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FOODUCATION: THE REAL SCORE Here’s the low down on athlete’s food favorites: junk food, rice, energy drinks and power bars
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STRENGTHENING THE SWIMMER’S CORE Basic swimmer’s core exercises to give you a head start
Community Editor: JOHAN AGUILAR Managing Editor: EDA GOLOY Art Director: REGGIE GOLOY Marketing and Events Group: SPARKS OOH Editorial Assistant: REYLYN CRUZ Contributors: HARVIE DE BARON and CHAPPY CALLANTA Social Media Specialist: BEN FRANCIA Publisher: SPORTS ‘R US MARKETING & EVENTS GROUP Photographer: PAT GOLOY
COVER STORY: IN THE BIG LEAGUES UAAP Swimmers tell us the winning formula to make it to the big leagues.
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MEET THE UAAP TEAMS A quick peek at the members of the various UAAP teams
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YOGI, KATRINA & RUNNER, LAUREN GETS SPEEDO FIT Two new speedo ambassador on lifestyle fitness
Andrea Ngui, Jethro Roberts Chua, Erika Lois Suelan and John Paul Elises are sporting Arena ladies’ and men’s X-Python competition suit
ARE ENERGY DRINKS LIKE GATORADE, POWERADE, ETC. REALLY HELPFUL DURING TRAININGS AND COMPETITIONS OR ARE THERE OTHER BETTER ALTERNATIVES? First, let’s clarify that the mentioned drinks are not “energy drinks” but more of sports drinks meant to hydrate. Sure, there might be traces of energy due to the sheer amount of refined sugar in the drinks, but it doesn’t deliver a sustainable energy source for the swimmer.
Here’s the low down on athlete’s food favorites: junk food, rice, energy drinks and power bars
by harvie de baron | Sports Nutritionist
Apart from the sugar, sports drinks normally have artificial colorings, artificial flavorings, and it has even been reported to be quite corrosive for your teeth. A good alternative is to take a liter of cold water, add about 2 Tablespoons of raw honey, squeeze in 3 Calamansi or the equivalent juice amount of your citrus of choice. That’s the recipe for a good, natural, sports drinkalternative. And, if you need to rehydrate, there’s nothing better than good old fresh Buko Juice. Just make sure you get it fresh off the shell, without added refined sugars, etc. IS THERE REALLY A PERFECT TIMING ON WHEN YOU SHOULD EAT YOUR POWER BAR, ENERGY BAR OR SWEETS TO MAXIMIZE IT’S FULL POTENTIAL? OR CAN U JUST EAT IT ANYTIME DURING THE COMPETITION?
IS EATING JUNK FOOD OR DRINKING SOFTDRINKS DURING OR BEFORE A COMPETITION REALLY BAD FOR A SWIMMER’S PERFORMANCE? It is not a question of when you choose to eat junk food. Whether you eat it during or before a competition or you regularly consume junk food, your body will have no benefit from it. Apart from not benefitting from it, junk food is actually destructive to the body. Imagine, the ingredients of a pack of junk food or a meal from a fast food chain contains numerous artificial and/or ingredients that are acidic to the body. Even if your junk food is “fortified with vitamins” or “made with real veggie bits”, the good does not outweigh the bad. Eating junk food regularly lowers your immune system. A lowered immune system means you are more susceptible to getting sick. Sick days mean missing training sessions or not being able to give your best during training. Add these all up and that clearly affect performance during competition. Plus, remember that, after a training session or competition, a swimmer’s immune system is also shot from all the hard work. The best
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way to help expedite healing and recovery is by choosing to eat healthy. SWIMMER’S REALLY LOVE RICE, BUT IS IT REALLY HELPFUL FOR RECOVERY OR IS IT JUST STORED FAT? Rice is a fantastic addition to a balanced recovery meal because clean carbohydrates help kickstart the recovery process. And no, it isn’t the rice that makes one fat, it is what you eat with the rice that adds to your weight. Rice has gotten such a bad rap over the years but, if I were to choose between a cup or rice or two slices of whole wheat bread, rice would be the winner. You cannot cheat a grain of real rice. On the other hand, wheat bread can have hydrogenated oils, refined sugars, and a host of other ingredients that are not good for you. In fact, the best time to choose white rice over unpolished rice, if you have absolutely no access to unpolished rice, is after a training session. This is because white rice is already processed and you need carbohydrate sources that will assimilate faster into your body for recovery.
First, the question is, are you eating the power bar or sweets for energy purposes for the swim? If you are then you have to consider that anything you put in your mouth that you have to chew, will take time to be digested and assimilated into your bloodstream for your to be able to use it as energy. Problem there is, each person digests differently. I like taking the guess work out by taking an energy source that assimilates quick into the bloodstream. An energy gel is fantastic because you can take it 15-30 minutes before your swim, followed by water, and it assimilates faster into your bloodstream than any energy bar can. When choosing energy gels, choose ones that don’t contain refined sugars. On the other hand, choosing to eat candy will give you an energy spike but it will also cause high and dreaded lows from sugar crash. You don’t want a sugar crash and you definitely don’t want the harmful effects of refined sugar, artificial colors, artificial flavors that candy has to the body. CONTACT THE AUTHOR You may reach Harvie de Baron through email (behealty@ baronmethod.com); Facebook (baronmehod); Instagram and Twitter (@baronmethod) for more information about his nutritional services.
HIGH PERFORMANCE
Strengthening the Swimmer’s Core by coach chappy callanta| fitness coach One of the most overused terms in strength and conditioning nowadays is “core training”. Almost everyone who goes to my gym asks me if I can “strengthen their core”. Most of the people who do ask for this don’t even know what the core is. It’s a common misconception that the core is thought to be just your abdominals. In fact, some definitions of “core” online will point to this. However, when we talk about performance training and strength and conditioning for sports, I believe that the core is not only constricted to your abdominals. The core that I will be talking about here is your entire trunk, or simply, the body minus the appendages. Take away the legs, arms and head, and you’re left with the core. This includes your back, hips, and yes, your abdominals too, of course. So now that we know what the core is, how exactly can training it help a swimmer, or any athlete for that matter? This is where the concept of “energy leaks” come into play. To show how this works,
let’s uses this example. Have you ever seen those high windpowered dancing men in events? With their arms flailing around in the air. This is what you will feel like if your core is not strong. You will have minimal control in your movement which will result in less power in your strokes. Mind you that mobility is still crucial, especially in the hips and thoracic spine (upper back) which are part of the core, but that doesn’t mean that it’s in the expense of strength and power. Keeping your lumbar spine (lower back, including the abdominals) stable and strong will mean less energy leaks when you swim in the pool. How exactly do we do it? There are a number of ways to get your core stronger and none of them involve traditional curl ups of sit ups. That’s reserved for the physique athlete or the body builder. There are better and safer ways to do it for the swimmer. Here are some examples:
BODY SAW For this exercise, use a foam roller or a small towel placed on wood or any slick surface. Vaslides or sliders can also be used. Place your shins on the roller of toes on the towel or sliders and get on a forearm plank position. Keep tension on your abdominals and gluten while slowly rolling or sliding downward for as far as you can handle. Bring your body back to forearm plank position in one motion then repeat for 8-10 reps for a total of 3 sets.
BAND ANTI-ROTATION HOLD The Body saw works on anti-extension, or bracing the core while there is a vertical force (gravity) being applied, the band anti-rotation hold works in bracing the core as there is a rotational force being applied. I fully believe that before you can create rotation, you must adapt to resist it, this is why I program this exercise in all my athletes. Stand perpendicular to an anchored band or a weight stack. Grab the handle with both hands and press the handle straight out from the middle of your chest. Hold for 10 seconds, you will feel the rotational force pulling you towards the anchor point, resist that. Release after 10 seconds then repeat for 3-5 times on the same side before switching. Do for a total of 2-3 sets.
TALL KNEELING MEDICINE BALL SLAMS This is a regression of the standing medicine ball slams that I like because it teaches the athlete the importance of a rigid core while producing power. Get into a tall kneeling position and hold a medicine ball with both hands above your head, extend your arms fully. Violently slam the ball down with no hip flexion, creating as much force as you can. If your ball bounces, make sure that you catch it as it goes up, but reset the position before slamming it again. Repeat for 6-10 times for a total of 2-3 sets.
Coach Chappy Callanta is the Fitness Program Director of 360 Fitness Club. You may get in touch with him by e-mail at cscallanta@gmail.com or chappy@completethecircuit.com
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They say that to make your dream a reality, you ha John Paul Elises, and Erika Lois Suelan tell us the
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Andrea Ngui, Jethro Roberts Chua, Erika Lois Suelan and John Paul Elises are sporting Arena ladies’ and men’s X-Python competition suit
have to wake up. Jethro Roberts Chua, Andrea Ngui, e winning formula to make it to the big leagues.
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ANDREA NGUI
ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY AGE: 18 YEARS OLD STROKE: FREESTYLE TOUGH TIMES DON’T LAST; TOUGH PEOPLE DO With the combined pressure of college and swimming, Andrea turns to her family and friends to keep her sane and grounded. “Seeing how the whole team sacrifices so much and knowing that they’ll always support me keeps me going. I couldn’t imagine life without swimming especially when I feel the warmth and love of the whole team. It reminds me of why I love the sport and why I sacrifice so much.”
"NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS BECAUSE YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW NEAR YOU ARE TO YOUR DREAM IF YOU JUST GIVE UP."
“As cliche as it sounds, hard work really pays off.” Andrea’s most memorable moment in her swimming career was when she was able to represent the Philippines during the Southeast Asian Age Group Championships last year in Danang and bagged a medal for the country. And the experience is no different from the UAAP. “I get to compete with other great universities and bring honor to my alma matter. It’s exciting to see the team effort, the results of our hard work, and sacrifice everyone will give.”
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Andrea is wearing an Arena ladies’ Max Life for training suit
Even when there are days when she wishes to be “just a normal student,” she believes swimming pros definitely outweighs its downsides. “This experience prepares me to become more independent, decisive and selfless, and allows me to consider others and how my actions will affect the people around me.”
JETHRO ROBERTS R. CHUA ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY AGE: 20 YEARS OLD STROKE: FREESTYLE
SWIMMING IS A SPORT. EVERYTHING ELSE IS A GAME. “No one in their right mind would be crazy enough to wake up before the sun even rises, kill yourself by swimming over 5KM in a frigid pool, go to school, try not to fall asleep in class, kill yourself again in the afternoon, come home and do homework, sleep, and repeat the next day. EXCEPT US.” For Jethro, this is what makes every swimmer survive in the real world – being able to do something that others are not willing to do.
"NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE IF YOU BELIEVE." After competing in the Asian Youth Games where he made the finals, and the World SC Championships in Doha, Jethro takes pride in the challenge given by the sport. “I was able to glimpse how hard world record holders and Olympic gold medalists work, and how hard I would have to work in order to stand as their equal.”
Jethro is wearing an Arena men’s Max Life for training jammers
While he is honored to have the trust of his coaches and teammates, Jethro believes this is a big responsibility. “I think the most important way to helping your team is through your work ethic. To show up for practice and give it everything you’ve got. Every. Single. Time.” For Jethro, the UAAP provides the perfect opportunity to show the world the result of all your hard work.
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ERIKA LOIS B. SUELAN UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS AGE: 12 YEARS OLD STROKE: BREAST, FREE, BACK, AND FLY
MAKING WAVES When your dream is to be part of the UAAP, you stop at nothing to achieve it. Even if it means moving heaven and earth to get there. In Erika’s experience, transfering school from Davao to Manila has been a challenge. “Transitioning from Elementary to High School wasn’t easy for me.” Being away from your family and friends and everything familiar to you can no doubt be a struggle. But through constant communication with her parents who have been her mentors in swimming and in life, Erika has proven that “limits” isn’t part of her vocabulary.
“"ALL OUR HARD WORK WILL BE REWARDED." Erika believes that every experience can help you realize that you can do more. Being part of the National Batang Pinoy 2015 and Palarong Pambansa 2016 has given her the chance to swim alongside some of the best young swimmers in the country. “The pressure is high, but I have always been competitive in everything I do because I know my capabilities and potential,” she says.
Erika is wearing an Arena ladies’ Max Life for training suit
Even as a little girl, Erika has always dreamed of competing in the UAAP. Now she is all set to represent her school, the University of Santo Tomas. This year dreams are turning into reality since she is able to play and represent as a Thomasian in the 79th season of the UAAP. “I will just try to do my very best and swim for the gold.” And that spirit may be all it takes to make waves.
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JOHN PAUL G. ELISES
DE LA SALLE SANTIAGO ZOBEL AGE: 13 YEARS OLD STROKE: BUTTERFLY, FREESTYLE AND IM YOUR ONLY LIMIT IS YOU The road to UAAP is full of hard work and determination, and nobody knows it better than John Paul. “I worked so hard in training when I was swimming for Davao City when I was in Grade 6 because I wanted to be a part of something bigger,” he says. And his hard work ultimately paid off when La Salle Zobel’s swimming team manager approached him and his parents with an offer to join the La Salle Green Tankers.
“"I AM LIVING MY DREAMS." Now that he is studying in La Salle, he is even more motivated to train harder because he knows swimming is the groundwork for his future. He is used to being a studentathlete, juggling early morning training sessions with classroom lectures. “I have learned to manage my time in order to balance my academic responsibilities and my love for swimming.” With the help of his class adviser and officers from the La Salle Zobel sports office, John Paul is able to manage both school and swimming.
He hopes to inspire young student-athletes with his personal experience of how he was recruited to become a part of a winning team. “UAAP is very special to me because I am giving back to the university who is helping me reach my dreams.” But the dream doesn’t stop at UAAP. John Paul continues to aim high as he enters the big leagues. “I want other athletes to know that nothing is impossible as long as you are willing to sacrifice, work really hard and keep your determination high.”
John Paul is wearing an Arena men’s Max Life for training jammers
Not a newbie when it comes to competitions, John Paul competed in the Thailand Age Group Swimming Championship. “Though I was not able to bring home a medal, I learned a lot more of what I need to do if I were to succeed in swimming for my country,” he says.
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FEATURE • UAAP TEAMS
meet the uaap teams A quick peek at the members of the various UAAP teams
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University of the philippines “We don’t define victory as winning a championship. For us, victory is when we know that each and everyone of our team mates have their best and gave it all their best for UP. Victory is whatever we accomplish as a team despite hindrances that come along our path”
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Adamson University “Our team defines victory by winning an event by representing our school and to graduate after our playing years.” HEAD COACH: Gavino T. Roxas Jr. TEAM CAPTAIN : Jan Kendrick Ramos
MEN’S TEAM: Sean Ortega, Zandro Poquiz, Julian Ordanel, Justin Arconcel, Wess Gallego, Jeuz Aldemo, Patrick Enconado, Norveen Cagampan WOMEN’S TEAM: Yvette Aguilar, Marie Dominique Duma, Nicole Incapas
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HEAD COACH: Noel K. Rivera (Men’s),
Bernardo Cavide (Women’s) ASSISTANT COACHES: Timmy Chua, Nikita Dacera, Marichi Gandionco TEAM CAPTAIN: Jerem Esguerra (Men’s), Joy Rodgers (Women’s)
MEN’S TEAM: Gaston Beloso, Fritz Anos, Neil Aynera, Joshua Balinas, Jace Cuachin, Lawin Dacera, Tenten Mercado, Patrick Sajol, RA Agtarap, Miguel Alava, Bryan Bibat, Dexter Lacuna, Joshua Ranque, Alfred Roj, Lorenzo Abanilla, Gian Berino, Joaquin Burgos, Josh Cainglet, Julius Constantino, Jan Del Rosario, Daniel Directo, Lans Donato, Carlo Doragos, Vincent Dy, Lynwell Pena, Renzo Racadio, Jiego Santiago, Pael Sta. Maria, Samuel Tan, Juneau Villanuev, Billy Lara, Derek Libadia, Alessi Castro, Rafael Dela Torre WOMEN’S TEAM: April Bartolome, Erica Lukang, Allia Cortado, Jaja Cordero, Denjylie Cordero, Mikee Bartolome, Chickee Meily, Monica Padilla, Nikki Ta, Mikee Alcover, Andie Beloso, Ariana Canaya, Kyla Mabus, Danee Torres, Je-an Caingli, Tisha Dela Rosa, Trisha Oliveros, Priscila Aquino, Kaye Magnaye, Coleen Marasigan, Kyle Mendoza, Kayla Taguiba, Jea Talavera, Nadine Tee Te, Dana Antonio, Gabee Torres, Tana Verzo, Yssa Pogiongko
FEATURE • NCAA TEAMS
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ADMU
National university
Ateneo de manila university
“Our team defines victory as: we win as a team and when we lose, we learn as a team”
“Victory is being able to represent ourselves with pride, passion, and character worthy of being called FAST”
HEAD COACH: Ronald Alejo Guiriba TEAM MANAGER: Alice Eduardo ASST. TEAM MANAGER: Patricia Chunsim STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING COACH: Neil Alcaraz Banaag
TEAM NUTRITIONIST: Glenna Bernabe-Estrera TEAM CAPTAIN: Martin Pupos
PROGRAM HEAD: Lim Archimedes COACHES: Candice Federiso, Krystal Rae De la Cruz, Sherwin De la Paz, Patricia Dizon, Gabby Meneses MEN’S TEAM CAPTAIN: Axel Ngui MEN’S TEAM CO-CAPTAIN: Aldo Batungbacal WOMEN’S TEAM CAPTAIN: Hannah Dato WOMEN’S TEAM CO-CAPTAIN: Ramona Datu
TEAM: Martin Pupos, Juan Carlos Abad, Saturnino Ajeto, Nicholas Suryc Alcantara, Justin Albert Belarmino, Justin Estremos, Renz Guiller Gawidan, Martin Jacob Pupos, Kristopher Witt, Nichole Evangelista
MEN’S TEAM Axel Ngui, Aldo Batungbacal, Miggy Arellano, Jethro Chua, Eman Dapat, Serge Davide, Jessie Lacuna, Nacho Mapa, Martin Vince Martin, Paolo Mutuc,Aga Olympia,Getty Reyes, Jan Jeric Santos, Giancarlo Silva, Brandon Sing, Johannes Sison, Justin Vito Sy, Steven Tiu
HIGH SCHOOL (GIRLS): Adormeo, Miguel Raphael, Jay Cabulit, Reymart Cuaton, Reynald Cullentas, Joco Miguelle Delizo, Leeor John Estrada, Leandro Arne Ness Faelnar, Dan Christian Leyba, Jason Adrian Mirabueno, Dyrham Palfrey, Dave Angelo Tiquia
WOMEN’S TEAM Hannah Dato, Ramona Datu, Julia Iona Balanag, Bea Batungbacal, Hannah Castañeda, Dana Diaz, Raegan Gavino, Sandra Gojar, Ariana Herranz, Sofia Jamila, Bethanie Martin, Andrea Ngui, Moniq Reyes, Kristine Abigayle Santos, Shayn Ting, Andee Torres, Shaye Uy
HIGH SCHOOL (GIRLS): Jan Mari Abad, Clinyl May Chuateco, Honey Mae Escarez, Julianne Cristine Javier, Trisha Orit, Loumeryn Pecho, Allana Sagubo
HS – BOYS’ TEAM: Aki Carino (Boys’ Captain), Joshua Borromeo Taleon (Boys’ Co-captain), Rafael Barreto, Timothy Bernal, Richard Canlas, Daniel De Guzman, David Dy, Sebastian Francisco, Martin Gfeller, Joseph Anthony Go, Kyle Gue, Karl Lazo, Roz Rodriguez, Jorel Santiago, Phillip Joaquin Santos, Emilio Jose Viovicente, Enrico Viovicente, Joshua Vitangcol, Jacob O. Vitangcol, Viel Vitug HS-GIRLS’ TEAM: Sarah Alvina (Captain),Louise Saavedra (Co-captain), Alia Rafael Antig, Kyla Badillo, Isablle S.Zamora, Suzanne Vernon Himor
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FEATURE • UAAP TEAMS
DLSU
DLSZ
De la salle university
De la salle zobel
To us, victory simply means doing everything together, to the best of our abilities. HEAD COACH: Evan Grabador ASSITANT COACHES: Ixxi Quilala and Teohdy Gaviño MENS’ TEAM CAPTAIN: Vince Raymundo WOMENS’ TEAM CAPTAIN: Mikee Tablada MEN’S TEAM: Benjo Narciso, Sage Yabut, Jm Ereñeta, Miggy Narciso, Red Silvestre, Kyle Paggabao, Baron Ong, Robby Agustin, Alnair Guevarra, Fahad Alkhaldi, Hans Velecina, Gummy Torres, Jomai Santos, Lance So Neil Puyo, Alfonso Bautista, Rochmond Santos, Benzi Yang, Elijah Lizares Skyler Claveria WOMEN’S TEAM: Jia De Guzman, Aya Panganiban, Aya Carandang, Ange Jalauig, Glycel So, Ace Agustin, Cathy Bondad, Dara Evangelista, Aria Sahagun, Nana Gonzales, Maggie Mendoza, Bea Ylen, Joanne Wang
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“The team defines victory as not only winning, but also enduring the process with which we achieve our goal.” HEAD COACH: Garry Domingo ASSITANT COACHES: Karla Francisco and Jon Roxas TEAM MANAGER: Lawrence Sahagun TEAM CAPTAIN: Liam Tangan HS-BOY’S TEAM: Andre Abacahin, Luis Adrias, Gabby Alava, Rafael De Guzman, Franco Dela Rosa, Jose Antonio Dela Rosa, John Paul Elises, Emilio Gonzales, Gavin Ignacio,Maurice Sacho Ilustre, Yuri Ilustre, Iñaki Emil Lorbes, Jacob Ramos, Raphael Sacdalan, Antonio Lorenzo Sahagun, Isaac Santos, Liam Tangan, Jesus Ramiro Racimo HS-GIRLS’ TEAM: Raven Faith Alcoseba, Samantha Borlain, Juliana Burgos, Margarita Isabel Cabreza, Francesca De Guzman, Kayleen Keh, Jana Laurian, Jessica Laman, Sabrina Laman, Everly Macalalad, Bela Louise Magtibay, Kara Mendoza, Milcah Therese Mina, Nicole Pamintuan, Maria Luisa Pascual, Chrystelle Reyes, Shannen Tan, Dylan Tangan, Katharyn Solic
FEATURE • NCAA TEAMS
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University of santo tomas “From all the hardships, difficulties, and challenges that we’ve been through together, we define victory as where we are now. Victory is a process where everyone does what they can to contribute to the betterment of the team; from being at the swimming pool on time to successfully finishing the workout for the day, we see to it that we all make it until the end successfully; we see to it that no one gets left behind.” HEAD COACH: Cyrus Alcantara (Men’s Team) /
Ceazar Augustus Alcantara (Women’s Team) TEAM CAPTAINS: Michael Bunag (Men’s Team) Danielle Sanchez (Women’s Team) MEN’S TEAM: Allen Miranda, Alvin John Dela Cruz, Archer Dadpaas, Aron Anthony Romey, Kyle Celestial, Chino Agngarayngay, DJ Rivera, Fitz Hofer, James Uy, Michael Aguirre, Jux Solita, Marc Joven Madero, Miko Castillo, Rois Custodio, Ryan Regidor, Sam Cambronero WOMEN’S TEAM: Ana Dela Cruz, Angelic Saavedra, Celyn Parco, Cheska Bustria, Chloie Cruz,Danica Locsin, Issa Gubat, Jae Magbalot, Jana Toledo, Julianne Torres, Katrina Aguelo, Meg Sanchez, Rhezel Jugar, Thea Belen, Zoe Teodoro, Zsazsa Gatchalian
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UNiversity of the east “By performing our optimal performance during competition and beating our personal best time and instilling the spirit of camaraderie” TEAM CAPTAINS: Jowan Carlo De Veyra (Men’s) Galang Claire Anne (Women’s) Eligino John Patrick (Boys) Bautista Jhycca Lenor (Girls)
MEN’S TEAM: Elkim Samuel Chan, Jowan Carlo De Veyra, Clifford Dizon, Jo Lester Molina, Raymund Joshua Sevilla, Patrick James Supan WOMEN’S TEAM: Tiffany Louise Concepcion, Claire Ann Galang, Maricris Johanna Silvala, Frances Therese Sta. Ana HS – BOYS’ TEAM: Ronnel Andrew Alcantara,Luis Miguel Bagus, Kurt Daineill Bautista,Judiel Joseph Buna,Jio Vince Chua, Lance Zeth Cruz,John Patrick Eligino, Jerard Dominic Jacinto, Wilfred Benedict Lazaro, Jo Lander Molina, Allen Wren Santos, Christian Kyle Santos, Joshua Miguel Zamora HS-GIRLS’ TEAM: Marron Alferos, Jerielle Louise Barrientos, Jhycca Lenor Bautista, Princess Borason, Trinity Borason, Leichelle Buenaventura, Urielle Joleyn Buna, Shakira Calayag, Jamielyn Chua, Ysabella Denise Dee, Jasmine Drew De Leon, Julia Dem De Leon, Princess Domingo, Carmenrose Matabuena, Beatrice Andrea Mejillano, Caycee Joy Mendoza, Aliah Jae Rementilla, Mary Juliane Kaye Solita, Chyle Eira Sy
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Yogi, katrina & runner, Lauren gets speedo Fit
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BE SEEN
Animo Aquathlon 2016
PHOTO CREDITS: PET SALVADOR AND LEROY BULAONG
OCTOBER 8, 2016 | DE LA SALLE ZOBEL, AYALA ALABANG
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BE SEEN
Philippine Aquathlon Championships
PHOTO CREDIT: PET SALVADOR AND CHRIS DE LUNA OF CHILI GRASS
SEPTEMBER 11, 2016 | CAMAYAN BEACH RESORT, SUBIC BAY PHILIPPINES
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Aldritz John C. Labanen
Angela Claire Torrico
Dhana Victoria Seda Lomboy
Team: Aqua Flippers Swim Team Birthday: March 29, 2008 Favorite Event: Butterfly and freestyle What I want to be when I grow up: I want to be a doctor People I look up to: Micheal Phelps Hobbies: Swimming, reading books and playing basketball What I love most about swimming: Joining competitions and meeting new friends.
Team: Joey Andaya Seagulls Swim Team Birthday: March 27, 2006 What I want to be when I grow up: To be an artist Person I look up to: My parents Hobbies: Swimming, drawing, reading pocketbooks, watching TV What I love most about swimming: It makes me fit and healthy. Meeting new friends, joining competitions and it makes me a better person.
Team: Baguio Mako Sharks Swim Team Birthday: March 31, 2006 Favorite event: Butterfly and breaststroke What I want when I grow up: To be an astronaut Person I look up to: My Mom Hobbies: Crafting What I love most about swimming: Swimming relaxes me and keeps me from getting sick.
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WANT TO BE SEEN IN SWIM KIDS?
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10 years old
Samantha Sage D. Gualdad 6 years old
Team: Mabalacat City Flying Barracuda Swim Team
Birthday: March 2, 2010 Favorite event: Butterfly and freestyle What I want when I grow up: To be a dentist or a doctor Person I look up to: My parents and Katie Ledecky Hobbies: Swimming and doing art projects What I love most about swimming: I love joining swim meets and meeting new people.
If you’re a swimmer 10 years old and below, email your answers to the above questions together with your photo to swim.mag.ph@gmail.com