07/10/2025
Journal Entry #01 | 2nd Year, 2025
𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥: 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓; 𝐁𝐒𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬
The sound of cheers echoed through the campus as the much-awaited Intramurals 2025 unfolded at Bicol University last October 1–3. For three days, the grounds transformed into a vibrant arena of passion, grit, and sportsmanship. Among the spirited competitors stood twelve determined students from BSIT Animation 2, representing the Computer Studies Department (CSD)with pride—each ready to carry their colors high and make their mark.
The games began with focus and strategy on day one, as Kenneth Morco and Ginnelle Borlagdan opened the competition in chess. For two days, they battled not just opponents across the board but also the ticking clock and their own nerves. Their perseverance paid off—Borlagdan clinched silver in the women’s individual category and gold in the team event, while Morco earned silver in the men’s team division. It was a quiet yet powerful start that set the tone for the rest of the competition.
As the sun rose on the second day, the campus pulsed with energy. The athletics field became a stage of sweat and speed, where every stride and throw carried the hopes of their department. Maria Princess Shaira Benitez opened with the 100-meter dash, finishing fourth in a thrilling race. Soon after, the javelin throw brought more excitement—Sylvester Dolorito and John Raymund Mendoza fought hard for the men’s division, while Trina Shanelle Vargas dominated the women’s event, hurling her way to a commanding gold.
The momentum didn’t stop there. In shot put, Vargas added another gold to her name, while King Carlos Retis placed eighth in the men’s division. Then came the long jump—a true showcase of determination. Mark Anthony Millare soared to gold in the men’s division, while Benitez mirrored her success in the women’s, securing her first gold. Francine Phoemela Binaday proudly took bronze, followed closely by Elaine Rada. The triple jump sealed the athletics triumph, with Millare and Benitez leaping to gold once more in men's and women's respectively, and Rada claiming third in women's despite a foul attempt.
Beyond the tracks, the energy continued to rise. On the court, Sophia Marie Sabater led the CSD volleyball team with focus and fire, steering them through decisive wins that earned a place in the semifinals. Over at the gymnasium, Mary Joy Bobis showed agility and precision in table tennis, capturing silver for the department alongside her partner.
As the final day arrived, fatigue mixed with pride. Though the CSD volleyball team faced tough losses and narrowly missed a podium finish, their resilience never wavered—each serve, block, and spike spoke of teamwork and heart.
When the dust finally settled and the medals were tallied, the Computer Studies Department emerged as overall champion once again—securing back-to-back titles with an impressive total of 12 golds, 7 silvers, and 5 bronzes. Contributing to this victory, the BSIT Animation 2 delegation proudly delivered 7 golds, 3 silvers, and 2 bronzes, proving that unity and determination can indeed turn the tide of competition.
Their stellar performances didn’t just shine within the department—they also earned spots in the Bicol University Olympics this late October 2025. Representing the Bicol University Polangui are Mark Anthony Millare (men's long jump, triple jump, and 110m hurdles), King Carlos Retis (men's javelin throw, shot put), Maria Princess Shaira Benitez (women's long and triple jump), Ginnelle Borlagdan (women's chess), Sophia Marie Sabater (women's volleyball), and Trina Shanelle Vargas (discuss, javelin throw, shot put, and softball).
Although swimming wasn’t part of this year’s Intramurals because of the lack of facilities, Aldred Lee Prollamante and Rein Jasmine Sabater still secured spots in the Bicol University Olympics, proving their dedication to the sport runs deeper than the water itself.
Despite facing communication challenges along the way, the department never allowed these obstacles to break their spirit. Instead, it fueled their resolve to move as one—to cheer louder, play harder, and lift each other higher. Their journey throughout the Intramurals was not just about medals won, but about bonds strengthened and lessons learned.
In the end, it wasn’t just a victory for CSD—it was a defining moment for BSIT Animation 2. With every challenge faced and every idea brought to life, they proved that when passion meets purpose, even the toughest scenes can turn into masterpieces.
📸: The Inditers, Everyday Angle
