USTP SHS student, Gold Medalist in Palarong Pampook 2023
By Samantha Jabzara Roa, USTP CDO SHS Student
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Competing with the team players from Tangub City and Misamis Oriental, the Spartan Pride, Ms. Bethel Joyce Sadora smashed her opponent with a thrilling 2-0 and 2-1 winning streak, respectively, during the Palarong Pampook 2023 under the Table Tennis category held at the Gaisano Grand Mall in Gingoog City last May 4-6, 2023.
Ms. Sadora played under the singles and team event categories, together with Liceo de Cagayan University and Regional Science High School (Region 10) team players. The event was a double elimination system and under the singles-doubles-singles category.
She advanced to the finals with a twice-to-beat advantage and a score of 2-0 against her opponent, Misamis Oriental. The athlete also shared that their coach led a manifestation of “the universe will align for us” before their big game leading to a positive result. Ms. Sadora achieved a gold medal and will compete in the Palarong Pambansa 2023 this upcoming July.