CSU Arnis hauls 29 medals in PEKAF Mindanao tilt
Caraga State University’s Arnis Team made a powerful statement in the Philippine Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (PEKAF) Mindanao Qualifying Tournament held at UP Mindanao, Davao City, on November 21–23, 2025. Golden Paddlers displayed dominance across multiple events, finishing with an impressive 29-medal haul: 12 gold, 8 silver, and 9 bronze. The outstanding performance earned several athletes a coveted spot in the Battle of Champions set for March 2026 in Tagaytay City, where Mindanao’s finest will compete on the national stage.
The overall medal tally records a total of 12 gold, 8 silver, and 9 bronze medals earned across all events. Of these, the men’s division contributed 5 gold, 6 silver, and 4 bronze medals, while the women’s division secured 7 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze medals.
Below are the specific events, players, and medals:
Seniors Division (18–39 y/o)
Traditional – Single Weapon
Men: Michael John Magno – Gold
Women: Kristine Pecatoste – Gold
Traditional – Double Weapon
Men: JayJade Babor – Gold
Women: Kristine Pecatoste – Silver
Non-Traditional – Single Weapon
Men: Michael John Magno – Gold
Women: Rian Jary Artajo – Gold
Non-Traditional – Double Weapon
Men: Aaron Oliver Sacurom – Silver
Women: Rian Jary Artajo – Silver
Juniors Division (16–17 y/o)
Traditional
Single Weapon: Rayven Maratas – Gold
Double Weapon: Rayven Maratas – Silver
Combative Events – Men (Senior Division)
Padded Point
Flyweight: Achiles Melecio – Silver
Bantamweight: Clent Ulysses Sumayo – Bronze
Lightweight: Aaron Oliver Sacurom – Bronze
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Flyweight: Harvey Karl Mausia – Silver
Bantamweight: Kevin John Maratas – Silver
Featherweight: Ari Alexander Santiago – Silver
Light Welterweight: Keith Adrian Guday – Bronze
Light Middleweight: Gerald John Mesa – Bronze
Cruiserweight: Ed John Lee Quilaman – Gold
Women’s Division (Senior)
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Fin Weight: Whelmarie Limot – Gold
Bantamweight: Danica Sacurom – Bronze
Lightweight: Yasmien Salaum – Bronze
Welterweight: Zandy Mae Caingles – Gold
Middleweight: Juliana Marie Rebus¬tillo – Gold
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Fin Weight: Whelmarie Limot – Gold
Light Welterweight: Avegael Deocampo – Bronze
Welterweight: Zandy Mae Caingles – Bronze
Middleweight: Juliana Marie Re¬bustillo – Gold
CSU’s strong finish highlights the university’s growing reputation in the sport of Arnis. With multiple gold medalists and standout performances from both men and women, the team is poised for an exciting campaign in the national Battle of Champions. The CSU community celebrates this milestone and extends full support as the athletes prepare for their next challenge. Congratulations, Golden Paddlers. Bugsay!
