Jayson Tubid

Jayson Tubid

BOWLING

Jayson began bowling when he was 10 years old – he fell in love with the sport when he was brought to the bowling alley to celebrate a win in his basketball game.  He holds the record for the youngest perfect gamer in the Philippines which he earned at 12 years old, he was number 1 in the Qualifying and Master’s Champion in the Bevida Storm International Challenge, and won the Singles Event Gold Medal for the Asian University Games 2010. These are just a few of his accomplishments.

While he became very busy with the many bowling tournaments, Jayson still finds time to play basketball or soccer with friends during his free time. If not, he plays on the computer. He likes to play NBA2k, PES, or FIFA. His favorite chocolate milk is NESQUIK and he loves to eat the powder alone. Jayson is also a car enthusiast – he was the former Vice President of the Ateneo Motor’s Organization.

One thing that Jayson hates is feathers. Yes, feathers. He is afraid of anything that has feathers. This is because he was traumatized by a “monster turkey” (which he claims was bigger than his 3 year old self) that chased him around.  He also doesn’t eat fish with tinik because he once had a blue marlin tinik stuck in his throat for a week.

Jayson is an easygoing guy and says his philosophy in life is to just go with the flow.

Juancho Mendoza

Juancho Mendoza

TAEKWANDO

Juancho is already in his fourth year in college but he hasn't competed in a UAAP tournament yet. Not because of the lack of skill - he's a former member of the Philippine National Team, a 3-time Makati City Champion, a 2-time NCR Champion, and a 6-time National Champion. It's just that his luck always fell short of the UAAP tournament. During his rookie year, he got ACL on his left knee. On his sophomore year, he got MCL on his right knee. And on his junior year, he tore his hamstring twice. And you think you're unlucky?

You'd think a bad ass, butt kicking black belter would be tough as nails, right? Well, this butt kicking black belter admitted that he can't sleep with the lights off at night. He's 22 years old. This just shows what an easygoing guy he is! He's not ashamed to share these things about himself. Also, he like to eat cheese powder and ketchup alone. And he drinks Hershey's chocolate syrup sometimes. But he also shares that he is incredibly torpe. He can't talk to his crushes! Well... He also has a crush on Yuna from Final Fantasy, but I guess that doesn't count!

Juancho started playing in Grade 6 because he got inspired by his favorite TV show - Power Rangers. Let's all hope that Juancho finally gets to play his first UAAP tournament this year! Go, go, Power Rangers!!

Andy Tan

Andy Tan

BASEBALL

           Who would have known that an introverted and shy guy would be part of the Ateneo baseball team? Despite being usually quiet, Andy Tan plays a big role in the Ateneo baseball team as a pitcher or an outfielder. His phenomenal pitching has been quite an asset for the team and has undoubtedly been a contribution to why they were able to grab the silver medal in last year’s UAAP season 74. His passion and love for the game has allowed him to excel in every aspect possible, but according to him, he believes that he still has room from improvement; Such humble words from one of Ateneo’s greatest athletes.

            The team has been recruiting freshmen from all over the nation’s capital to help add firepower to the team. When asked about what he can do for the new recruits, he said, “We get quite a number of freshmen players and as a junior, I contribute by helping these guys adapt to how things are done within the team and to act as a veteran. I try to let experience guide my way to teaching these guys new things to help them appreciate the sport more.” As a junior, Andy will be playing a big part in helping the new recruits grow as baseball players. He has to stray away from his usual quiet self for the mean time in order for him to have a positive impact on the new players.

           

            As difficult as it is to be a student athlete, it is vital that he is able to balance his academics and his dedication to baseball. He must always keep in mind that he is a student athlete, and not an athlete student. According to him, the team is required to train every Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:30am-10:30am to get their conditioning done and to be able to go through some drills. “Being a student athlete is pretty demanding. With a rough training schedule, it can be a struggle to find extra time to catch up on work or to find extra energy to get through long days/weeks.” That’s the life of a student athlete, but despite this Andy always finds a way to find time to have fun as well.

           

         Kudos to the Ateneo baseball team for winning ‘Breakthrough Team’ of the year during the Ateneo Athlete’s Night awarding ceremonies. This coming UAAP season 75 will be a very exciting one for Andy. As one of the older ones on the team, he will have a big part of the team on his shoulders. Let’s all wait and see how this year will turn out for Andy and his team. 

Mona Bagatsing

Mona Bagatsing

VOLLEYBALL

At first glance, Mona seems to be a obsessive-compulsive, serious person, but once you get to know her, she's actually one of the bubbly players of the Ateneo Volleyball Team! With 8 years of playing experience, Mona is indeed in the running to beast out this UAAP season. Mona is a great and determined woman. She is a keen student and athlete, yet she does not come off careless. 

Lets get to know her more!

Even though volleyball keeps her a bit busy, she still finds time for fun and for school. "I am passionate about having a good time. I am passionate about studying because I want to attain my goal of taking up masters in the States," she confidently stated-her dedication evident. When asked about the places she'd like to travel to, she said, "I actually have a list! I want to explore my own country first then go to other countries later on." 

Though Mona regrets not taking her studies seriously when she was younger, she now understands its importance and works hard to make her parents proud as well as to get into a good graudate school in the States. Most of all, Mona Lives by the words, "life goes on and day get brighter," which is a constant reminder of her ultimate goal, to enjoy life