By Zem Ellica |
The Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) secondary women's volleyball team celebrates winning the CEAP Mindanao Games 2023 silver medal at Ateneo de Davao University along Roxas Avenue, Davao City recently. (Graphics and photos are captured and made by SAMAHAN Creative Team, Ateneo Photographers' Society, and Kaanyag Arts from Ateneo de Davao University)
Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) Blue Knights stumbled against their rivals, the Notre Dame of Dadiangas University (NDDU) Kingfishers; failing to claim the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) Mindanao Games 2023 championship titles in Volleyball for both men’s and women’s higher and basic education categories last April 18-21, 2023, at the Martin Hall in Ateneo de Davao University - Jacinto Campus.
NDDU Kingfishers came up big as they snagged podium finishes in both basic education categories and women’s division in higher education. They were followed closely by ADDU Blue Knights, who tallied a total of three medals—with two silver in both categories of basic education and one bronze in the women's division of higher education.
Meanwhile, Cor Jesu College (CJC) Red Lions spiked to the lone crown in the men’s division and one silver in the women’s division of higher education.
With skillful supervision of their bodies and the ball, each team faced off against another, attempting to block every attack and pummel the ball to the opposite side of the court. Players struck at every opportunity and tried their best to bypass faults while keeping the ball alive. Coaches at the side benches were held on the edge of their seats as the games transpired, roaring at every point for their team and lamenting the scores that went to the foe. Referees were nimble and keen on spotting every move of the dauntless team members, while reserve players were alert for a signal indicating their turn to play.
Over four days, games took place to test the teams and narrow the list to the most formidable competitors. Every team displayed an applause-worthy performance in the events, but there will always be a victor in every battle. The list of successful teams in the CEAP Volleyball 2023 bout is as follows:
CATEGORY | GOLD | SILVER | BRONZE |
Basic Education - Men's Division | Notre Dame of Dadiangas University | Ateneo de Davao University | University of the Immaculate Conception |
Basic Education - Women's Division | Notre Dame of Dadiangas University | Ateneo de Davao University | Claret School of Zamboanga City |
Higher Education - Men's Division | Cor Jesu College | Notre Dame of Midsayap College | Holy Cross of Davao College |
Higher Education - Women's Division | Notre Dame of Dadiangas University | Cor Jesu College | Ateneo de Davao University |
With every spike, block, and toss, a character is formed for a greater Mindanao. The intensity inside the venue as the ball is thrown from one side of the net to the other remains ringing in their ears as a reminder that the great aim of a game is not victory but evolution.
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