DLSZ Triathlon Team Opens 2026 Season with Back-to-Back Wins in Triathlon Events

Congratulations to the De La Salle Santiago Zobel (DLSZ) Triathlon Team for delivering an impressive performance in two (2) consecutive competitions —the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) held on February 21–22 and the Pho3nix Kids Philippines Race Leg 1  (Subic Bay Multisport Festival) on February 26-27 in Subic, Zambales.

Demonstrating the Lasallian core values of Faith, Service, and Communion in Mission, the student-athletes competed with determination, discipline, and sportsmanship while proudly carrying the green and white.

Kurt recorded a total race time of 29:31-  6:20 swim, 16:26 bike, 6:45 run, showing consistent speed and endurance across all three legs of the race.

Jairus’ impressive effort earned him a total time of 1:04:42 – 13:56 swim, 30:11 bike, 19:53 run, proving his ability to sustain top performance across all segments.

Dirk’s total time of 1:04:42- 15:45 swim, 30:18 bike, 18:27 run, reflected both speed and endurance throughout the race.

Diego’s total time of 36:51- 11:40 swim,10:53 bike, 14:18 run, reflected his consistent effort and dominance throughout the race.

Team Captain Caleb’s total time of 39:00- 11:17 swim, 10:53 bike, 16:50 run, demonstrated his consistency and competitiveness throughout the race.

Ice’s total time of 33:26- 8:21 swim, 11:09 bike, 13:56 run showcased his endurance and ability to maintain pace throughout the race. 

Additionally, DLSZ also acknowledges the participation of Joan Bae (DLSZ 2029) for securing the champion title in the Sundown Aquathlon held on February 14, 2026, at Vermosa Sports Hub, Imus, Cavite

National Age Group Subic 2026 Finishers:

Sprint Male 16-19

Eziequel John Estedola (DLSZ 2028)

Matt David Morales (DLSZ 2028)

Inigo Sebastian Souza (DLSZ 2028)

Joaquin Diego Villaflor (DLSZ 2028)

Sprint Female 16-19

Makayla Antoinette Reyes (DLSZ 2028)

Super Tri Kids Boys 11-12

Klaicent Vernon Pring (DLSZ 2034)

Super Tri Kids Girls 11-12

Anika Soleia Dalit (DLSZ 2032)
Luna Anika Villaflor (DLSZ 2033)

Pho3nix Kids Philippines Race Leg 1 Finisher:

Advanced Triathlon Girls 12-13

Luna Anika Villaflor (DLSZ 2033)

Subic Bay Multisport Festival- Sprint Duathlon

Louis Prince Pagay (DLSZ 2027)

from left: Coach Noel Salvador, Dirk Riley Ron Guyala, Jairus Miguel Mejia, Oliver Kurt Alingarog, Klaicent Vernon Pring, Joaquin Diego Villaflor, Tayshawn Caleb Carlos

Beyond the podium finishes, the races highlighted the DLSZ Triathlon Team’s growing strength and unity. Each athlete showed resilience in the swim, bike, and run while supporting one another.

Under the guidance of Coach Noel Salvador, the team continues to grow in skill and character, proving that dedication and heart can help the student-athletes overcome any challenge. Animo La Salle!

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