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hampions are made not just by winning but also by working hard, never giving up, and eagerly moving on from defeat.

In order to do more incredible things, it is necessary to work one’s way through various challenges, which Siocon National Science High School wushu players exemplified as they invaded the boxing ring of Siocon.

Training for wushu and boxing is a challenging feat. One should be physically and mentally prepared for combat. Boxing teaches one to become a solid fighter by utilizing effective and practical strategies. Wushu, on the other hand, requires dynamic and artistic motion to standardize traditional martial arts.

Overall, it is essential to remember that every competition has a distinct winner and loser. Given that the two sports are different, a boxer will inevitably lose in wushu, and a wushu player will inevitably lose in boxing. Nonetheless, playing a sport that is not one’s strong suit is not strictly prohibited. Undoubtedly, one can still win, but this is uncommon.

Regie S. Malunoc and Randy L. Maglaway are two Siocon

National Science High School student-athletes who decided to participate in amateur box ing as part of the “Away sa mga Champion sa Mindanao” event, in spite of being Wushu players.

Regie S. Malunoc, a grade 9 student, was inspired and trained by his father. He aspired to gratify and honor his father because he held him in such high regard as a child. He has already participated in two boxing matches. He initially participated in a sporting event on a covered court at the school and was victorious. After his success, he was more eager to train diligently and efficiently. He then entered the amateur boxing battle, where he reigned after his opponent gave up. He was glad that his father was there to support and cheer him on in the event, motivating him to go for the win.

If there is a winner in a competition, there is also a loser. However, not all losers grieve their defeat, such as in the case of grade 12 student-athlete Randy L. Maglaway.

For Maglaway, entering a boxing ring and competing in an amateur fight was a dream. Enthusiasm overcame his en- tire body on the morning and the day of his first fight in the ring of the amateur boxing tournament. Whether he won or lost in the tournament, he would never forget that he was doing this for his family and would cherish the experience no matter what happened. He played with all of his might, but he ultimately fell short. However, despite the loss, he savored and cherished every second of the event. Maglaway proves that not everyone who loses has the fortitude to cry about it. One can learn from their defeats and failures. One can use those experiences to better their development and pave a winning path for the future. competitors with dust.

These athletes undoubtedly inspired pride among Sioconians and their school because of their dedication to their participation in boxing.

The life of an athlete is undoubtedly a roller coaster of experiences. However, this new generation of champions has proven that anything in life is worth experiencing, win or lose.

In addition to enjoying immense pride, Caban earned a trophy and monetary prize for finishing first in the professional category.

Furthermore, Caban explained that despite the potential danger of the game, running the perilous trail is his passion.

“Passion nani para sa akoa. Actually, tinuod jud nga murag risky nga dula (motocross) pero sa akong part maskin risky kung asa ko malipay sa akong passion, didto ko [For me, this is passion. Actually, I agree that motocross is a risky game, but I want to pursue things that make me happy even if it is risky],” said Caban in a probe with The Pis Syabit after his bumpy match.

Philippines to host MLBB M5 World Tilt; Micro Synergy member exalts delight

ANGEL CLARISSE A. GARCIA

Member of Siocon-based Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) esports team, Micro Synergy, expressed excitement upon learning that the Philippines will host the M5 world championship on December 2023.

In an interview with the Pis Siyabit Micro Synergy member and Siocon National Science High School student, John Paul O. Moras said that he is excited at the prospect that the M5 World Championship will be held in the country and he also cited the advantages of having the event take place in the Philippines.

“Excited kay first-time nga naay big esports event diri sa Philippines, pati advantage diri sa atong country like naay support gikan sa mga fanbase sa every team nga mag represent sa Pilipinas [Excited because this is the first time that a big esports event will be held here in the Philippines, and it is an advantage for our country because of the support coming from the fanbases of every team that will represent the Philippines],” he said.

After dominating three world championships, Moonton confirmed that the Philippines would host the M5 World Championship through a teaser posted on the official YouTube Channel of MLBB, where top-notch MLBB players will once again gather to compete for the championship title.

This will be the first-ever MLBB world series event in the Philippines. However, Moonton has yet to reveal the exact date and venue of the competition.

As for Micro Synergy, they recently won the ML tournament held at Siocon Cultural and Exhibition Center, on February 26.

Moras also said that ECHO Philippines is the esports team he is rooting for because he and his teammates idolize the members of the team.