By PR | 11:05 PM April 18, 2024
Six local colleges in Bohol became part of history when they competed in the inaugural intercollegiate league held on April 16-19.
The Association of Local Colleges and Universities (ALCU)-Region VII Bohol leg opened with a program at the Bohol Cultural Center on April 17.
Gov. Erico Aristotle Aumentado graced the historic occasion and congratulated the association for successfully holding the first edition of the said sports event.
“The provincial government places sports as a crucial part of its strategic change agenda towards achieving a smart, resilient, and inclusive province,” Aumentado said.
He added that events like this encourage young athletes to be at their best and promote the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and camaraderie to everyone.
With the theme, “ALCU VII Advancing Physical Abilities and Social Cohesion through Sports,” the event was hosted by Tagbilaran City College (TCC) and joined by other local tertiary institutions across the province.
The other participating colleges include Trinidad Municipal College, Buenavista Community College, Colegio de Getafe, Talibon Polytechnic College, and Danao Technological College.
The event is also an avenue for each educational institution to connect with the Cebu cluster for future collaborations and partnerships that will benefit Boholano student-athletes.
A motorcade ushered in the opening program and the search for Mister and Miss ALCU ICL 2024.
James Patrick Dela Serna and Bhea Minion of Tagbilaran City College emerged winners in their respective categories.
Dela Serna also took special awards, including Mr. Photogenic, and Mr. Le Posh Nail House, while both got the Mr. and Miss House of Beauty, Best in Production Number, Best in Casual Wear, and Best in Sports Wear awards.
Basketball and volleyball games for men and women categories were held simultaneously on the next two days at the Ubujan Covered Court, Camp Francisco Dagohoy Court, Saulog Gymnasium, and Camp Bernido Covered Court.
The top three schools with the highest score will be declared overall champion, first runner-up, and second runner-up to be proclaimed at the closing ceremony on April 19.
Dr. Richel Bacaltos of Talisay City College, ALCU VII president, Dr. Maura Consolacion Cristobal, CHED Region VII director, Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Yap, Tagbilaran City College and Dr. Del Mark Cagatin, TCC president, graced the opening program.
Also present at the event were ALCU presidents, local government officials, sports coordinators, coaches, and guests. (PiMO/JSS)
