peace, it would help to be sensitive in how you bring up and discuss certain topics. On another note, keep your eyes open for an opportunity to showcase a key skill.

Connecting with others on a team effort could be very rewarding. They’ll likely comply if you can convince them why this is important with you. It might be hard work, but it could also be worth it. On another note, you may feel a need to change but find certain friends are resisting your efforts.

There’s a lot of fun to be had and new experiences to enjoy.

An encounter could lead to an enjoyable new experience.

If you want other people to team up with you or support you, it might be easier to get things up and running yourself and lead by example. You may be very captivated of one idea that seems to have special resonance for you, but you could have difficulty convince to do others how good it really is. They could see you adopting a spiritual approach to the deeper issues in life, and this could lead to a change in a key relationship.

Consideration to a serious idea, as it could work in your favor.

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Go easy when discussing sensitive matters as such discussions could put you and another advantage. In fact, it might be better to avoid rocking the boat, especially if you want to spend a relaxing time together. Consider introduce the subject, when both of you feel a lot more relaxed about it. On another note, you may easily impress someone in authority by using your charm and natural abilities. Use the connection to your advantage.

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What makes a political system weak?

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n a way, if there will be a shift to Federalism ,some amendments are most welcome. Like for example, a longer term for local officialsfrom three years to five years with one re-reelection. And last week, this particular idea was suggested

by President Duterte’s own party members.

It is really imperative to change our political structure and other issues should also be tackled like getting back to the old two party system and consider scratching the party list system.

There was a time in the political history of our country where elections were held every four years on the month of November.

A president was elected for a four year term and eligible with one reelection, and that’s it. For other officials, there was no term limit. Senators, congressmen, governors, mayors and down the

line, can run for reelection. One can hold office as long as you win the elections. And because of the term limit, ruling politicians field their family members, despite their lack of interest and qualifications.

Why in heaven’s name the election month was moved from November to May? Whoever proposed this and whoever agreed to it were not using their ‘coconut’ .The shifting of month unleveled the playing field for candidates.

In the month of May there are the fiestas. The preceding months of May are the occasions for young people to hold basketball tournaments, dance balls and the ‘pabasa’ in almost every sitios during celebration of Holy Week.

Solicitation letters are flying thick in the air during the holding of those events. The common targets are those running for public office.

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It is a double edge sword that weakens a political system.

To get the votes, a candidate has the tendency to overspend, and become a thief to recover the expenditures, and save more for the next elections. Voters are in a way selling their votes for their reason in electing people are those who can donate more on their causes. Never mind qualification and moral background of the candidates.

It was the imposition of term limit that spawned the political dynasties. The elected official now who stuffed his pocket and increased the digits in his many bank accounts through his corruption will field the wife or the son or the daughter after finishing his third and final term, and only to trade place in the next elections.

It became a cat and mouse game.

To stress my point. In the early years, people who entered poltics were decent, educated and their wealth was from their sweat.

Those who didn’t have money but were qualified were voted into office because vote buying was not a practice. Many of these wealthy people became poor after they made their political exits.

Not today! Many politicians who were paupers before, but with stroke of luck won political offices are now wealthy beyond their dreams, and are still counting. And

hopefully the new constitution if ever, we will have a new one that can correct all which are suppose to be corrected.

TWEETS: +P90 Billion revenues lost to Road Board graft- News item.

With that kind of money we can even pave our roads with gold.

Now look the conditions of our roads, pockmarked and most of the time traffic lights are not working. +So Faeldon and former soldiers he brought with him at Bureau of Customs are out.

Another former soldier coming in with his own team. Let’s see what happens after one

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25 year. For sure there will be new multimillionaires. + Those fabulous villas inside Clark built for visiting heads of states will be used by defense ministers instead. And after which, they will be leased to executives, according to BCDA President Vince Dizon.

Editor's Note: Formerly newspaperman of Daily Inquirer and other major dailies; former TV and radio Broadcaster. Former Director of various corporations like Clark Development Co.; and a former City of Angeles Councillor.

Now a regular columnist of Sun Star Pampanga.

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A Look Within : The Filipino Immigrant Attitude

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oughly a month ago, a 204FM member took to social media about a situation she witnessed while waiting for her appointment at a clinic. She described the very rude manner of a Filipino staff towards

a trainee. The poster said that she brought this up to serve as a reminder to fellow kababayans to be mindful of the feelings of other people. The post became trending for a week resulting in a long thread of comments citing similar stories. Many mentioned about Filipino immigrants becoming arrogant and having the tendency to be rude and to belittle newer immigrants.

Have many Filipino immigrants become arrogant; or are the newcomers who have not yet fully adapted to the

Canadian culture and environment just sensitive? I reached out to Dr. Porfiria Pedrina to get her view about the observed attitude of Filipino immigrants. Dr. Porfiria Pedrina obtained her degrees in Bachelor of Arts and Secondary Education- major in English, Master of Arts -major in Educational Management, and Doctor of Education- major in Administration and Supervision, from highly accredited institutions from the Philippines. Moreover, she obtained Sociology as her minor teachable area under the Post

Baccalaureate Degree Program of the Faculty of Education at University of Manitoba.

Dr. Pedrina has completed a number of academic research projects not only in the Philippines but also in Canada. She has had twelve years of teaching and administrative experience at Saint Michael’s College of Laguna, Philippines. She and her family moved to Canada in May of 2006 and became Canadian citizens in 2010.

Upon arrival in Winnipeg, Dr. Pedrina worked as research-

assistant at University of Manitoba for two years and became a substitute teacher for Winnipeg School Division 1 and Seven Oaks School Division from 2008-2011. She is now blessed with a full-time permanent teaching job at Maples Collegiate of Seven Oaks School Division and is currently the president of Seven Oaks Filipino Employees Association (SOFEA).

We did not have the time to do a face to face interview, Dr. Pedrina instead wrote this enlightening article.

Filipinos’ Presumed Changing Cultural Values in Canadian Workplaces Written by Dr. Porfiria Pedrina

There are always two sides of the coin that one should be able to see in order to create a sound judgment regarding the appropriateness of the action of the individual towards coworkers and subordinates. Some may deem it as acceptable while others might argue that the action is not acceptable. This all depends on the personal and cultural background of the person and the knowledge and awareness of the situation. Different personalities, perspectives, educational backgrounds and even cultural values come into play when analyzing the human behaviours and dynamics in work places.

While it may be presumed by many that Filipinos who have moved and settled here in Canada successfully also know and understand better how to navigate the corporate culture, some may think that the said statement is flawed and inaccurate.

In any situation, there are two sides of the story that we should analyze; two different worldviews to consider. Let us analyze the situation by taking the perspective of the subordinate and the perspective of the supervisor. Assuming that the scenario is in the workplace where the subordinate is a Filipino newcomer who is being trained by a Filipino supervisor who has been here in Canada much longer than others.

In order to take the perspective of the subordinate, there is a need to understand what Filipino newcomers have to undergo in navigating the Canadian work system. In one of the academic articles I previously wrote for my work place, titled, “Never Again an Outsider,” there were three major challenges identified that new immigrants experience such as; identity crisis, mirage and disintegration. In

mentioning briefly, when people experience identity crisis, the people, education, experience and/or things that newcomers may hold dearly from their home country may somehow slowly and painfully drift away for just a matter of days or weeks upon arrival to a new country. It is a great challenge when they do not know and understand or are confused as who do they really are and what they can offer to their new environment.

Another challenge that newcomers may experience is the fear that their hopes and dreams can no longer be achieved due to their present situation. Absolutely, it has a negative emotional effect when one only sees a mirage and not a clear vision that can be attained later. It is difficult for new immigrants to not have a clear picture of where they are heading. A lack of sense of purpose why they have to keep or change their job or training might result in an increased anxiety level.

As well, newcomers may experience disintegration to their own world, the people around them and even in their workplace. For many newcomers, it may take several years to get acclimatized to a new environment or maybe not at all. Beginning a new life with their family, in a new setting, can be an arduous and long journey to take. In terms of career, the realization of not being able to resume one’s education and/ or career right from where one left off can be a tormenting experience to newcomers.

In summary, the importance of the successful integration of newcomers cannot be underestimated. Newcomers may never feel like outsiders again and may easily adjust to their new work environment when people around them assist in creating a warm and

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welcoming environment while people who have established providing appropriate, honest careers here may need to and necessary mentorship. This develop more patience and is where expectations play a role understanding towards their and personal and cultural values new co-workers who are come into place. adjusting to a new and diverse On the other hand, when we work environment. There is no take the perspective of the trainer/ room for arrogance but plenty mentor, as Filipinos, we have high of room for humility and expectations and regards to others empathy for others; knowing who have come before us. But that once, they also struggled as some are forgetting that we need newcomers. The newcomers to be flexible; we need to adjust to also have adjustments to make.

Canadian work system and adjust To be successful, they need to to diverse human dynamics in our develop more of a repertoire workplaces. Dr. Lionel Laroche, of technical (intellectual/ author of over 100 publications manual work) and soft skills and well-known keynote speaker (intrapersonal/management) in the academic and corporate that Canadian employers are world on issues pertaining cultural looking for in their employees, diversity in the workplaces, especially if they are new in argued on one of his talks at the position or wanting to get TESL- Toronto that, “What can a position in any work places. be misunderstood as personality issues are often culturally-based differences in attitudes toward management, teamwork, decisionmaking, feedback, humour and a host of other human interactions.

Disappointment, confusion, and even rancour can occur when people with different expectations around the importance of hierarchy, individualism, and risk tolerance attempt to work together to achieve the same goals.”

On a personal note, I still feel that we are all held accountable in our words and actions. Establishing effective communication with others as we work collaboratively and collegially will result to a more productive and fruitful day. At the same time, we should the article, the author Dr. Porfiria Pedrina be mindful and sensitive In tells Filipino immigrants that there is no room with those who are just for arrogance but plenty of room for humility and beginning to learn the empathy for others; knowing that once, they also struggled as newcomers work system here. Some

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204 Neigbourhood Watch Update : Patrolling Maples, Assisting Wildfires Evacuees, Community Safety Forum, and Partnering with Alzeimer’s Society of Manitoba

by Leila Castro | Leilacastro.ca@gmail.com

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he past two weeks was a very busy time for 204 Neighbourhood Watch.

Responding to a phone call from James Favel of Bear Clan, on September 2, 3 and 4, we volunteered at Leila Soccer Complex that housed the First Nation community evacuees affected by the Northern Manitoba wildfires.

Volunteers Maj Gonsalves, Arlene Dayanghirang, Jackee Castro, Kathy Chionglo and Elmer Aquino came to help.

We were assigned various tasks, among which were assisting arriving evacuees in getting their supplies and assigned beds, sanitizing toys, and looking after the kids at the play area.

On September 8, James Favel and myself, were the guest speakers at the Community Safety Forum that was held at the Norwest on Alexander community centre.

It was a panel discussion and open forum attended by the Alexander Brooklands residents, and aimed at promoting safety awareness.

I was joined by volunteers Maj Gonsalves, Kathy Chionglo and Ponz Mapuyan. Also present was councillor Scott Gillingham.

The Alzeimer’s Society of Manitoba joined the 204 Neighbourhood Watch meeting on September 15. Jennifer Licardo, its Education Manager, gave a very informative presentation.

She discussed ways of knowing if a person has alzeimer, and on what to do in case in our patrolling, we encounter an unaccompanied person showing symptoms of the disease.

On September 6 and 13, we went back to Maples for two rounds of patrolling. We again walked the streets Adsum, Jefferson and Mandalay. The

temperature is starting to drop but it is not stopping us from patrolling for a safer neighbourhood.

Our heartfelt thanks to those who continue to support us, with Bakerite (located at 1030 Keewatin) and Filipino Journal on top of the list. 204 Neighbourhood Watch patrols every Wednesday and we need more volunteers.

Join 204 Neighbourhood Watch fb group to see our announcements and updates, or email me at Leilacastro.ca@gmail.com.

204 Neighbourhood Watch volunteered at the shelter for evacuees affected by Northern Manitoba wildfires. From left Arlene Dayanghirang, Maj Gonsalves, Leila Castro and Jackee Castro.

On September 15, 204 Neighbourhood Watch had meeting and info session with Alzeimer’s Society of Manitoba Education Manager Jennifer Licardo.

With Ponz Mapuyan, Maj Gonsalves and Councillor Scott Gillingham at the Norwest on Alexander Community Safety Forum.

Volunteers Kathy Chionglo, Leila Castro and Jackee Castro at the shelter for evacuees affected by Northern Manitoba wildfires.

Leila Castro was a guest speaker at the Norwest on Alexander Community Safety Forum.

Sep 13 patrolling at Maples. From left – Ponz, David, Liz, Kathy, Raffy, Tek, Maj, Arlene and Leila.

James Favel of Bear Clan was a guest speaker at the Norwest on Alexander Community Safety Forum.

September 6 patrolling at Maples. From left – Elmer, Maj, Precy, Leila, Joe, Maggie, Tek, Raffy and Ponz.

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Heber Bartolome Rocks Winnipeg!

by Levy Abad

(This column is reserved for the readers of Filipino Journal who have something to say about particular issues concerning, but not limited to, the Filipino culture especially politics and current events. So, if you have something to say, write it down and then submit it to elfideas102@yahoo.com. If we find your article befitting our standards, we will publish it here.—Ed.) For this issue, our readers’ column features one of our occasional contributors—the local musician and cultural activist Levy Abad, reviewing the recent Winnipeg concert of the Philippines-based Filipino cultural activist / singer-songwriter Heber Bartolome, held at Canton Food Gallery, on September 10.

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hat Sunday night proved to be a great evening at Canton Food Gallery, where the legendary Filipino troubadour/ singer-songwriter, painter, and professor of Filipino Literature at De La Salle University Heber Bartolome performed his socially relevant songs to an attentive crowd of more or less three hundred. It was indeed a smooth and profound presentation of social issues through songs. There were also a lot of folks who gave generous tips for Heber to sing his hit songs. Heber performed with his son Kris Bartolome, who was a former highschool-arts teacher at Polytechnic University of the Philippines.

As early as the late ’60s until now, Heber Bartolome, as a folksinger, consistently sings socially critical songs that ordinary folks and conscious listeners can connect. His songs like “Tayo’y mga Pinoy” [‘We Are Filipinos’] remains relevant, as it calls for independence from empire.

Another song, “Nena,” reflects on the impact of impoverishment and how it compels people to embrace miserable choices such as prostitution among other things.

Other songs like “Karaniwang Tao” [‘Ordinary Man’] depicts the struggles of the ordinary working man against a rotten and moribund system; “Lerry” tells about the radical options that people embrace in times of oppression and the persecution that comes with it; and “Tagulaylay” [‘Lamentation’] centers on the poor peasant’s lament about the yoke of feudalism. These, including the song “Almusal” [‘Breakfast’], are songs that people both in the homeland and in the diaspora can relate to. Heber’s songs transcend time as it never focuses on personality cult but on real or concrete issues of the day as well as on progressive ideology.

During the dark days of the dictatorship in the ’70s, Heber Bartolome and Banyuhay articulated songs about the people's experiences, while some other artists served as purveyors of foreign decadent culture. Heber, for his part, raised questions that subverted people’s consciousness.

The album Kalamansi sa Sugat [‘Lime on a Wound’] contains radical pieces that roused and moved people to yearn and march for freedom leading to the fall of

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the Marcos dictatorship in the 1986 people's uprising.

This is why FAJ Productions’ invitation to Heber to perform in Winnipeg was of great significance.

Heber’s songs are like seeds of compassion and a call to people not to forget the motherland. In the midst of the experience of affluence in the North and also the blinding effect of the neon lights that can make one abandon the suffering of our people, Heber’s songs conscientize and call for a radical critique and transformation.

Acknowledgment Thanks to Jhayzon Parades, Mar Mance, Zaldy Ordonez of C&K Music for initiating this great event that gave tribute to the lives of martyrs for social change in the motherland. They keep the beacon light of struggle in the field of culture ever burning when only embers of patriotism is left due to bourgeoisification in the firstworld diaspora.

Aside from yours truly, Humus Band also opened for the event. Several artists sessioned for Heber: Mar Mance (backup vocals), Jhayzon Paredes (bass), Kris Bartolome (lead guitar), Zaldy Ordoñez (lead guitar), Andy Atanacio (drums), and Rod Dizon (drums/cajon). Some members of the 204Live Music jammed also with Heber; among whom included Paul Menor (guitar), Alex Canlapan, Henry Balanial, and Trixer Bautista.

The event was also an opportunity for some activist friends to come together: Susan Rodriguez of Migrante-Manitoba, Johsa Manzanilla of Aksyon ng Ating Kabataan (Anak), Robin Allan Banaag (songwriter), Daniel Tabooy and Juliet Flores, the chairperson of Association of Cordillerans of Manitoba (ACM), Arnold Tongol (SMD of WFGWinnipeg), Adelle Lumanta, Kuya

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Felino de Jesus of the Knights of Rizal, Ernesto Ofiaza of MAFTI, and Ingemar Moncada. Also worthy to mention is the fraternity of Heber, The “Kapatirang Plebeians” of the University of the Philippines, as represented by Zaldy Laririt, Antonio and Fleda Blanco, Demy Santos, and Doy Valenciano.

The event would have not been possible without the support of the following sponsors: JJ Cabinet, C&K Music, Canton Food Gallery, Mance Financial Services, Vangie's Hair Effects, HB Digiphoto, Funshots Winnipeg, Ardie Gervacio, Frank Rano, and many more.

I am proud to say that I have performed with Banyuhay ni Heber Bartolome and brothers Jes and Levi Bartolome as a front act in one of his concerts in Mississauga and Scarborough, in Ontario, back in 2010. It was a full venue, and folks really loved listening to original and socially reflective music, with lines like "Gising ka man, kung 'di ka kikilos, parang patay ka rin" [‘Even when you are awake, if you will not join the struggle for change, then you are as good as dead’] from the song "Inutil na Gising" [‘Awaken Inutile’]. Heber Bartolome’s songs are products of his experience of poverty. His compassion for the oppressed continues to challenge our consciousness. As revolutionary songwriters, we write songs that give hope to others; but in times of our weakness, these same songs come back to haunt us to never give up serving the people in whatever field we are in. Thanks a lot, Kuya Heber, for your contribution to our motherland's culture. May the God of Peace and Change bless you in your journey while spreading the message of compassion and solidarity. (Pictures by Henry Balanial of HB Digiphoto)

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DOST bats for hydroponics technology Dr. Chito F. Sace (foreground) of the Hydroponics and Aquaponics Technology of the Central Luzon State University (CLSU) in Muñoz, Nueva Ecija shows officials of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) led by Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña (3rd from left) soilless vegetable farming using hydroponics technology.

The project of Dr. Sace is being funded by the DOST-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources and Development (PCAARRD) to address new and sustainable technologies to help ensure food security in the country. Dr. Sace recently gave a comprehensive lecture on hydroponics as a smart agriculture technology during the celebration of the recently concluded Regional Science and Technology Week of DOST Region III held at the CLSU campus. (Photo by CLSU Hydroponics Aquaponics FB account/Text

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he House committee on justice, chaired by Rep. Reynaldo Umali (2nd District, Oriental Mindoro), began deliberations on House Bill No. 6204 or the proposed Philippine Code of Crimes authored by Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, Majority Leader Rodolfo Farinas, Umali and Reps. Marlyn Pimicias-Agabas and Ramon Rocamora. The bill seeks to revise the country’s 85-year old penal laws to make them responsive to the current situation and incorporate all criminal laws into a single code. The committee also discussed House Bill No. 3407, or the proposed "Revised Anti-Hazing Act" introduced by Rep. Bernadette HerrreraDy and a priority legislation of the 17th Congress. Photo shows Umali, Herrera-Dy, Reps. Vicente Veloso, Strike Revilla, Harry Roque, Alfredo Grabin Jr. and Doy Leachon exchanging views with criminal law experts and members of the judiciary. ABR/GE/RL

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Team Winnipeg capture NABA Juvenile Championship

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ver 141 teams from the North American East Coast of gather every year to battle for the title/trophy of NABA. This year Winnipeg was represented with 5 basketball teams from tykes, peewee, bantam, juniors and Juvenile.

Volunteered coaches Angel Brana for tykes and Juvenile, Eric Fernandez for peewee, Riley Velasco for bantam, and Jai Mendez for Juniors Thank you coaches for your

time and effort to taking our teams to the finals.

Each of these teams trained endlessly during the summer to keep fit and conquer this years 30th annual NABA tournament.

Congratulations to our Juvenile team on bringing home the trophy for such a tough division. You all did awesome and participated the best you can. Juvenile team coached by Angel Brana had super skilled players Don Dayrit, MVP for

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Our other 4 divisions had it tough too, each of their games were oh so close short of a point or two but couldn't finish. Most of these players are new to NABA and now have that experience to play hard next time on the court.

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