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2 Live Blog: The 2014 UAAP Cheerdance Competition Result and Performance


The UAAP 77th Season of Cheerdance Competition will live the EXCELLENCE. Expect a worldwide trend of stunts, remarkable and extraordinary performance for an exceptional cheerdance entertainment. I'm sure everyone is also ready across social networking sites. This happened in just one day and to be executed just a couple of minutes but each team prepared this event for one whole year. Click this link for the order of performances.

The biggest cheerdance competition in the country is again hosted by Boom Gonzales with celebrity co-host Jessie Mendiola and the gorgeous courtside reporters. There are 8 judges for this competition that will give a perfect 800 points.

This year reputable judges are follows:
●  Douglas Nieras
●  Jean Marc Cordero
●  Bong Tan
●  Nancy Crowe
●  Celine Tanjuatco
●  Yeeming Tan (Malaysia)
●  Beverly Hon (President of Cheerleading Malaysia)
●  Bernard Daniel Puatu
This year Overall Cheerdance Director is Paula Isabel Nunag

This year cash prizes to be awarded are follows:
●  Second Runner-up: Php 140,000
●  First Runner-up: Php 200,000
●  Champion: Php 340,000

PERFORMANCE:
The UE Pep Squad opens the competition with an "ethnic" theme. An inspired from Southern Philippines. The formations were good but pyramids were not executed properly. Needs some polishing on choreo and stunts.

CHARGE-BACK performance from the FEU Cheering Squad with "Chinese Yin-Yang" inspired. It was a strong routine but pyramids were not perfectly executed.

The UP Pep Squad came a little bit short from last year's routine but this year an extreme stunts and awe performance. With theme of "pride" and "equality", they have the energy and the executions were all clean. They have the power and strength.

That was an awesome performance from Salinggawi Dance Troupe. First minute of the routine already impresses the heart of the audience. Likewise in FEU, they also have "Dynasty" from Chinese bloodstream theme. I would say the pyramids were death-defying. Almost perfect performance.

As per Chris Newsome it's more on waves, the Ateneo Blue Babble Battalion have this "Sailors" or "Nautical" theme. So far they have clean routine except the pyramids. I'm sorry but I find it boring with clear errors. One mistake matters especially for pyramid.

The DLSU Animo Squad, is going out of this world. An "Army of the Universe" inspired, song choices were okay, self-centered from their theme. They started strong but had major problems with passes section and the sequence of pyramids. More errors also in tumbling.

The Adamson Pep Squad nailed it coming from the "Pirates" theme. They have the energy and the vibe. Perfect choice of songs as it shadows to their chosen theme. I love the performance, minimal error and overall it was a clean routine.

Save the best for last, the NU Pep Squad is a strong candidate for bark-to-back crown from their "Native American" theme. They have the best routine, stunts, and pyramid. Perfect execution!

GROUP STUNTS COMPETITION AND RESULT:
This year all eight participating schools joined the group stunts. Group stunts is consists with three males and 2 females. Winner will win Php 25,000.
●  First Place: FEU Cheering Squad
●  First Runner-up: UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe
●  Second Runner-up: NU Pep Squad

UAAP 77TH CHEERDANCE COMPETITION RESULT (TOP 3):
●  Champion: National University Pep Squad (677.5 points)
●  First Runner-up: University of the Philippines Pep Squad (658 points)
●  Second Runner-up: University of Sto. Tomas Salinggawi Dance Troupe (625 points)

OFFICIAL RANKING
1. National University Pep Squad (667.5 points)
2. University of the Philippines Pep Squad (658 pints)
3. University of Sto. Tomas Salinggawi Dance Troupe (625 points)
4. Adamson University Pep Squad (600 points)
5. Far Eastern University Cheering Squad (599.5 points)
6. De La Salle Univesity Animo Squad (557 points)
7. Univesrity of the East Pep Squad (503 points)
8. Ateneo de Manila University Blue Babble Battalion (494.5)

Congratulations all Winners!

0 Gilas Pilipinas wins against Senegal in FIBA World Cup 2014

Courtesy of FIBAonBTV
After four matches, Gilas Pilipinas finally received its first win against powerhouse Senegal. Although our hope for the round of 16 is no longer with us at least our team will go back home with a single win. Well I would say all of the matches with Gilas were all closed with a single digit deficit except Greece. A heartbreaking loss but already showed a heart of a champion after 4 decade not in the world stage.

Courtesy of FIBA.com
Gilas Pilipinas downed Senegal at the final score of 80 – 79 in Overtime after tied at 64 at the end of regulation. The Philippines showed relentless action with their last game. At the end of first quarter, Senegal was on the lead at the score of 19-13. However the Philippines was determined to win the game. Gilas Pilipinas finished the first half leading at the score of 37-24, then 49-44 at the end of third quarter. The lead started with a raining basket from the three point line back to back to back courtesy of Blatche, Lee, and the captain, the Mighty Mouse himself Jimmy Alapag.

Team Captain Jimmy Alapag and naturalized player Andray Blatche both scored 18 points. The Beast, June Mar Fajardo, had an impressive performance after posting 15 points and 9 rebounds. He also inserted all heart fathom with the other players.

At fourth quarter, Fajardo made a crucial dunk followed by layup from Blatche to give the Philippines 64 – 61 lead. But Senegal trailed the score tied at 64 after trey in 33 seconds.

After the chance of victory at the end of regulation, the team didn’t allowed the lead back to Senegal. They’re gaining momentum, Gilas opens triple opening the overtime for 67-64 lead. Alapag, Blatche and The Kraken worked together to give a victory for the Philippines.

We may not enter the 2nd round but the Philippines had the most exciting games in this tournament. It’s a priceless victory. The 34th ranked team gave a heart beating and thrilling games to the top caliber teams in the world.

This would be the second time for the Philippines and in FIBA 2014 for an overtime match at the elimination round. Now with their last game, give it to us, it feels like we won the Championship in FIBA World Cup. After today, Gilas Pilipinas will fly back home and then proceed its journey to the Asian Game in Incheon, Korea.

And to Spain 2014 spectators, Filipinos are the people with the biggest heart and fighting hard for the pride of the country. Thank you for making the Philippines part of the tournament. No matter what happens, I am effing proud Filipino. We hope that there would wildcard for the Round of 16. Congratulations and goodluck to all teams who made it to the next round. See you next time in FIBA 2019, it might be held here in Manila, Philippines.

0 Philippines in FIBA World Cup 2014

In two days, the 17th edition of FIBA Basketball World cup will set to unfold in Spain. And whoever wins in the tournament will have a ticket for 2016 Summer Olympics in Brazil. Though the host nation will have a ticket already, but just in case Brazil won the FIBA Cup then the runner up will get the spot.

Like any other teams, Gilas Pilipinas currently ranked 34th in FIBA World Ranking is also vying to win the crown in the tournament. Although it’s really hard to imagine winning against the world powerhouse teams yet nobody knows what will happen. Though I feel a mutual feeling but this is pride. We have waited 36 years and it's about time. We have lost from buildup games numerous times but still it's never say die. The time has come to wave our colors, to tell the world that the Philippines is not just a Boxing capital we are Basketball nation.

Gilas opens its World Cup campaign on August 30 against Croatia. The Philippines is in Group B bracket and will be facing the 5 dominant teams. See schedule below.

August 30, 2014 - Palacio Municipal de Deportes San Pablo, Sevilla: Philippines x Crotia
August 31, 2014 -  Palacio Municipal de Deportes San Pablo, Sevilla: Philippines x Greece
September 1, 2014 - Palacio Municipal de Deportes San Pablo, Sevilla: Philippines x Argentina
September 3, 2014 - Palacio Municipal de Deportes San Pablo, Sevilla: Philippines x Puerto Rico
September 4, 2014 - Palacio Municipal de Deportes San Pablo, Sevilla: Philippines x Senegal

I’m not a Sports Analyst nor a Basketball geek. I just watch games with subjective perception towards the games so I can’t provide detailed assessment with our chances in FIBA World Cup. However all my prayer is a win-win game for Gilas Pilipinas. It's kinda tough for me to write this post but these men deserve a commendation. And I hope every Filipino will be positive supporting with their campaign. Enough with deleterious mind because having in the World Cup is already a Champion. It is truly an honor for The Philippines to represent Asia together with Iran and South Korea. #PUSO to the Max. Laban Pilipinas.


*Credits go to the owner of the photos.

3 SUMMER SELRIE ENTRY, WON FROM SPORTS UNLIMITED'S "ADVENTURE MO, KWENTO MO."

Announcement of Winners. Loud and Proud of my Girly name. :)
They say the more entries you send the more chances of winning. This is actually true. That’s why a lot of people keen to bet more on sweepstakes to get a better chance of winning the lottery. However, some lotteries have far better chances of winning than others. Instead, sending your entries about your travel stories to Sports Unlimited is a way way higher chance of winning. So am I.


First and foremost, allow me to say “THANK YOU” for picking my entry. I just won a million of happiness.

This is the second time I send an entry for the show, the first one wasn’t really a fiasco but the second one was totally revenge. Hikhik. I was excited before Saturday night show on ABS-CBN for Sports Unlimited. It’s because I received too many praises from my Pico de Loro’s photo shots, I received plenty of FB likes from pictures posted here and there, and yeah I appreciate more hell likes! It feels like someone whispered my ears to travel more and get more. That's why somehow I know I'm gonna win because the one that I just sent was coming from Pico de Loro’s paramount, The Monolith!

The Entry. Ssssh quiet. We are just doing a Summer Selfie in 1-2-3.
The theme was so perfect, it's about Hiking/Climbing Summer story and the emergence of Selfie. Our fingers were quirk on its own without knowing it and just did it only to get a good pose. Indeed, Summer Selfie in 1-2-3.

So if you wish to join and win an exclusive Sports Unlimited shirt, just click this link and follow the rules. Every week has different themes, make sure to like their fan page so you will be updated. Send your entries and share your travel story and experience.


4 BANCAS FOR THE PHILIPPINES, THE NATGEO RUN 2014


First for Fifth. It is 5th National Geographic Channel’s Earth Day Run in the Philippines, promoting its advocacy for nature together with the World Wide Fund organization. Exactly 12,000 runners joined the event and glad that I am part of the promotion at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. It is my first time (obviously) joining NatGeo’s Run and I would say this is the biggest and the grandest so far.


This year theme is “Bancas for the Philippines” a funding project of WWF helping fisher folks in Palawan who lost their fishing boats during the onslaught of typhoon Yolanda. And I am so thrilled that more and more runners showing support for the advocacy. No wonder NatGeo’s opened 42k, the newest category because of its growing demand.


I finished my run in 10k category for an hour and fifteen minutes. The score is bad compared to my 10k training records which I finished for not more than one hour. Maybe because not in the mood as I don’t have training for nearly three weeks’ time.

First four kilometers, I’m like resistant to finish the run in an exceptional time record. However I felt cold and sense of faintness. I know something is not good so I didn’t pushed myself and decided to just walk. Now I know the importance of proper training and preparation before the run and also to reduce risk of injury. So I'm thinking of enrolling running clinic.








Indeed 10 kilometer run is a swift physical test but a perfect training for half marathon. Hopefully it will continue so I lose weight and get fit in preparation for next year NatGeo Run. And I’ll make sure that it will be 21k to achieve the ever hard to earn finisher shirt. See you next year running fellas.


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