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DLSZ Triathlon Team: Back-to-Back Podium Victories at 2024 Pho3nix Kids and 2024 Atleta Ako Aquathlon

L to R: Coach Noel Salvador, Gabrielle Bawalan, Gabrielle Vera Guevara, Oliver Kurt Alingarog, Enrique Jose De La Rosa, Zarina, Klaicent Vernon Pring
L to R: Enrique Jose De La Rosa, Zarina Gabrielle Bawalan, Oliver Kurt Alingarog, Gabrielle Vera Guevara

Congratulations to our DLSZ Triathletes for their remarkable podium finishes at the Pho3nix Kids Finale held on November 30, 2024, at the Fontana Leisure Park in Clark Freeport, Pampanga, and the Atleta Ako Aquathlon on December 1, 2024, at Vermosa Sports Hub in Imus, Cavite.

Under the expert guidance of DLSZ Triathlon Coach Noel Salvador, the team delivered stellar performances, achieving podium streaks and setting impressive race records.

Oliver Kurt Alingarog (DLSZ 2032)

  • Champion, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advance Triathlon 10-11 Category Male
  • Champion, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 9-10 Category

Kurt secured a back-to-back Champion streak with stellar performances in both races. At the Pho3nix Kids Philippines, he clocked a total time of 26:04 for the triathlon, achieving the fastest swim split (2:46/100m pace), fastest bike split (22.95 kph), and fastest run split (4:57 min/km) in his age category. His split times included a 200m swim in 5:33, a 5km bike ride in 13:05, and a 1.5km run in 7:25, proving his dominance across all disciplines.

The next morning at the Atleta Ako Aquathlon, Kurt once again emerged victorious, finishing with a total time of 8:49. His 200m swim time of 3:55 (1:57/100m pace) and 1km run time of 4:54 (4:54 min/km) earned him the fastest run split in his category, marking another outstanding performance.

Gabrielle Vera Guevara, Team Captain (DLSZ 2024)

  • Champion, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 16-17 Category Female
  • 1st Runner-Up, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Female 15-17 Category

Vera continued her impressive podium streak, starting with a Champion finish at the Pho3nix Kids Philippines. She completed the race in 51:25, with a 400m swim in 10:18 (2:34/100m pace), a 10km bike ride in 23:50 (25.18 kph), and a 3km run in 17:17 (5:45 min/km), also achieving the fastest bike split in her age group.

The following day, she claimed the 1st Runner-Up position at the Atleta Ako Aquathlon. Vera delivered a total time of 39:09, completing a 500m swim in 10:36 (2:07/100m pace) and a 5km run in 28:33 (5:43 min/km). Her resilience and consistency across two grueling days of competition are truly commendable.

Zarina Gabrielle Bawalan (DLSZ 2024)

  • 1st Runner-Up, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 16-17 Category Female
  • Champion, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Female 15-17 Category

Zarina delivered a remarkable podium streak with consistent results across two competitions. At the Pho3nix Kids Philippines, she completed the triathlon in 52:02, with a 400m swim in 10:24 (2:36/100m pace), a 10km bike ride in 25:54 (23.15 kph), and a 3km run in 15:44 (5:14 min/km).

The day after, Zarina claimed the Champion title at the Atleta Ako Aquathlon, clocking in at 35:27. Her 500m swim of 10:34 (2:07/100m pace) and 5km run of 24:53 (4:59 min/km) showcased her versatility, earning her the fastest run split in her age category.

Enrique De La Rosa (DLSZ 2034)

  • 1st Runner-Up, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 8-9 Category Male
  • Champion, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 5-8 Category

Enrique proved himself a fierce competitor, securing a podium finish at Pho3nix Kids Philippines with a total time of 22:25, including a 100m swim in 4:31 (4:31/100m pace), a 3km bike ride in 12:23 (14.55 kph), and an 800m run in 5:31 (6:54 min/km). His performance earned him the fastest bike split in his age group.

At the Atleta Ako Aquathlon, Enrique claimed the Champion title with a stellar time of 8:21, achieving a 100m swim in 2:25 (2:25/100m pace) and a 1km run in 5:57 (5:57 min/km), along with the fastest run split in his age group.

Klaicent Vernon Pring – Debut Triathlon Race (DLSZ 2034)

  • 2nd Runner-Up, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 8-9 Category Male
  • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 9-10 Category

In his debut race, Ice showed incredible promise by securing a podium finish at the Pho3nix Kids Philippines with a time of 29:45, completing a 100m swim in 6:33 (6:33/100m pace), a 3km bike ride in 14:45 (12.21 kph), and an 800m run in 8:27 (10:34 min/km). 

At the Atleta Ako Aquathlon, Ice displayed determination, crossing the finish line with a solid performance as a race finisher.

L to R, 1st row: Klaicent Vernon Pring, Zarina Gabrielle Bawalan, Oliver Kurt Alingarog, Enrique Jose De La Rosa, Gabrielle Vera Guevara, 
2nd row: Iñigo Mateo David, Jairus Miguel Mejia, Dirk Riley Ron Guyal, Joaquin Diego Villaflor, Joanne Bae, Inigo Sebastian Souza, Tayshawn Caleb Carlos

Acknowledging a Strong and Solid Effort

We extend our congratulations to the following athletes for their exceptional determination and performance:

  • Javier Alejandro Asuncion Cuyno (DLSZ 2024) 
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Duathlon 16-17 Category Male
  • Dirk Riley Ron Guyala (DLSZ 2025)
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 15-17 Category
  • Jaime Santino Cuyno (DLSZ 2027) 
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Duathlon 14-15 Category Male
  • Avelino Miguel Souza (DLSZ 2027) 
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 16-17 Category Male
  • Tayshawn Caleb Carlos (DLSZ 2027) 
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 14-15 Category Male
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 15-17 Category
  • Inigo Sebastian Souza (DLSZ 2028)
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 14-15 Category Male
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 13-14 Category
  • Joaquin Diego Villaflor (DLSZ 2028)
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 14-15 Category Male
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 13-14 Category
  • Jairus Miguel Mejia (DLSZ 2028)
    • Finisher, Pho3nix Kids Philippines Advanced Triathlon 14-15 Category Male
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 13-14 Category
  • Iñigo Mateo David (DLSZ 2028) 
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Male 13-14 Category
  • Joanne Bae (DLSZ 2029) 
    • Finisher, Atleta Ako Aquathlon Female 13-14 Category

Animo La Salle!

Reference: 2024 Pho3nix Kids Finale
2024 Atleta Ako Aquathoon Race

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