The 3B Bulletin Newsletter Volume I Issue No. 1

Cluster 4 snatched a smashing win over Cluster 3 in a riproaring Badminton Mixed Doubles match, 2-0 (21-19, 21-16) during the Antique Provincial Athletic Association Meet (APAAM) held at the University of Antique PaghiUsA Hall, April 3.

ClusterIITriumphsOverClusterIIIinFootballMatch

BYJESSAMAYGUZMAN

He was born to conquer the court where shuttle cocks and racquets exist. He is Marl Ayson. A Grade 8 student-athlete from St. Augustine’s Academy of Patnongon Incorporated (SAAPI). He plays a sport that requires a stable mindset, wise strategies, and full determination. A sport called Badminton.

Cluster2Footballteamkickedoffgame2withawinaftersurmounting Cluster3inapenaltyshootout,6-5,duringtheAntiqueProvincialAthletics AssociationMeet(APAAM)2024heldattheUniversityofAntique(UA)football Field,April3.

Tension opened the match as several attempts from both teams to hit the goal failed but Doliguez of Cluster 2 secured a point, propelling both teams into a fiercely competitive exchange on the field, 10.

Cluster 3 immediately bounced back and managed to secure a point for themselves before the time ran out, climaxing the match-up with a draw, forcing Cluster 2 to play a penalty shootout, in which both teams will take turns to kick from the penalty mark to break the tie, 1-1.

Ejkyl Navallasca, emerging them victorious with just a point advantage, 6-5.

Marvine Pon-an, coach of the Cluster 2 football team, emphasized the athletes' renewed focus on tactical strategies and shooting proficiency, as that was the part that they failed last year.

"Now we have given them ample time for their preparation, and we also hired some professional athletes to share tactics for them. I think we are more prepared right now," Coach Pon-an added.

Both teams were even in scores on the penalty shootout, and all hopes for the win lie on the precision of Cluster 2 stalwart Clark Yañez's crucial last kick and the defensive grind of the Cluster 2 goalkeeper,

Cluster 2 will go head-to-head against Cluster 4 on April 4 in what promises to be an exhilarating match.

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Cluster 4 snatched a smashing win over Cluster 3 in a rip-roaring Badminton Mixed Doubles match, 20 (21-19, 21-16) during the Antique Provincial Athletic Association Meet (APAAM) held at the University of Antique PaghiUsA Hall, April 3.

Both Shuttlers showcased their prowess at the court, putting on a detonating match with their swift footwork and powerful smashes, but the teamwork and strategic play of John Leomar Amar and Mei Ceilo Ann Millan paved the way for Cluster

ClusterIVsmashes1stgame victoryinBadminton Showdown

BYSHAIRAMAEJONTILA

‘TEAMWORKANGKINAHANGLAN‘

4 to lead the match, winning the first by two points, 21-19.

Cluster 3 refused to back down but the valiant efforts of Macky Luna and Jasmin Valenzuela to fight back were smashed down by Amar and Millan in the second set, claiming the victory with the score of 21-16.

"Ginpraktis gid namun ang ginatawag nga teamwork. Kay amu da ang importante sa sangka competition. Dapat kamu darwa gaintindihanay gid. Give and take

relationship,”Amar said.

Reflecting on the win, he also shared how they prepared for the game, “Ang preparation nga ginhimu ko before the competition is I worked in improving my strength, endurance, speed kag agility. May on-court and off-court training man kami pareho kang weight training and cardio work-outs."

Cluster 4 Shuttlers will prepare for the championship match on April 4, at the same venue.

ClusterIIkicksoffvictoryagainstClusterIinFutsalGame4

BYVIACHARISSECAJELO

‘UNITETOSUCCEED’

Cluster 2 dominated the game against Cluster 1 in Futsal Game 4 with a score of 5-1 during the second day of the Antique Provincial Athletic Association Meet (APAAM) held at the University of Antique (UA) Traditional Knowledge Center on April 3.

Saint Anthony’s College (SAC) High School team representing Cluster 2 led the charge as Lara Riana Ysabel Doliguez and Niña Erica Espiña smoothly scored two consecutive goals in the first half of the game, making Pis-anan National High School of Cluster 1 have a manto-man defense to prevent the opposing team score again.

Cluster 1 managed to clap back using Kaycee Añado’s goal, reducing the deficit to 2-1, but Cluster 2 popped their bubble by swiftly responding with a powerful kick, extending the lead by two and keeping the favor on their side, 3-1.

Keeping the opponents in a pickle, Cluster 2 tightened their guard, widening the gap to 4-1 through Espiña’s goal, suppressing the counter-attack tactics and defensive lines of Cluster 1, followed by another goal from Doliguez which made the opponent kneel in defeat, closing the match with an impressive score of 5-1.

“We start our game which is ang aim is to be strong together, which means we need to unite everybody to succeed...Indi man ya individual event, this is a team event so need ang cooperation and teamwork ka tanan-tanan,” said Cluster 2 Coach Jesse Raye Torres.

Cluster 2 will advance to the championship match on April 4, wherein the winning team will represent the province in the upcoming Western Visayas Regional Athletic Association (WVRAA) in Negros on May 4-7.

SucceedingAgainstAllOdds

BYKATRINAMARIEFERNANDEZ

Power. Perseverance. Prayer. One person with multiple personalities— he is indeed the epitome of what it means to be an athlete. An athlete who’s willing to train hard to become better and stronger. Being an athlete has always been an important part of his journey. His achievements in this field have always made him deeply proud.

He was born to conquer the court where shuttle cocks and racquets exist. He is Marl Ayson. A Grade 8 student-athlete from St. Augustine’s Academy of IncorporatedPatnongon (SAAPI). He plays a sport that requires a stable mindset, wise strategies, and full determination. A sport called Badminton.

Badminton is one of the most popular sports in the world, with an estimated 339 million people playing it, according to Above Sports. Badminton has huge popularity in Asia in particular, where seven of the ten most badminton-playing countries are.

There are lots of people playing Badminton, but there are only a few who truly understand it and have a passion for it. Marl is one of those athletes who wish to become better in this field. Skill is not something inherited but is acquired through

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practice, as what Marl is doing. He practices continuously to maintain his skills and strength.

“Practice gid ka mayad kag di gid mag absent kung oras ka practice. Ang motto gid daad nga sundon is try and try until you succeed”, said Marl.

The Antique Provincial Athletic Association Meet (APAAM) is one of the most anticipated events in the province. This is the event where every athlete unleashes their potential to showcase their talents in different fields of sports. This is the event where Marl emerged as a champion.

He’d been through ups and downs before he wore that gold medal. Suffering from knee pains, minor injuries, and some negative criticisms coming from those who don’t believe in his capability. However, he was able to secure that place for the championship game. An exciting championship game where everyone doubts him. Every person who surrounds him has that extinct belief that his opponent will win, based on their observations.

“Before ang game gina expect rn ka tanan nga ang kontra ko madaog since sa pag imawanay namon training kada adlaw na

observe nanda nga mas sagad tana. Pero nag pray man japon ako nga daad madaog ako bisan imposible kag nag sarig lang gid ako sa kaugalingon ko nga kaya ko” Marl explained.

Marl’s series of smashes and drops led him to success. Despite the tension caused by the audience, he was still able to focus on the game. His strategies are way better than those of his opponent. He did show everyone that their extinct belief is not true. He made everyone proud of him and proved to himself that he could do things even though everyone doubted him.

“Badminton is not only about winning. What is important to me is about playing hard, doing my best, and putting up a good show for the spectators” as mentioned by Lin Dan, a professional badminton player and a two-time Olympic champion.

Power. Perseverance. Prayer. Marl admitted that he has the power, but he is not that confident that he will defeat his opponent. His perseverance made him realize that he could do things he thought he couldn’t. Above all, his prayers lead him to success and prove everyone that he is the definition of a champion.