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SMAG HISTORY

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𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐒, 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐎 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐋𝐄𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙠𝙮 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙜𝙡𝙚’𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙛𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙙.

As the 𝑪𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝒁𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝑨𝒕𝒉𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕 drew to a close, our 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 left the court with 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘥 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩, carrying the pride of every 𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚, 𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒌𝒆, and 𝒔𝒂𝒗𝒆. They played with grit and unity from start to finish, turning each match into a testament to their growth and heart. Though the tournament has ended, the spirit they showed will keep soaring long after the final whistle. Through all the battles, 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚 and 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 defined their play and fueled their fight.

Right from the opening spike, the 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 left no doubt about their capability. Their precision, unity, and fighting spirit shone through every rally as they launched their journey with a resounding first victory over 𝗦𝘁𝗮. 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, proving they were a force to be reckoned with. With each set, their confidence grew, and their flawless communication on the court showcased both preparation and trust. Every player contributed to the dominant performance, revealing not only individual brilliance but also their collective strength. As the match progressed, it became clear that the 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 weren't just there to compete — 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚. This victory sent a clear message to every opponent that 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵.

In every tough match that followed, they proved they weren’t just playing, they were relentlessly pushing themselves to play harder. Each challenge became an opportunity to showcase their resilience and unwavering determination. They didn’t back down when the pressure mounted; instead, they dug deeper, elevating their game with every point.

As they advanced to the 𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒊-𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒔 against 𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, they were fueled by an unshakable sense of 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆 and steadfast 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒕. Every pass, every move on the court reflected their determination and unity. With grit and focus, they overcame every challenge, ultimately securing their place in the championship match. The victory wasn’t just a win on the scoreboard — it was a testament to their 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬, 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘧 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳.

𝘔𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘮 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦, they set their sights on the final showdown.

The 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒈𝒂𝒎𝒆 marked the culmination of their extraordinary journey. Facing off against the formidable team from 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘀, the 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 gave it everything they had. It was a hard-fought battle, filled with 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒍𝒍, and 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕. Though they narrowly missed claiming the championship title, the 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 soared with pride as they brought home a well-earned 𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙢𝙚𝙙𝙖𝙡. Their performance was nothing short of inspiring — a true reflection of their 𝒅𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒘𝒕𝒉, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒖𝒏𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒎 𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒕.

𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙨𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙. The 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 didn’t just compete — 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵. Even without the gold, they returned as champions in spirit, with a 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒍 and the unwavering pride of a team that gave its all. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 have set the standard, and their journey is far from over.

𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙨𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙛𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙩 𝙖 𝙧𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙨𝙠𝙮.

Because when the whistle fades, the Eagles still remain.

Written by: Ghieya Laxamana | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photo by: Ramon Martin Lulu | Media Aces

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐒𝐊𝐘 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐕𝐄, 𝐅𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇𝐈𝐍

They didn’t walk onto the court just to participate—they came to set the tone. The 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 turned every serve into a statement and every play into proof that they were built for the top. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯’𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦; 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘵. With heads unbowed and hearts on fire, they stood tall in moments that demanded more. As the whistle faded, they knew their performance had already spoken louder than anything else, leaving behind something far greater—𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵, 𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘤𝘺 no scoreboard could measure.

The 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 showcased remarkable 𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒕 and 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 throughout the competition. Although they stumbled in their opening match against 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘀, this early setback served not as defeat but as a powerful catalyst for 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩. Rather than allowing the loss to shake their confidence, the team used it as fuel to sharpen their focus and elevate their performance in the games that followed. With unwavering commitment and resilience, the 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 transformed every subsequent match into an opportunity to demonstrate their 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉, 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒍𝒍, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚. Their relentless spirit and teamwork not only earned them respect from their opponents but also truly embodied the fierce and unyielding eagle spirit that defines their legacy.

Throughout the course of the meet, the 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 encountered both triumphs and setbacks that thoroughly tested their cohesion and teamwork.

They faced a tough and closely contested match against 𝗦𝘁𝗮. 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲, but despite their best efforts, they fell short of securing a victory.

In a fierce battle for the 𝒃𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒛𝒆 𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒍 against 𝗚𝗡𝗖 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶, the 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 demonstrated exceptional determination and skill, ultimately securing a well-deserved 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒓𝒅-𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 finish. Despite the disappointment from their previous match, the team refused to be disheartened. Instead, they used that setback as motivation to 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘱, 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 their performance on the court. Their relentless effort and unwavering team spirit paid off as they fought hard to claim the 𝒃𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒛𝒆 𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒍, 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮.

With every 𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘬𝘦 and 𝘴𝘢𝘷𝘦, the 𝑳𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒈𝒍𝒆𝒔 embodied the true spirit of their name—𝒇𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔, 𝒔𝒐𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈, and 𝒖𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆. Their unity on the court turned tense rallies into opportunities and inspired the crowd with their resilience.

In the end, they transcended the game itself—turning every setback into fuel and every moment on the court into a chapter of 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚. Their story is not written in trophies alone but in the unbreakable bond they forged and the fierce spirit they ignited within themselves and their spirit. This experience was just the beginning of a legacy destined to soar higher.

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙤𝙣 𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙜𝙡𝙚𝙨’ 𝙛𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝—𝙖 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙨, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢.

Written by: Ghieya Laxamana | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photo by: Ramon Martin Lulu | Media Aces

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐡: 𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥, 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝

As the final move is made and the last clock runs down, 𝑻𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒂𝒏𝒔 of St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua bring to a close not just a match, but a profound experience. Chess is more than a battle of pieces—it is a test of will, vision, and mental endurance.

Over the course of this journey, we witnessed minds in motion, strategies unfold, and stories written one move at a time. Trojans brought more than skill to the board—they brought passion, discipline, and the courage to think under pressure.

From the very first move to the final checkmate, the Trojans truly made their mark in the competition, showcasing both skill and resilience across the board. In the Elementary Girls division, the younger generation of Trojans proved that brilliance knows no age. 𝑺𝒐𝒑𝒉𝒊𝒂 𝑺𝒊𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒓 earned a hard-fought 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐞 in the 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑟𝑑 𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑔𝑜𝑟𝑦, demonstrating maturity beyond her years. Not to be outdone, 𝑫𝒆𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆 𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒅 shone brightly as well, securing a 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥with a performance that reflected both raw talent and careful strategy.

Meanwhile, In the Secondary Boys division, 𝑨𝒎𝒊𝒆𝒍 𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒈 displayed exceptional talent, earning a well-deserved 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫𝑖𝑛 𝑏𝑜𝑡ℎ 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑟𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑧 𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑔𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠. His strategic approach and determination were evident at every turn. However, it was 𝑰ñ𝒊𝒈𝒐 𝑹𝒐𝒏𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒐 who truly stood out, clinching 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝in both categories with a flawless display of consistency, precision, and unwavering focus.

Additionally, the 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 and the 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 each secured 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 in both the standard and blitz team categories, solidifying the Trojans' supremacy and dominance across the board.

Their achievements highlight the strength of determination and passion. By demonstrating focus and perseverance, they have set a high standard for success. With this level of talent and dedication, the future of the game is exceptionally promising. These young champions are poised to lead the way with confidence and excellence.

As the last piece was moved, the board fell silent, like the calm after a Trojan battle. Every maneuver, every sacrifice, was a testament to the battle fought on this board. When the pieces are set again, may your next move always be your best. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐚𝐧𝐬!

Written by: Alyssa Magtuloy | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photos by: Ram Ezejir Guevarra | Media Aces

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐆 𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐅𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒.

After lots of games, lots of pressure, and lots of feelings of doubt, the table tennis zonal for the year 2025-2026 has come to an end. This year’s paddles, full of grip in their hands, experienced many emotions while being in a thrilling game with the loud smashing of feet on the floor.

From the very beginning, the room was full of pressure, and cold air hugged their souls before the match started.

In the 𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔 𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒐𝒚𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒈𝒊𝒓𝒍𝒔 𝒅𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏, St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua earned 𝟰 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗲 and 𝟭 𝘀𝗶

𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 medal. 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗲𝘀 were 𝑨𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏 𝑳𝒖𝒊𝒔 𝑹. 𝑶𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒈 under the category of 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐴 𝐵𝑜𝑦𝑠, 𝑱𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒎 𝑪. 𝑫𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒅 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐴 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠, 𝑲𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒏 𝒁𝒐𝒐𝒆𝒚 𝑫. 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒓 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐵 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠, and 𝑺𝒌𝒚𝒆 𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒍𝒆𝒚 𝑷. 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒖𝒊𝒐 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐶 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠. Our 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 was 𝑱𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆 𝑳𝒊𝒂𝒎 𝑳. 𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒈𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒐 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐷 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠.

Despite the pressure, the elementary players showed their diligence until the very end. They are surely a bright players, ready to face new challenges as they hold onto their paddles for their future brawls in life.

After the elementary matches, the 𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒐𝒚𝒔 then came into view after the elementary table tennis games. SMA-G gained 𝟯 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗹𝘀 against other schools. These powerful delegates were 𝑱𝒐𝒂𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒏 𝑬𝒏𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒐 𝑶. 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒐 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐴 𝐵𝑜𝑦𝑠, 𝑱𝒐𝒉𝒏 𝑴𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒆 𝑪𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒏 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐵 𝐵𝑜𝑦𝑠, and 𝑬𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏 𝑫𝒓𝒆𝒊 𝑴. 𝑹𝒐𝒒𝒖𝒆 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐷 𝐵𝑜𝑦𝑠.

They truly lifted the room, shining the silver color in their eyes as their hard work deserved the awards. They are ready to put the grip back on their paddles and compete more in the future.

For the 𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒈𝒊𝒓𝒍𝒔, the school commandingly received 𝟭 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗲 and 𝟭 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 throughout the game. 𝑴𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒁𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂 𝑽. 𝑨𝒍𝒎𝒂𝒛𝒂𝒏, under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐵 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠, secured the 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱, and the shining 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗲, 𝑱𝒂𝒔𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒍 𝑬. 𝑫𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒈 under 𝑆𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑙𝑒 𝐷 𝐺𝑖𝑟𝑙𝑠, shone in the room.

The table tennis girls’ matches were electrifying by their nail-biting and impactful table tennis game. Their efforts and fighting spirits were felt during the times they were passing and smashing the ball with their powerful hands.

Special congratulations also go to those who did not receive an award for showing their efforts and for showing up throughout the game. Their journey toward the end shows something about growth, wisdom, and improvement. A result and a medal do not set you on the wall to never face front again—it serves as a spirit to fight and come back again in the future seasons.

As they go home with their own results, they will still continue to smash, serve, and fight for themselves, returning fiercer and stronger than before. As this season ends with a bang, may they start again—braver and wiser.

Written by: Franchezka Yabut | The Marian

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photos by: Ramon Martin Lulu | Media Aces

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐀𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭

The 𝐀𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐬 of St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua shone bright this 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, carrying the Marian spirit with pride and determination. Across both the Elementary and Secondary levels, each player gave their best on the court — turning hardwork into medals and unforgettable moments of triumph.

In the 𝘿𝙤𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝘽𝙤𝙮𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘝𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘎𝘢𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘶𝘦𝘯 and 𝘉𝘪𝘦𝘯 𝘈𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘮 𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪 with confidence and composure. Their sharp coordination and relentless pace earned them the 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥, proving they were one of the most impressive duo of the competition.

For the 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝘽 𝙂𝙞𝙧𝙡𝙨 𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘭 𝘋𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘪𝘴 stood out as a powerhouse on her own. With her steady focus and well-placed shots, she dominated the competition and proudly brought home the 𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥, a shining achievement that reflected her hardwork and talent.

𝙂𝙞𝙧𝙡𝙨 𝘿𝙤𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙢, 𝘈𝘺𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘩 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 and 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘡𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘚𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘯 showcased resilience and teamwork throughout their games. Their determination secured them a 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥 finish, a testament to their perseverance in every match.

In the 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙈𝙞𝙭𝙚𝙙 𝘿𝙤𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙧𝙮, 𝘌𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘪 𝘑𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘙𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘻 and 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘭 𝘋𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘪𝘴 combined strength and strategy to make a remarkable run. The duo fought fairly and fiercely in the finals and came away with the 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥, marking another strong Marian performance on the court.

As for the 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥, 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘶𝘣𝘦𝘭 𝘑𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘻 in 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝘽 𝙂𝙞𝙧𝙡𝙨 carried the Marian banner with grit and determination. Her consistency and unwavering spirit pushed her to the finals, where she earned a 𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥 finish.

And lastly, in the 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐱𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝘑𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘒𝘺𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘪 and 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘶𝘣𝘦𝘭 𝘑𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘻 displayed smart teamwork and solid communication. Their hard-fought matches earned them the 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥, adding another proud moment to the team’s overall success.

This season was more than just about medals — it was about 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩, 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦, and the 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘳𝘪𝘵 shining brightly on the court. Every player left a mark of determination, proving that true victory lies in heart and effort.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲’𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧! Though there were ups and downs — wins and losses along the way — the Ace Assassins stayed positive and kept their spirit alive. Even when they competed as individuals, the Ace Assassins showed true teamwork and unity, cheering for one another and lifting each other up throughout the games. Through it all, they truly showed the Marian spirit — one of perseverance, sportsmanship, and pride. Your dedication and achievements will continue to inspire future Marians to soar higher and smash stronger.

Written by: Julyend Pariñas | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photos by: Marcel Fernando & Lana Bulacso | Media Aces

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐞𝐬: 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐭𝐬’ 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫

The 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝘽𝙤𝙡𝙩𝙨 of 𝙎𝙩. 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙮’𝙨 𝘼𝙘𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙂𝙪𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙖 ended their basketball season with heads held high, closing a chapter filled with excitement, challenges, and unforgettable victories.

From the very beginning, the Blue Bolts came out with fire, proving themselves as one of the fiercest competitors on the court. They opened their run with commanding wins, including a thrilling victory over 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮. 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗮, where their sharp shooting rained three-pointers throughout the game. Their momentum continued as they outclassed 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, 𝗜𝗻𝗰. with a dominant 55-14 finish, and later showcased their full strength in a 75-32 triumph over 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆. Each win added to their confidence, but also revealed the unity and discipline that defined their play.

Perhaps the 𝙢𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 of the season came during their game with 𝗚𝗡𝗖 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶. It was a game that tested not just skill but also heart, as both teams traded baskets in a nail-biting encounter. In the dying minutes, the Blue Bolts held their ground and sealed a breathtaking 47-44 victory—a moment that left the Marian community in awe and pride.

The season’s final chapter was written in the championship clash against 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿. The game was fierce and emotional, with tensions rising and both teams refusing to back down. Despite the 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝘁𝘀’ relentless fight, they eventually fell short. Yet their effort secured them a well-deserved 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗛 in the tournament. While the scoreboard declared a loss, the spirit they showed on the court told a different story—one of courage, passion, and never-say-die attitude.

This season may not have ended with the championship crown, but it ended with something deeper: growth, lessons, and memories that will last far beyond the final buzzer. The Blue Bolts’ journey was a reminder that success is not only measured in trophies but also in the heart and honor carried through every game.

𝘼𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙣𝙤𝙬, 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨 𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣, 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝘽𝙤𝙡𝙩𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣, 𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙧, 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙙.

Written by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Photo by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐨 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬

The 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆’𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮 lit up this year’s zonal tournament with grit, energy, and an unforgettable journey that brought them all the way to the finals.

Their campaign began with a tough opening game against powerhouse 𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿. Despite a strong effort, the Bolts fell short, but instead of breaking their spirit, the loss only fueled their determination to bounce back stronger.

And bounce back they did. In their second outing, the Bolts stormed past 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 with an emphatic 52-21 win, proving they were far from finished. They carried the same fire into their next match, overpowering 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮 with a commanding 48-15 score.

But the most thrilling moment came on Day 3, when the Bolts went head-to-head with 𝗚𝗡𝗖 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶. In a heart-stopping finish, the young squad edged out their opponents by just a single point, 39-38, a victory that showcased their composure and fighting spirit under pressure.

Those wins paved the way for a rematch with 𝗗𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 in the championship. The Bolts fought with all their heart, but despite their effort, Don Bosco once again prevailed, 36-24, taking the crown.

While the championship slipped away, the 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝘁𝘀’ journey was nothing short of inspiring. From bouncing back after a loss, to dominating their opponents, to surviving a nail-biter, the Bolts proved that they are not just athletes, but warriors with the heart of true champions. They may not have lifted the trophy, but they carried something even greater—the pride of the entire SMAG community.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴.

Written by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Layout by: Princess Sampang | Marian Varsity

Credits to: The Marian Varsity Club

Laudato Si’ Summit: Wellsprings of Hope in Schools and the Church for Our Common Home

Ateneo de Manila University

September 4-5, 2025

𝑺𝑬𝑷𝑻𝑬𝑴𝑩𝑬𝑹 7, 2025 | 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟑

✦ National Ignacian Marian Youth Camp 2025

Theme: Ignacian Marian Youth Pilgrims of Hope, Living God’s Grace in Jubilation

The third and final day of the National Ignacian Marian Youth Camp 2025 at St. Mary’s College, Inc., Quezon City highlighted both fellowship and faith, as Ignacian Marian delegates from Luzon, Visayas, and Northern and Southern Mindanao came together for the camp’s culminating activities.

The morning was filled with energy as participants joined the 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞, a series of stations designed to foster teamwork, creativity, and the Marian spirit of joyful service. Laughter and camaraderie echoed throughout the campus as each group raced together, strengthening bonds formed during the camp. In the afternoon, the community gathered for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The Mass served as a reminder that every journey of faith begins and ends with God, and that the light of Christ continues to guide the youth in their mission as pilgrims of hope.

As the camp drew to a close, delegates carried home not only memories but also a renewed purpose — to let their light shine and to remain pilgrims of hope in their own communities.

The delegates were accompanied by S. Maria Marife Liezel Novino, RVM (School Christian Formation Coordinator), Mr. Angelo L. Yumul (School Student Activity Coordinator), and Mr. John Paul Santiago (Student Council Moderator).

The delegates from St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua extend their heartfelt gratitude to their ever-supportive Directress-Principal, S. Ma. Lorina A. Jumawan, RVM, and to the RVM Sisters, whose unwavering dedication continues to guide and inspire them to grow as servant leaders grounded in faith, love, and service.

Credits to: The Council

277th Death Anniversary of Venerable Mother Ignacia del Espiritu

September 10, 2025

O God, in your Providence, you have given the Philippines another religious family in the Beaterio

of Venerable Ignacia del Espiritu Santo. Grant that we who have been called to witness to Your presence in the world may always walk worthily in the vocation to which you have called us. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

INSTRAMURALS 2025

Day 1 - Intramurals

August 28, 2025

Day 2 - Intramurals

August 29, 2025

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Day 3 - Intramurals

August 30, 2025

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗠𝗔 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗮'𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻

𝘎𝘶𝘢𝘨𝘶𝘢 𝘗𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢 - The streets burst with colors as more than a hundred of Ignacian-Marian runners joined the 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻 on August 29, as part of the celebration of the 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 at St. Mary’s Academy.

At around 5:00 a.m., runners gathered at the Mother Ignacia Building for a Zumba dance session that served both as a place for warm-up and as the starting point of the run.

As the event began, the participants were splashed with colors and took on interactive games and challenges as they encountered six (6) different stations set across the route, adding fun and motivation in their journey.

"𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘢 𝘱𝘰 𝘭𝘢𝘭𝘰 𝘯𝘢 𝘯𝘶𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘨𝘺𝘢𝘯 𝘯𝘢 𝘱𝘰 𝘬𝘢𝘮𝘪 𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘨𝘢 𝘬𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘺 𝘴𝘢 𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘵. 𝘍𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘱𝘰 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯 𝘮𝘢𝘨-𝘍𝘶𝘯 𝘳𝘶𝘯!" Said one among the Marian runners as he approached the finish line.

Beyond the joyful run, the school also prioritized public safety and crowd control by assigning marshals, rescue team members, students officers, and moderators to serve helping roles at each station.

Furthermore, to recognize their efforts and athleticism, which are qualities nurtured in 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, the first ten (10) runners to cross the finish line received prizes.

Some of the teachers also participated in the run.

"𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘧𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘐 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘶𝘴𝘩 [𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦] 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘣𝘰 𝘢𝘬𝘰. 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘯 𝘬𝘰 𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘢 𝘯𝘨 '𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘣𝘰!' 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮," said Mr. Warren Bitangjol, the first teacher to cross the finish line. "𝘕𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘬𝘢-𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺 𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘵. 𝘕𝘢𝘬𝘢𝘬𝘢-𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺!"

In the end, a water-splashing activity and another round of zumba led by the Indak Marians, capped the event.

The Color Fun Run concluded on a safe note, leaving the marians with lasting memories that will mark the spirit of 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

Report by: Aicekiel D. Catbagan

Photos by: Marcel Jacob Fernando

Layout by: Oshkosh Yves Mangune

August 29, 2025

Credits to: The Marian

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LIVE | The Opening Ceremony of St. Mary's Academy of Guagua Intramurals 2025: SIKLAB: The Battle of Ignacian Marians, Empowering the Youth Through Sports

August 28, 2025

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𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗨𝗽… 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗟𝗦 2025 𝗟𝗢𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚!

The stage is set, the energy is rising, and our athletes are ready to rewrite history. From sweat to glory, passion to triumph—this is where champions are made.

From the first whistle to the final cheer, we carry the fire within—𝑺𝑰𝑲𝑳𝑨𝑩: 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨, 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚.

Ready your hearts. Lift your pride. Ignite the spark. Press 𝑺𝑻𝑨𝑹𝑻 and join the action.

𝑳𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝑰𝑲𝑳𝑨𝑩 𝒃𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏!

Edited by: Anton Gabriel Zapanta

Caption by: Princess Sampang

Credits to: Marians Varsity Club

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬! Are you ready to set your heart ablaze as you showcase your skills, talents, and team spirit as one Ignacian Marian community?

The wait is officially over, the torch has been lit! St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua officially launches the intramurals 2025 with the theme “𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐁: 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒, 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒” setting ablaze not only the courts but the hearts and spirits of Ignacian Marians as they ignite as one — kindling flames of camaraderie, unity, and passion.

As Marian spirit roars with pride, the flame of 𝐒𝐢𝐤𝐥𝐚𝐛 burns with unyielding passion, the shield of 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐠 stands with courage, the wings of 𝐀𝐥𝐩𝐚𝐬 soar with freedom, and the light of 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐚𝐠 shines with hope. Alongside them, the bravery of 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢, the might of 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐰𝐢𝐬, and the spirit of 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚 ignite the games with fire and fierce determination.

Caption by: Alyssa Magtuloy

Layout by: Princess Sampang, Youdji Bajar, and Ghieya Laxamana

Credits to: Marians Varsity Club

Get ready to witness passion, unity, and school spirit as we kick off SIKLAB 2025: The Battle of Ignacian Marians — Empowering the Youth Through Sports!

This year’s Intramurals isn’t just about games—it’s about building camaraderie, showcasing talents, and empowering the youth to lead with faith, hope, and passion.

Let the battle begin!

#SIKLAB2025 #IgnacianMarianIntramurals #BattleOfIgnacianMarians #UnityInSports

Para sa nagkakaisang wika!

Para sa kalusugang masigla!

Para sa paglilikod na mapagkumbaba!

Sama-sama nating ipagdiwang ang pagpapayabong sa Wikang Filipino at paigtingin ang pangangalaga sa kasalukuyan sa gaganapin na Kulminasyon ng Buwan ng Wika at Nutrisyon na may temang “Wika, Kasaysayan at Nutrisyon: Ugat ng Pag-asa at Mapagkumbabang Paglilingkod ng Isang Ignacian Marian.”

Patuloy na pagyamin ang wikang nagbubuklod sa bawat isa at palakasin ang kalusugan bilang yaman sa epektibong paglilingkod nang may kababaang-loob tungo sa maliwanag na pag-asa.

Internal Auditor's Course

Based on ISO 190121:2018

August 18& 19, 2025

STRATEGIC PLANNING

The Aurora Subic Hotel

Facilitator: Teresita Arcos-Surot, PhD

August 12 & 13, 2025

“LOUD AND STAND: Simultaneously Reciting the Hopes of the People”

August 13, 2025

"𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥 (𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝)"

Noong Agosto 11, ipinakita naman ng bawat klase at club ang kanilang malikhaing galing sa paggawa ng pampublikong paskil kaugnay ng temang “𝙒𝙞𝙠𝙖, 𝙆𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙮𝙨𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙆𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙪𝙜𝙖𝙣: 𝙐𝙜𝙖𝙩 𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙜-𝙖𝙨𝙖 𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙥𝙖𝙠𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙠𝙤𝙙 𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣.” Ang aktibidad na ito ay naglalayong palawakin ang kaalaman at kamalayan ng mga mag-aaral sa kahalagahan ng wika, kasaysayan at nutrisyon, habang ginagamit ang sining bilang mabisang paraan ng pagbabahagi ng impormasyon

August 11, 2025

Credits to: The Marian

“CULTURE IMAGE: Painting the Past, Bringing Light to Health”

To shape creative minds and paint the spirit of Filipino culture, students from Grades 9 and 10 showcased their unique talents in bilao painting last August 8. Each masterpiece reflects the rich traditions and history of our lineage in relation to the celebration of the Language, History and Nutrition Month with the theme “Language, History and Health: Roots of Hope and Humble Service of an Ignacian Marian. ”

August 8, 2025

Credits to: The Marian

Following the recent heavy rains

and flooding that affected our school, St. Mary’s Academy has taken proactive steps to help prevent the spread of dengue. A cleaning drive, disinfection, and mosquito spraying were conducted within the campus to ensure a safer environment for our students and personnel.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Jose Quiroz, Sanitary Inspector of RHU I, for providing the necessary spraying solution to support our dengue prevention efforts.

Together, let’s keep our school community safe and healthy! #DenguePrevention

#SMACares

#SafeSchool

Balanced Living Starts Today!

On August 6, 2025, students gained valuable tips on health and success during the “Balanced Living: A Student Roadmap to Health and Success” lecture with Dr. Jennalyn M. Pinlac. This insightful event was part of the clinic’s Wellness Program and was made possible through the generous support of Alumni Batch 2001. As a token of appreciation, ballpens were given to the students who attended the session.

"Where 𝐧𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥 is, the people 𝒇𝒂𝒍𝒍: but in the 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬 there is 𝒔𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚." ⛪︎—𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒃𝒔 𝟏𝟏:𝟏𝟒 ゛

𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬, your 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 have been 𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅! Let us greet our 𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐬 as they fly down to take on the roles of 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 in the 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹'𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱.

𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐬 don't fall from the 𝐬𝐤𝐲 ⁀➴ sometimes, they're the ones who walk past you in the 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬.

They're the ones whose service 𝒇𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉ᯓ ✈︎, whose leadership is not 𝒇𝒍𝒂𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏—by 𝗚𝗼𝗱! † Through God 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 are made 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆ˎˊ˗ and through Him 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 are made ˗ˏˋ𝒓𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆. 𖹭

Leaders who 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚, 𝒈𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚🏃‍➡️, and 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚!

Credits to:

Pubmat Artist: Kristien Lana Bulacso & Teressa Denishe Malas

Caption Artist: Mary Margaret Carlos

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First Friday Mass

July 4 , 2025

STUDENT LEADERS FACE OFF IN BALITAKTAKAN 2025

June 27, 2025

Leadership, conviction, and wit took center stage at BALITAKTAKAN 2025: Tinig ng Pamunuan, Tinig ng Pag-asa, the much-awaited showcase of student leadership between the student council partylists of St. Mary’s Academy of Guagua, held on June 27, 2025. The program was hosted by the vibrant duo, Mr. Jean Dane Canlas and Ms. Elijah Hulssey Sebastian.

The event featured two partylists — LAGI and TUMALIMA — as they battled it out for the students' trust and votes, delivering their ideas and intentions with purpose and passion.

BALITAKTAKAN 2025 was divided into three rounds designed to challenge the candidates' leadership abilities. In the first round, they were given random leadership-related words and had only 30 seconds to define and explain them.

The second round brought them closer to the student body, as they answered real questions submitted by fellow Marians within a 40-second time frame. The final round upped the intensity as candidates responded to thought-provoking questions from the panelists: Mr. Christian Catacutan (Prefect of Students), Mr. Angelo Yumul (Student Activity Coordinator), and Shane Simon, former Student Council President of S.Y. 2023–2024.

To cap off the event, the presidential candidates were given two minutes to deliver their final pitches — passionate, persuasive messages aimed at winning the hearts of every Marian. BALITAKTAKAN 2025 turned the spotlight on future leaders who chose not to compete, but to stand — to represent, to speak, and to serve with meaning.

Credits to:

: Ma Arabella Nicola Columna

: Media Aces Club

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SMAG OBSERVES FEAST DAY OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS

June 27, 2025

The SMAG community observed the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on a cloudy Friday morning at the school's covered court.

The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a Catholic devotion that honors the physical heart of Jesus as a symbol of His divine love and mercy. It reminds the faithful of His enduring love for humanity.

During the solemn ceremony, Mr. Mark Francis Correa shared with the students the history of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The opening prayer was then led by S. Maria Marife Liezel Novino, RVM, and Mr. Hutch Napilisan.

Afterwards, the candle offering was led by the president of each class, followed by a flower offering by the selected students along with the serenade. The reading of the Holy Gospel was done by Mr. Warren Bitangjol.

Marking the end of the solemn celebration, S. Ma. Lorina A. Jumawan, RVM, together with S. Maria Marife Liezel Novino, RVM, led the closing prayer.

The SMAG community, with a renewed and deeper sense of faith, carried with them the enduring message of love and mercy embodied by the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Credits to:

: Audrey Jin Montemayor

: Media Aces Club

#TheMarian

Holy Spirit Mass

June 19, 2025

RECAP: With waves of color flaunting the school grounds, St. Mary's Academy of Guagua officially commenced its School Year 2025-2026 with the theme: “Ignacian Marians, Pilgrims of Hope: Rooted in Faith, Shining with Excellence, Serving in Hope".

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#TheMarian

June 17, 2025