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Written by magnolia on 13 March 2010
Grapevine, Texas — Ghanaian challenger Joshua Clottey is still overweight.
The suspicion that Clottey was still overweight two days before the fight was confirmed when the Ghanaian fighter was spotted by Team Pacquiao member Roger Fernandez jogging at the convention hall while wearing a thermal suit for 45 minutes and then skipping rope.
Clottey was at that time accompanied by four other team mates. Roger narrated, “Masama ang tingin nila sa akin, pero hindi ako umalis (They threw dagger looks at me, but i didn’t leave.)”.
However, at the final press conference Wednesday, Clottey’s Chief trainer Lenny DeJesus claimed that Clottey had made the weight in his bid for Pacquiao’s World Boxing Organization welterweight crown.
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Written by magnolia on 07 February 2010
Held last January 30 -31 at the K of C Recreation Center, the Bohol Table Tennis open was participated by almost a hundred table tennis enthusiasts from around Bohol. The participants ranged from gradeschool to highschool students, and college students to professionals.
The tournament had 6 categories with three winners for each one. It was culminated by an amazing display of talent and skill during the Class A championship game played between trainer Victor “Bitoy” Causin and his student, Ivan Cagas.
The following are the participants who brought home the bacon:
A. Elementary Girls
1st placer: Jean Trisha Epe
2nd placer: Christine Malayao
3rd placer: Eunice Naomi Lubiano
B. Elementary Boys
1st placer: Ralph Christian Ociones
2nd placer: Nel Evander Bingcol
3rd placer: Rey Carlos Culpa
C. High School Girls
1st placer: Mikeejo Sires
2nd placer: Jacklyn Lantaca
3rd placer: Sweet Mae Pabe
D. High School Boys
1st placer: James Perlas
2nd placer: Maurello Petalcorin Jr.
3rd placer: Waldner Causin
E. Class B
1st placer: Geneson Balbin
2nd placer: Lowella Tirol
3rd placer: Inting Macalam
F. Class A
1st placer: Victor “Bitoy” Causin
2nd placer: Ivan Cagas
3rs placer: Reuel “Opong” Causin
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The Bohol Table Tennis Club and K of C Recreation Center would like to thank the following sponsors for the Bohol Table Tennis Open:
Ms. Alice Andan
Mr. and Mrs. Precious Andan
Ms. Jennylyn Balbin
Mr. Deo Butawan
Mr. Ivan Cagas
Capt. Renato Cagulada
Mr. Philippe Chew
PAT Salon
Mr. Julian Muir-Hardingue
Mr. Peter Namata
Mr. Allan Pernia
Engr. Roger Petalcorin
Dr. and Dra. Gideon Robillos
Mr. John Geesnell “Baba” Yap
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Written by magnolia on 07 February 2010
The 2nd Badminton Tourney of DDC and Growee Multivitamins plus Chlorella Growth Factor, in Partnership with Team Dan “Neri” Lim,
held a smashdown event in San Jose Badminton Court last January 29-31, 2010, with the championship game held in BQ Mall Atrium. The 3-day tournament was highly participated by 120 players from the different badminton clubs in Cebu, Dumaguete and Bohol. The White Feathers Club of Cebu grabbed most of the major prizes followed by the Supreme Badminton Club of Bohol and players from the University of Visayas and University of San Jose Recolletos. An exhibition game for men’s doubles open was participated by players from UV and USJR. The highlight of the event was the Mixed Doubles Open category and the exhibition games. Players received cash prizes from Tropang Growee and gift packs from Bohol Bee Farm.
The following emerged as winners:
Women’s Doubles Class E
Winner: Shirley Teh and Isah Salise
1st Runner-up: Mimi Jumamoy and Julie Campos
Men’s Doubles Class C
Winner: Roger Carbo and Kevin Bergantin
1st Runner-up: Jed Cagulada and Reymark Go
Men’s Doubles Class D
Winner: EJ Arquillano and JR Bergantin
1st Runner-up: Levi Isoto and Mark Sacol
Men’s Doubles Class E
Winner: Jun-jun Cubero and Stephen Cortes
1st Runner-up: Rodel Rapista and Reggel Estrado
Men’s Doubles Class F
Winner: Dennis Saco and Mark Nicolau
1st Runner up: Thomas Dasmarinas and Glenn Doloritos
Mixed Doubles Open
Winner: Clint Armamento and July Marata
1st Runner-up: Jed Sumalinog and Caryl Calloga
Mixed Doubles Class C
Winner: Mitong Karaan and Loverly Magallano
1st Runner-up: Mark Bergantin and Sam Erivesa
Mixed Doubles Class D
Winner: Jude Morales and Loverly Magallano
1st Runner-up: Dr. Jonathan Petalcorin and Yerha Silawan
Mixed Doubles Class E
Winner: Dax Dacalos and Rochelle Cababan
1st Runner-up: Candido Cagande and Arlene Cagande
The Supreme Badminton Club of Tagbilaran and the Organizers of this tournamnet would like to thank the following Major and minor sponsors:
Bohol Bee Farm, Grandtek Shop, Acumedic Massage and Spa, Alona Kew White Beach Resort – Mr. Willy Flores, Jojies’s Painitang Bol-anon, Labb Construction, White Ducks Jeans, DuEkSam, Coca Cola Bottlers Inc., Auza.Net., NF Transport, Mr. John Geesnell”Baba” Yap, Mr. Jeffrey Yap, Cong. Adam Jala, , Mr. Loloy Uy, and Ms. Sugar Quinones.
CCM Construction, Sagbayan Farm, Agua Vida, City Pharmacy, Diccion Electronics, Dunkin Donuts, Councilor BJ Udtohan, Councilor Jaja Jumamoy, Dr. Eumere Malalis, Mr. Jonas Inting, Mr. Herbert Malmis, Mr. Erwin Bacquial, Atty. Popot Marapao, Mr. Boy Tabel and Ms. Tess Limbo.
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Written by magnolia on 01 February 2010
Agence France Press
First posted: 12:40:00;02/01/2010
LOS ANGELES, California, United States—Taylor Swift’s “Fearless” won the Album of the Year Award at the 52nd Grammy Awards here Sunday.
The young country singer’s album beat out competition from Beyonce, the Black Eyed Peas, Lady Gaga, and the Dave Matthews Band.
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Written by magnolia on 20 January 2010
from: the Asscociated Press
MOTION PICTURES:
_Picture, Drama: “Avatar.”
_Picture, Musical or Comedy: “The Hangover.”
_Actor, Drama: Jeff Bridges, “Crazy Heart.”
_Actress, Drama: Sandra Bullock, “The Blind Side.”
_Director: James Cameron, “Avatar.”
_Actor, Musical or Comedy: Robert Downey Jr., “Sherlock Holmes.”
_Actress, Musical or Comedy: Meryl Streep, “Julie & Julia.”
_Supporting Actor: Christoph Waltz, “Inglourious Basterds.”
_Supporting Actress: Mo’Nique, “Precious: Based on the Novel `Push’ by Sapphire.”
_Foreign Language: “The White Ribbon.”
_Animated Film: “Up.”
_Screenplay: Jason Reitman and Sheldon Turner, “Up in the Air.”
_Original Score: Michael Giacchino, “Up.”
_Original Song: “The Weary Kind” (theme from “Crazy Heart”), (written by Ryan Bingham, T Bone Burnett).
TELEVISION:
_Series, Drama: “Mad Men,” AMC.
_Actor, Drama: Michael C. Hall, “Dexter.”
_Actress, Drama: Julianna Margulies, “The Good Wife.”
_Series, Musical or Comedy: “Glee,” Fox.
_Actor, Musical or Comedy: Alec Baldwin, “30 Rock.”
_Actress, Musical or Comedy: Toni Collette, “United States of Tara.”
_Miniseries or Movie: “Grey Gardens,” HBO.
_Actor, Miniseries or Movie: Kevin Bacon, “Taking Chance.”
_Actress, Miniseries or Movie: Drew Barrymore, “Grey Gardens.”
_Supporting Actor, Series, Miniseries or Movie: John Lithgow, “Dexter.”
_Supporting Actress, Series, Miniseries or Movie: Chloe Sevigny, “Big Love.”
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PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED
Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award: Martin Scorsese.
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Written by magnolia on 20 January 2010
AVATAR -- another top grossing film by Director James Cameron
Los Angeles — Science-fiction epic “Avatar” boomed way past the $500-million mark at the North American box office this weekend, pushing its way towards an all-time record.
Box office tracker Exhibitor Relations said James Cameron’s groundbreaking 3-D spectacular added to its haul over the four-day Martin Luther King Holiday weekend with another $54.4 million.
In North Amerca, the movie has earned 504.9 million dollars in only 32 days, and is now 3rd to 2008 Batman sequel “The Dark Knight” ($533.3 million) and “Titanic” ($600.8 million).
“The records are starting to look inevitable now – Cameron will end up sinking his own ship,” quipped Exhibitor Relations chief analyst Jeff Bock in reference to “Avatar’s” pursuit of “Titanic.”
The box office numbers have moved beyond the usual demographics. People who would never normally go to see a science fiction film or a film in 3-D are going to see ‘Avatar’ because they want to be part of the conversation.
“And it is also attracting repeat business — people going to see it two, three, four or five times. That is extremely unusual for a film released outside the summer season.”
This weekend’s stellar performance came as “Avatar” celebrated its best drama and best director accolades at Sunday’s Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, confirming the film’s status as an Oscars front-runner.
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Written by anyajulia on 17 August 2009
Nonito Donaire defeated Rafael Concepcion on Saturday night(Sunday morning here) to take the WBA interim title in his super flyweight debut. Judge Max De Luca scored the fight 117-111, Duane Ford had it 115-113, and Jerry Roth called it 116-112; letting Donaire win by Unanimous Decision.
Concepcion, who earned the respect of the crowd for going the distance, weighed in four pounds over the 115-pound limit, a violation that cost him 20 percent of his $65,000 purse. Even with a win, he wouldn’t have been awarded the championship.
During the fight, Donaire even hurt his right hand landing an upper cut in the early round. “But no matter how messed up or sprained it was, I am here to fight,” he said.
On the undercard, Steven Luevano retained his WBO featherweight title after being floored by challenger Bernabe Concepcion following the seventh round bell. Concepcion, who was trailing on two of the three judges’ scorecards, was disqualified. Mark Mellligen defeated Ernesto Zepeda via 4th round TKO, 2:40. And Anthony Peterson defeated Luis Arceo via Unanimous Decision for 10 Rounds.
Sources:
http://sports.espn.go.com/sports/boxing/news/story?id=4402141
http://tomtacks.blogspot.com/2009/08/donaire-vs-concepcion-live-fight.html
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Written by anyajulia on 02 May 2009
Twelve candidates showcased their talents, wits, and beauty in the Miss Tagbilaran 2009 Pageant held at the Bohol Cultural Center last April 29, 2009 : Meshellane Real Jade Cajels (Budz & Bags), Mary Paulaine Magallanes (Cogon), Daisy Jean Quilicot (CVSCAFT), Manami Liezel Sobrapas (Dampas), Charlene Ruiz (Dao), Jane de la Serna (Fern-C), Mary Ann Piquero (Grand Luis Lodge), Michelle Ann Edaño (Image Marketing), Mary Grace Torres (JJ’s Dimsum and Seafoods), Loraine Recio (Mansasa), Odessa Mae Castano (Poblacion 3), and Jenny Tatoy (Ubujan).
The event started with the candidates parading in their Festival Costume. It was then followed by the Swimsuit Portion, Talent then the Evening Gown Portion with the Special Awards inserted in between.
The Awardees were Michelle Ann Edaño for Aldea Smile and Best in Interview; Odessa Mae Castano for Aldea Image Model and Best in Talent; Mary Paulaine Magallanes for Aldea Photogenic and Best in Evening Gown; Manami Liezel Sobrabas for Best in Festival Costume; Daisy Jean Quilicot for Best in Swimsuit; and Charlene Ruiz for Miss Friendship.
Afterwards, the Top 5 candidates were announced : # 10 Manami Liezel Sobrapas, # 5 Mary Paulaine Magallanes, # 7 Meshellane Real Jade Cajels, # 4 Odessa Mae Castano; and # 8 Daisy Jean Quilicot. They were interviewed from which the Top 3 were chosen : Magallanes, Quilicot, and Cajels.
The Top 3 candidates were then asked for the final question, after which the titles were announced. Candidate # 5 Mary Paulaine Magallanes was 2nd Runner-up while Candidate # 7 Meshellane Real Jade Cajels was 1st Runner-up. And Candidate # 8 Daisy Jean Quilicot was crowned as Miss Tagbilaran 2009.
Photos and Videos will be available soon.
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Written by anyajulia on 09 February 2009
The 24 candidates for Binibining Pilipinas 2009 have been introduced to the media. And one of them is Boholano beauty, Rich Asuncion.
Rich is an actress for the GMA tv station, and if you remember, was princess of the talent search Startruck Season 4.
In the pageant, Rich used her real name which is Richell Angalot.
“I truly believe in my self. Hindi ako pumunta rito na bara-bara lang. I prepared for this, gumagawa ako ng paraan para maging okey ako sa competition,” says Rich in an interview by GMA news 24 Oras.
The Grand Coronation Night of Bb. Pilipinas will take place on March 7.
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Written by anyajulia on 03 February 2009
The Southwestern University will award Manny Pacquaio a degree Doctorate in Human Kinetics, “Honoris Causa.” This was officially announced by the University’s administration, on which the conferment will be done on February 18, 2009.
“Honoris causa” is a Latin phrase which means “for the sake of the honor” and it is an academic degree conferred by a university in which the usual requirements such as matriculation, residence, lessons and the passing of examinations are waived. Usually the degree is conferred as a way of honoring a distinguished person’s contributions to a specific field of endeavor or to the society in general. The university often derives benefits by association and alliance with the person being honored.
Human Kinetics is a study on sports, fitness and health. It aims to provide a dynamic environment that supports academic excellence in sports, recreation and physical activity through inspired teaching, creative research and meaningful achievements.
Pacquiao has practiced the general learning in Human Kinetics in his quest for glory in the world boxing arena, beating top fighters such as Oscar de la Hoya, Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera and Juan Manuel Marquez.
The theory which was always associated with the usual studying and learning procedures was converted into practical means. And the practical way was transformed into winning forms that makes him the number one boxer of the world.
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Written by anyajulia on 09 December 2008
The music scene here in Bohol have certainly evolved. From listening only to foreign bands in the past, Boholanos are now enjoying not just national bands but locally as well. Evidence of this is the growing numbers of local bands here like Bang!Bang!, Brownbuds, Estranghero, Suitcase 101, etc.
Suitcase101 and Bang!Bang! even have albums now. The former having released their latest album recently on November 14, 2008 at the Coralandia Restaurant while the latter’s album, UNO is now available for P75 at the SoundGarage, KISS FM or Tachycardia.
Other latest updates are:
Bang!Bang!’s tour Tubigon on December 20, 2008. The event is presented by Mater Dei College and organized by Central Sense.
D’Cruisers band is in the final stages in the recording of their first indie album.
For more news and updates, click here.
Tags: Bohol, music scene
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