STUDENT-athletes of Amputi Layag Archery Club of San Carlos City showcased their shooting skills during the Qualifying Tournament in Archery for the Batang Pinoy National Finals, held at Turac National High School in San Carlos City on October 1.

The team will see action in the inaugural Batang Pinoy National Championships scheduled on November 23 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

The provincial selection tournaments drew some 20 archers from Tayug, Urdaneta City, and San Carlos City.

Among the young archers set to represent Pangasinan in the nationals are Russel Piano of Coliling Elementary School (U13 Boys), Markeexia Maiquez of Turac Elementary School (U13 Girls), Xavier Poquiz of Turac National High School (U15 Boys), Leila Jell Cano of VMUF Special Science High School (U15 Girls), Benedict Rosario of Speaker Eugenio Perez Agricultural School (U18 Boys), and Yohance Poquiz of Turac National High School (U18 Boys).

Federico Lopez Jr., head coach of Amputi Layag Archery Club, said the team’s preparation was focused on accuracy and precision shooting drills, arrow drawing, and physical endurance training.

“Their hardwork and determination in training showed that they’re eager to compete and win, and as we prepare in this year’s edition of Batang Pinoy, I advised them to have fun and seize the moment,” he said. (Kim Gealogo)

Share your Comments or Reactions

comments

Powered by Facebook Comments