By Mikee Natinga Norico

Coach Alan Diasnes proudly holds the championship trophy as the CPU Golden Lions Taekwondo team emerges victorious in both Poomsae and Kyorugi categories.

The Central Philippine University (CPU) Golden Lions showcased their incredible skills and competitive spirit at the 2024 Regional Inter-school Taekwondo Championships held at the Guimbal Municipal Covered Gym on September 28, 2024. The CPU Taekwondo team, also known as the A-Team Jins, brought home multiple championships and individual medals, establishing themselves as a dominant force in the region.

CPU emerged as the Overall Champion in both Poomsae and Kyorugi categories, securing the prestigious Best Performing School award. With their passion and dedication, the CPU Golden Lions represented their alma mater proudly, proving that hard work and discipline are the keys to success.

Poomsae Category:
Seniors Male:
• Gold: Alfie Diasnes
• Silver: Almar Diasnes
• Bronze: Xandrew Refugio

Seniors Female:
• Gold: Lavignie Marasigan

Juniors Male:
• Gold: Justine James Diasnes
• Silver: Lansil Brotarlo

Juniors Female:
• Gold: Jasmine Kaye Badoles
• Gold: Keashinemarie Tanguan
• Silver: Hannah Cruz

Grade School Male:
• Bronze: Radek Divinagracia
• Bronze: Mier Rubidy
• Bronze: Charles Imperial

Grade School Female:
• Bronze: Allyza Pasol
• Bronze: Aisha Payopilin

Kyorugi Category:
Juniors Male:
• Gold: Cy Espinoza
• Gold: Carl Tanagon
• Gold: Justine James Diasnes
• Gold: John Mark Mamar
• Gold: Kyle Chin

Juniors Female:
• Gold: Hannah Dello
• Gold: Noelle Alim
• Gold: Carla Habana
• Gold: Sheine De Asis
• Silver: Ashley Dello
• Silver: Tanya Gustilo

Cadet Male:
• Gold: Art Tanagon
• Gold: Rufino Barrato
• Gold: Klievin Palma
• Gold: Jhei Pornel
• Silver: Alken Amada

Cadet Female:
• Silver: Raine Divinagracia
• Silver: Klyzsa Chin

Grade School Male:
• Silver: Mier Rubidy
• Bronze: Charles Imperial

The athletes’ exceptional performances in both Poomsae and Kyorugi reflect their commitment and dedication to their training. The CPU Golden Lions once again proved their prowess on the mats, earning recognition not only for individual performances but also for their teamwork and unity.

Congratulations to all the A-Team Jins on your hard-earned success! The CPU community stands proud of your outstanding achievements.