The UP Office for Athletics and Sports Development organized PASiklaban 2026 — a sports festival celebrating the athletic spirit of UP employees and faculty, which ran from February to May 2026. The event featured badminton, basketball, table tennis, and track and field, with enthusiastic participation from faculty and administrative staff.
Representing the College of Home Economics in the badminton event, the team of Mr. Adrian Basilio, Asst. Prof. Antonio Palomeno Jr., and Mr. Lito Bengco proudly secured 1st Runner-Up honors.
Meanwhile, the CHE Basketball Team clinched 3rd Place in Bracket B, showcasing teamwork and determination. The roster included administrative staff: Paul de Gracia, Reggie Escanilla, Gale Gayanes, Carlos Oracion Jr., Jomari Sabalas, Mark Barbado, Christian Magaway, Bernard Brosas, Jaypee Balderas, Marte Novales, and Jerald Arcenal, as well as custodial workers and guard Raymond Manlungat, Jetro Bañares, and Dennis Garcia. They were also joined by Maui Dayao from the Chemical Engineering Department and Quezara Orio from the OVCCA, highlighting the collaborative spirit across UP units.
The CHE community looks forward to more events like PASiklaban, continuing to support and celebrate sports initiatives that foster camaraderie, wellness, and unity across the university.
Photos from: UP Office for Athletics and Sports Development
Photos from: Paul de Gracia