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                                            3rd CEAP Sibugay Games kicks off with a colorful opening ceremony 
The 3rd Catholic Education Association of the Philippines (CEAP) Sibugay Games officially commenced on Friday Oct 10 2025, held at Marian College Inc. (MCI), under the theme 'Living Synodality as Pilgrims of Hope,' it brought together delegates from various schools, showing their sportsmanship, teamwork and Catholic values.
The grand opening ceremony featured a parade of colors by the participating schools, including Loyola High School, Inc., Marcelo Spinola School, Inc., St. Paul School of Buug and Xavier High School of Mabuhay, Inc. 
The Marian College Music Ensemble led the opening prayer while the national anthem was performed by the MCME Vocalists, followed by a performance of Marian College Dance Troop (MCDT).
In her welcoming remarks, Elizabeth C. Espiritu emphasized the "games is more than just a competition — it's the journey shared among brothers and sisters gathered as one community," sharing faith and hope with a Catholic identity and to reflect on the theme.
The oath of sportsmanship was led by Warren Keith Catiil while Teachie M. Guiret took oath for the officiating officials followed by lighting of the torch, with one representative per school.
Fr. Carlito Gemina, Superintendent of the Diocese of Ipil Association of Catholic Schools, led the declaration of the official opening for CEAP Provincial Games 2025.
"Good afternoon to all Catholic schools of Diocese in Ipil, I welcome you all to the support of CEAP Sibugay Games, and I officially declare these Sibugay Games Open! " He said.
Moreover, Hon. Ramses Troy Olegario, Municipal Mayor of Ipil, delivered an inspirational message for the young athletes coming from different Catholic schools.
"Sports teaches us valuable lessons: preserverance, teamwork,unity and delivering catholic values and faith—it reminds us learning values is important over winning medals or trophies" the mayor said.
The opening ceremony continued with a saludo presentation showcasing the unity and pride of the five schools: XHSMI, MSSI, SPSBI, LHS and MCI - proudly representing their institution.
Despite a tight schedule, Vice Governor Richard Olegario came to inspire student athletes and be with them in this gathering of Catholic schools and highlight the importance of opportunities than winning medals or trophies —but learning values.
The ceremony ended with community dance; CEAP Hymn led by SPSBI and after this program the games starts 6:00 onwards Oct 10, 2025 until Oct 13, 2025.
The 3rd CEAP Sibugay Games promises to be an exciting celebration of faith, spirit of sportsmanship, teamwork and healthy competitions, with student athletes commiting excellence in the various competition 
Article by Lance Coleto
Proofread by Jenhard Villegas