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May112026 by Jean MalanumNo Comments

Cebuano lifters secure 12 gold medals in National PRISAA Games

University of Cebu weightlifters delivered 12 gold medals for Central Visayas Sunday night at the National PRISAA Games in Bacolod, Negros Occidental. From left are Ramon Solis (coach), Jea Mae Palagtiw, siblings Althea and Albe May Ella Bacaro, Rhianne Cabalida and Christopher Bureros (coach). *Four weightlifters from the University of Cebu made impressive debuts in the National PRISAA Games Sunday night, sweeping their respective categories in the Youth division at the STI West Negros University Students' Activity Center in Bacolod City.Althea Bacaro topped the U15 girls' 46kg category lifting 60kg (snatch) and 80kg (clean and jerk) for a total of 140kg."I'm so happy, the goal is to win and I did it," said the 14-year-old Bacaro, an incoming Grade 10 student.Her elder sis...

May102026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod inks MOA for Batang Pinoy; It will boost tourism growth: PSC

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Bacolod Vice Mayor Claudio Jesus Puentevella, Mayor Greg Gasataya, Philippine Sports Commission Chairman John Patrick Gregorio, PSC Commissioner Olivia “Bong” Coo and Edward Hayco (l-r) at the MOA signing rites.*Ronnie Baldonado photoPhilippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman John Patrick Gregorio lauded Bacolod City on Saturday, May 9, for intensifying the city’s sports tourism initiatives and strengthening its position as one of the country’s emerging sports destinations.During the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement for Bacolod City’s hosting of the 2026 Batang Pinoy National Championships on December 12-18, Gregorio recognized Bacolod’s continued investment in grassroots sports development and sports infrastructure, which he said significantly contributes to tourism g...

May72026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod secures hosting of ALCOR Games 2027

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Bacolod City College (BCC) delivered an impressive performance at the Association of Local Colleges of Region VI and Region XVIII (ALCOR) Games 2026, finishing as first runner-up.Mayor Greg Gasataya announced on Wednesday, May 8, t that Bacolod will host next year’s ALCOR Games after being unanimously selected by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).“I was informed by CHED-NIR that Bacolod has been unanimously chosen to host next year’s ALCOR Games. This is a significant opportunity for our city,” the mayor said.BCC secured a total of 25 medals—3 gold, 15 silver, and 7 bronze—finishing just behind host Passi City, highlighting the strength and competitiveness of Bacolod’s student-athletes, a press release from the Bacolod City Communications Office.These achievem...

Apr222026 by Nanette GuadalquiverNo Comments

Bacolod gears up for Dec. 12-18 Batang Pinoy 2026 hosting

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Bacolod City is starting preparations for the hosting of the Batang Pinoy 2026, with final dates set on Dec. 12 to 18.In a statement on Wednesday, Mayor Greg Gasataya acknowledged the city government's strong collaboration with the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) in bringing the national sports event for athletes 17 years and below to Bacolod."This milestone is a testament to our strengthened partnership with the PSC. We extend our sincere gratitude to Chairman Patrick Gregorio for his trust in Bacolod’s vision and for his commitment to grassroots sports development," he said.Gasataya said the Batang Pinoy 2026 will provide the platform for the city to further support homegrown talent. "We firmly believe that Bacolod City is more than capable to produce the next Filipino Ol...

Apr222026 by Jean MalanumNo Comments

Almendralejo powers Bacolod Tay Tung to victory

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Bacolod Tay Tung's Rhose Almendralejo (left) tries to score against Canossa Academy's Sam Mojares in the Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup at the La Salle Green Hills Gym on Wednesday*https://files01.pna.gov.ph/category-list/2026/04/22/bacolod-tay-tung--rhose-almendalejo-vs-canossa-academy-sam-mojares-april-22-2026.jpgBacolod Tay Tung secured its second win at the expense of Canossa Academy, 25-10, 25-9, in the Shakey’s Girls Volleyball Invitational League (SGVIL) Rising Stars Cup Division 1 at the La Salle Green Hills Gym today, April 22.Veteran Rhose Almendralejo led the two-time runner-up Thunderbolts with 11 points on eight kills and three aces.Cristina Gale added seven points, followed by Faith Banguia and Alexa Bertolano with six...

Apr172026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Megaworld expands pickleball trend with new courts at Northill Gateway

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Northill Courtyard partner Angela Quilop, Township Director Jogie Viceo, General Manager for Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Northill Gateway Tin Yusingco - Torre, Northill Gateway partners Jojo Quilop, Desi Arana, and Ann Ascalon – Ledesma (l-r) at the groundbreaking rites Friday afternoon.* CPG photoWith the continued rise of pickleball as a sport and social activity, property giant Megaworld is introducing four new tournament-standard pickleball courts within its 53-hectare Northill Gateway township along the Bacolod-Silay Airport Access Road.The groundbreaking for the Northill Courtyard was held Friday afternoon, April 17.The new sports and recreational hub is targeted to open in July this year and will be the first pickleball facility along the Bacolod-Silay Air...

Apr152026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Esports takes centerstage at 4th Panaad Governor’s Cup

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Esports in Negros Occidental has officially moved from the sidelines to the spotlight, as highlighted during the opening of the 4th Panaad Festival sa Negros Governor’s Cup MLBB Esports Competition held at Ayala Malls Capitol Central Tuesday, April 14..In his keynote address, Governor Eugenio Jose V. Lacson emphasized that the digital arena is now a fast-growing industry requiring strategic thinking, rapid decision-making, and strong collaboration—the very same skills necessary to face the challenges of the future.The governor said more than just a tournament, esports serves as a unique platform that honors excellence in both competitive gaming and academic performance.Reinforcing the educational value of the event, Fifth District Board Member and Committee on Education C...

Apr72026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Sagay recognizes athletes with over P530,000 in incentives

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Athletes who represented Sagay City in the 2026 Provincial Athletic Meet and the Negros Island Regional Athletic Association Meet were formally presented during the flag ceremony at the Sagay City Government Center on Monday, April 6.From the provincial meet, Sagay recorded 110 gold, 116 silver, and 201 bronze medals, with incentives set at P1,000 per gold, P800 per silver, and P500 per bronze.For the regional meet, Sagay athletes earned 42 gold, 43 silver, and 15 bronze medals, with incentives of P3,000 per gold, P2,000 per silver, and P1,000 per bronze.In total, the city is awarding more than P530,000 in cash incentives to athletes in recognition of their strong performance at both levels of competition, a press release from Sagay City said.Coaches, assistant coaches, and...

Mar272026 by Digicast NegrosNo Comments

Bacolod gives P4.1M in incentives to NIRAAM 2026 medalists, coaches

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The NIRAAM 2026 medalist with Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya on Thursday* The Bacolod City government distributed a total of P4,167,000 in incentives to athletes, coaches, and trainers at the Bacolod City Government Center (BCGC) lobby on Thursday, March 26.The move underscores the city’s commitment to sports development and youth excellence, recognizing participants who represented Bacolod in the recently concluded NIRAAM 2026, a press release from the Bacolod City Communications Office said Friday.Funding for the incentives was provided through the Department of Education’s Special Education Fund Program, which is supported by the city government.Of the 475 awardees, 188 athletes have qualified to advance to Palarong Pambansa 2026 in Agusan de...

Mar252026 by Nanette GuadalquiverNo Comments

Negros Occidental awards P1.3M in incentives to reg’l meet medalists

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The Negros Occidental provincial government on Wednesday, March 25, distributed cash incentives worth PHP1.35 million to Negrense student-athletes who won medals in the first Negros Island Region Athletic Association Meet (NIRAAM) earlier this month. Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson led the giving out of awards together with Schools Governance and Operations Division chief Romeo Sison Sr. of the Department of Education-Division of Negros Occidental at the Capitol Social Hall in Bacolod City. "Your achievements reflect not only excellence in sports, but also the true spirit of Negrense pride," Lacson told the student-athletes. The 417 gold medalists each received PHP1,500 or a total of PHP625,500, while the 236 silver medalists got PHP1,000 or a total of PHP236,000. The 104 bronze medalists were gi...