Friday, December 30, 2011

MAXIMO VOWS TO HELP PROMOTE CYCLING IN CEBU


Published in The Freeman Newspaper on December 30, 2011 Friday issue
by Caecent Noot Magsumbol, Staff Writer
Manny Villaruel, Sports Editor


CEBU, Philippines - Award-winning Cebuano sportsman Jonathan “Maxi” Maximo has stepped up his effort for the development of cycling in Cebu.

Maximo said he is willing to help the Cebu City Sports Commission (CCSC) in putting cycling in the mainstream of its programs for next year.

During their initial discussion with CCSC officials, the South Road Properties (SRP) is being eyed as cycling hub, particularly at the SRP access road near Pond A beside the creek that passes under the bridge all the way to Sugbu Center.

“This is a very ideal place for cycling for we can have control of the road from vehicles and pedestrians,” said Maximo in a CCSC executive director Brando Velasquez yesterday.

Maximo and his group is set to survey the area within the week.

In light of this, Maximo is requesting the CCSC to coordinate with the SRP management so they could get access of the road all the way to Sugbo Center.

Should everything turn out well, SRP will serve as the main venue for different cycling events in the future as well as training ground for Cebuano cyclists (FREEMAN)

Thursday, December 29, 2011

PAGES: SPORTS WISHES FOR 2012


Published in Sun Star Newspaper on Dec. 29, 2011 Thursday issue
by John Pages, Match Point columnist
Mike Limpag, Sports Editor

BOYING Rodriguez: 1) Fred Uytengsu invited Lance Armstrong to the XTERRA—I hope he can make it! Wow! 2) A successful Cobra Ironman Triathlon this August. As of today, 1,200 registered coming from 40 countries! 3) I hope I recover from all the holiday eating and have a decent time in the Cebu Marathon!

Rico Navarro: I pray that the sports industry be united to push Cebu as the country’s sports capital. This covers a lot of ground from: all sports stakeholders to have the same mindset; competent hosting of events; having the most competitive athletes in all events; and having all sports/events/local NSA’s taking a united stand for all their activities.

Al Mendoza: For Pres. Noynoy to chase the masterminds of the illegal loggers that triggered deaths at the height of Sendong’s fury up to the ends of the earth. For the Pacquiao-Mayweather fight not to push through. For me to visit Liverpool, England, the birthplace of The Beatles.

Igi Maximo. To represent Cebu and race for my country in the 2012 Asian Junior Cycling Championships in Malaysia and the World Juniors in Netherlands. To be an example to the youth that being a student-elite athlete is possible. That schools would support cycling and include it in their varsity program.

Graeme Mackinnon: 1) That the AZKALS vs. CF Madrid, DILI KAMO NAG-IISA game at Rizal on Jan. 7 be a success in raising funds for the victims of Sendong. 2) That the 2012 Olympics be controversy-free and be a TV fans paradise. 3) That GLOBAL FC will take out the UFL League in Manila.

Mike Limpag: Another semis stint or two for the Azkals in the Challenge Cup and Suzuki Cup, another slam or two for Maria Sharapova, and I hope to run a couple of 21Ks and my first marathon.

Brian Lim: 1) Sports Tourism in Cebu to grow--emerging sports such as rugby, flag football, airsoft, electronic sports, mixed martial arts, water sports. 2) Get a multipurpose field built - For emerging sports to practice along with traditional sports. 3) To carry out the Great Cebu Sports Festival.. drawing attention to Cebu as a sporting destination.

Jean Henri Lhuillier: Wishing the best for the Philippine Tennis Academy and that these players play to the best of their ability... to the success of the Davis Cup team. Wishing that the Cebuana Gems win the 2nd season of the PBA D-league.

Yong Larrazabal: 1) That Filipinos would love the Philippines even more by stopping illegal logging, illegal poaching of its wildlife and destroying/wasting our natural resources. 2) That Cebu would regain its spot as the no.1 city in terms of quality of life, sports and medical tourism. 3) That only one run be allowed every Sunday in Cebu so as to build a strong camaraderie among runners and not to induce divisiveness.

Noy Jopson: Cobra Ironman 70.3 offering Kona slots again. My wifey Amale improving at least 18 seconds on her 3:46.17 Marathon PR and qualifying for Boston. Our new The Brick Multi-Sport Store at the J Center Mall fulfilling the needs of the Cebu Triathlon community.

Samsam Gullas: Filipino unity. Fighting together, not against each other for one common goal. Everyone will do their part to help out in the recent flooding in Cagayan, Iligan and Dumaguete. Pacquiao fights Floyd and knocks Floyd out. Double championship for UV basketball.

Guy Concepcion: That Lance Armstrong joins the XTERRA Phils. in Liloan. That all participants have a good andsafe race in XTERRA and Ironman 70.3 Phils.

Jack Biantan: Pacquiao vs. Mayweather fight to push through. More success for the Azkals. Gold medal finish for the Phils. in the London Games.

Jesse Bernad: That leadership in the Philippine Amateur Baseball Association be resolved so that baseball can move on with newer programs. That local leaders continue to support baseball and softball with tournaments and provide an adequate playing field. That Cebu send the best team to the 2012 Little League baseball and softball Philippine Series.

Ricky Ballesteros: To finish the newly-refurbished track oval before March. Cebu Sports Museum and Hall Fame to complement the Cebu City Sports Center. Host the Palarong Pambansa or any international competition.

Michael Aldeguer: 1) For all the Filipinos to unite for the good of our country. 2) Philippine Boxing to bring more pride and joy to the Filipinos all over the world. 3) AJ Banal and Milan Melindo to fight for World titles as both are WBO rated No. 1 and No. 2.
(www.pages.ph)

Saturday, December 24, 2011

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM 12.24.11

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM
Dec. 24, 2011 Saturday 7:30AM
Reclamation, Mandaue City, Phl

THE SPRINT FINISH
CATEGORY C

"Last lap to go!" gestures the marshall
  
Remaining riders out of the 15-lap race jockey for position into an anticipated final sprint finish

Here come the final sprint...

Ricky Ermitanio (left) leads the cast...

Followed by Lyndon Caraquel (center)

with 16yo junior cyclist Igi Maximo (white, center) finishing in the Top Five.

LIMPAG: WISHES FOR 2012

Sun Star Cebu.  Aside from running, another sport on the rise in Cebu City is cycling and like running, the boom can’t be attributed to one group or one person. It seems guys and girls just decided to buy their bikes and take up the sport.

And I only have two wishes for cycling—that they don’t go the way of cycling in the Philippines, where politics is so toxic that development has stagnated and I hope the groups can band together to organize the Metro Cebu championships. Let’s set the bar for the others to follow, shall we?... Read more

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

FLOATING BOOK FAIR

Who: Book lovers
What: MV Logos Hope Floating Book Fair
When: January 11 to February 14, 2012
Where: Malacanang Park, Cebu Port

Entrance fee: P20.00
Kids age 5 & below are free

Highlights:
-more than 5,000 books
-with 400 crew members (including 6 Filipinos, one of which is a Cebuano) coming from 45 countries

Saturday, December 17, 2011

CHANGES IN TOUR NI FRANK


Published in The Freeman Newspaper on Dec. 16, 2011 Friday issue
by Caecent No-ot Magsumbol, Staff Writer
Manny Villaruel, Sports Editor


CEBU, Philippines - Organizers of the 10th edition of the Cebu RECYCLE Cycling Series popularly known as the Tour Ni Frank set January 7 and 8 decided to change the route to toughen it.

The reason for the decision is to make it worth the while of those who traveled far just to make it to the event.

The criterium race will still be held at the Mandaue Reclamation Area on January 7.

What has been changed is the second stage on January 8, which was originally announced to be race to the southern part of Cebu.

Organizers said that they would instead start in Toledo City going north to the town of Balamban then east to Cebu City via the Transcentral Highway.

Frank Gatdula, the man behind the event, bared the change to The F .

Registration fee for the event is only P200 and this is only for category B and C cyclists.

Trophies, medals and cash prizes await the top performers of the event.

Riders, who will not make it to the podium, however, still have a chance to bring home something with lots of items to be raffled off courtesy of the sponsors like Atty. Jong Sepulveda, Vellum Cycles, Raldy Vios Construction, OZ Racing, Pocari Sweat, Nagashima, Kia Motors, Habagat, Zyke Shirts, BBC Print, ReCycle, and LUZVIMIN (USA) Racing. – (FREEMAN)

Saturday, December 10, 2011

CLARK TIME TRIAL

TOUR OF CLARK
PHILIPPINE CYCLING JUNIOR TRIALS
November 26-27, 2011 Saturday 8:00AM
Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines
organized by Pilipinas Cycling League
sanctioned by PhilCycling

Stage 1: PROLOGUE 10KM

Igi Maximo of Cebu-YKKBikes waits for his turn in the Individual Time Trial (ITT) event.  Shown here is the Ridley Dean TT frame, Campagnolo groupset & bar-end shifters, Token T50S wheelsets, FSA crankset, Vision aero-bars, Lazer helmet, Fizik saddle, Carnac shoes & Santini covers provided by YKK Trading.

Riders are released with a 30-second interval gap.

Getting ready to go...

Accelerate to the max!

At cruising speed

LUIS MIGUEL "IGIMAX" MAXIMO, 16yo (dob 04.29.95)
2ND PLACE - PhilCycling National Trials (Juniors 16-17)
5TH PLACE - PCL Tour of Clark (Juniors 20-Under)

For newpaper coverage of the event, click here
For race details & maps of the event, click here

Friday, December 09, 2011

POC MUST GIVE PRIORITY ON DESERVING ATHLETES

PhilStar.  Manila - Philippines.  “I will ask them to take care of certain individual athletes, especially those from the districts they represent,” said Cojuangco.

“I’m appealing to all local officials, if you have a national athlete (in your district) give them credit and support them. We will prioritize the athletes,” the POC chief added... Read more

Thursday, December 01, 2011

CEBU TO HOST 2012 IRONMAN 70.3

CEBU is it!!!

Who: Triathletes, Swimmers, Cyclists & Runners
What: Ironman 70.3 Philippines
When: August 5, 2012 Sunday 6:30AM
Where: Mactan Shangri-la, Cebu, Philippines

Event: Swim 1.9km + Bike 90km + Run 21km

Fees: (12.1.11 to 1.31.12)
Individual $225
Relay $325

Fees: (2.1.12 to 5.31.12)
Individual $275
Relay $375

www.ironman703phil.com

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

CEBUANO CYCLIST PLACES 5TH IN TIME TRIAL AT CLARK


Published in Cebu Daily Newspaper on Nov. 29, 2011 Tuesday issue
CEBUANO junior cyclist Luis Miguel “Igi” Maximo made a good account of himself in the Tour of Clark as he finished in fifth place in the 10 kilometer individual time trial in the Juniors U-20 class, last weekend at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga.
Maximo, a student of PAREF-Springdale, finished with a time of 14 minutes and 32 seconds and averaged a speed of 41.32 kilometers per hour.
The race was won by Ryan Bravo of 7-Eleven, who finished with a time of 13:30 while Wilfren Arabe finished in second with a time of 14:15. Miguel Gonzales and Kenneth Balunsay were in third and fourth place, respectively.
Making the feat a lot more impressive is the fact that Maximo was one of the youngest in the field and was the lone entry from the Visayas and Mindanao. /Correspondent Jonas Panerio.

Monday, November 28, 2011

IGIMAX MAKES PODIUM FINISH IN TOUR OF CLARK

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Published in The Freeman Newspaper on Nov. 28, 1011 Monday issue
by Manny B. Villaruel, Sports Editor


CEBU, Philippines - Cebu's top junior cyclist Luis Miguel "Igimax" Maximo of Cebu-YKK Bikes made a podium finish during Stage 1 of the Tour of Clark last Saturday at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga.

The 16-year-old Maximo placed fifth overall in the Juniors (20-under) category of the 10-kilometer Individual Time Trial. He finished the race in 14 minutes and 32 seconds behind Ryan Bravo of Team 7-Eleven (13:30), Wilfren Arabe of Zamba Cycling (14:15), Miguel Gonzales of Jac Motors (14:20) and Kenneth Balunsay of JGMC (14:25).

Multi-titled Cebuano junior cyclist Luis Miguel "Igimax"
Maximo (L) heads to the finish line during Stage 1, a 10-
kilometer individual time trial, of the Tour of Clark last
Saturday at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga.  The
16-year-old Maximo finished overall in the juniors
(20-under) category. (The Freeman Newspaper)

 
Completing the top 10 finishers were Kenneth Lacuesta of 7Lakes (14:36), Angelo Pimentel of JGMC) (14:38), Allen Santiago of JGMC (14:39), Gian Casamayor of JGMC (14:44) and Ronald Lomotos of Zamba Cycling (15:00).

It was a big improvement for Igimax's time trial ability compared to his previous races.

The lone entry from Vis-Min region and three-time champion in the 15-under division of the 2010 Philippine Premiere Cycling League used a bike designed by James Montecillo of YKK Trading.

Aside from that, his bike is also made of Ridley Dean frame, Token T50S wheels, Campagnolo groupset and Vision tri bars.

In adherence to the mandate of UCI (World Cycling Federation), the Student Council president of PAREF-Springdale utilized junior restricted gears. - THE FREEMAN

Friday, November 25, 2011

TOUR OF CLARK

TOUR OF CLARK 2011
IMMUVIT RACE AGAINST TIME
November 26-27, 2011 Sat-Sun
Clark Freeport, Pampanga, Philippines
organized by Pilipnas Cycling League

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Stage 1: PROLOGUE 10KM
Nov 26, 2011 Saturday
2 Loops



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Stage 2: CIRCUIT RACE
90KM (CATEGORY A)
72KM (CAT B, WOMEN, JUNIORS)
Nov. 26, 2011 Saturday
Figure of 8 Route


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Stage 3: ROAD RACE SCTEX 100KM
Nov 27, 2011 Sunday
Start @ Clearwater, turn-around in Dalupihan then back to Clearwater


PROGRAM

Day 1: Nov 26 Saturday

Sign-Up
Prologue 10KM
Circuit Race 90/72KM
Dinner
Talk on Immuvit Metafit by Coach Jim Saret
Awarding

Day 2: Nov 27 Sunday

Sign-Up
Metafit Warm-Up @ JB Sports Tent
Road Race 100KM
Lunch
Closing Talk by Ms Valerie Sison
Awarding
Party with True Faith

source: Pilipinas Cycling League

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

IGIMAX MOSALMUT SA TOUR OF CLARK KARONG WEEKEND


Published in Banat Newspaper on Nov. 23, 2011 Wednesday issue
by Yoyo Abayan, Sports Editor


CEBU, Philippines - Nag-unang junior cyclist sa Sugbu nga si Luis Miguel 'Igimax' Maximo ang mopakita na sab og aksiyon didto sa Luzon pinaagi sa Tour of Clark karong weekend didto sa Clark field sa Pampanga.

Ang 15-anyos nga si Maximo mosalmot og laing multi-stage event.

Ang lumba naglatid sa 10-kilometer individual time trial, 72km road race ug 100km road race sa SCTEX.

Daku og purohan nga mobitbit og daog si Igimax kay nasinati na niya ang lugar sa Clark gumikan kay nakaapil na siya og laing lumba sa maong lugar. (BANAT NEWS)

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

IGIMAX TO COMPETE IN TOUR OF CLARK


Published in The Freeman Newspaper on Nov. 22, 2011 Tuesday issue
by Caecent No-ot Magsumbol, Staff Writer
Manny Villaruel, Sports Editor


Cebu, Philippines - Cebu's top junior cyclist Luis Miguel “Igimax” Maximo returns to action in Luzon through the Tour of Clark at Clark field in Pampanga this weekend.

All by himself, the 15-year-old Maximo will be dealing another multi-stage event.

The race includes a 10-kilometer individual time trial, a 72-km road race and 100-km road race in SCTEX.

Igimax’s familiarity with the terrains in Clark having joined another event there already is expected to give him more confidence in pursuing his goal of bringing home the bacon. (FREEMAN)

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM 11.19.11

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM
Nov. 19, 2011 Sat. 8:30AM
Reclamation, Mandaue City, Phl.

CATEGORY D


4th year HS student Johann Reyes of TEAM maXImo-Springdale School



Gary "Ironman" Fernandez pulls the pack

Monday, November 21, 2011

CHRISTY TUTOR BEATS RIVAL MARY JANE BEBOSO BY ONE SECOND; ABRAHAM MISSOS TOPS MEN'S DIVISION


Published in Sun Star Newspaper on Nov. 21, 2011 Monday issue
by Chesca Geli, Staff Writer
Mike Limpag, Sports Editor


KENYAN Abraham Missos stepped up his game, while Christy Tutor escaped the threat of her rivals in Paref-Springdale’s Run With the Titans at Parkmall, Mandaue yesterday.

Missos, who normally dominated the 5K divisions of previous races, won the men’s 15K open, a position usually taken by his fellow Kenyan Joshphat Kiptanui.

He clocked 51:27 to beat his compatriot Francis Kakui, who got second place in 53:40 for second place.
Ian Bernido was the best local finisher and placed third overall in 55:05.

Tutor was in tough competition against rivals Madelyn Carter and Mary Jane Beboso but she survived them by finishing first in 1:13.35, just a second ahead of Beboso and two seconds clear of Carter.

Team Reborn’s Tenggoy Colmenares topped the men’s 15K for parents in 1:10.36, beating veteran marathoner and Run for Sight chairman Dr. Potenciano “Yong” Larrazabal III (1:12.38).

Women’s champion

In the women’s division, Donna Cruz-Larrazabal got first place in 1:24.11, more than six minutes ahead of second-placer Marjorie Ellen Jore (1:30.39). Marly Colmenares (1:35.33) got third place.

In the men’s 7K, Joel Delposo got the title in 22:58, finishing eight seconds ahead of Jobert Carolino (23:06). Jess Gonzaga got third place in 23:10.

Lovely Andrin snatched the women’s 7K title against Aiza Suaybaguio, and sister Jhean, while in the 7K division for teachers, Michael Adan was the best runner. Michael Mancio and Jewel Co got the 7K titles for parents.

Other winners in the event were RJ Lao in the 3K category and Thomas Durano outlasted others in the 400-meter dash. Cyclist Igi Maximo also got second place in the 3K division for high school students.

Published in the Sun.Star Cebu newspaper on November 21, 2011.

Sunday, November 20, 2011

RUNNING MENTORS

RUN WITH THE TITANS 2011
7K TEACHERS CATEGORY
November 20, 2011 Sun. 5:15AM
Parkmall, Mandaue City, Phl
Organized by Grade 3 Parents


"RUNNING MENTORS"
Recognizing the athletic talents of your academic teachers
by Luis Miguel Maximo, President - Springdale School Student Council


MR. MICHAEL ADAN
39:14 mins
Champion

MR. ROGEL TURA
40:29 mins
2nd Place

MR. CELSO BARACA
40:54 mins
3rd Place


MR. ROEL CABAHUG
41:12 mins
4th Place


MR. MICHAEL YAP
42:48 mins
5th Place

MR. SHERWIN HORTEL
42:55 mins
6th Place



MR. ERNESTO SUMPOC
43:36 mins
7th Place



MR. ROLANDO OBIEDO
44:49 mins
8th Place

MR. EDGAR ALLAN JABONE
45:46 mins
9th Place

MR. MARLON PERILLA
46:32 mins
10th Place

RUN WITH THE TITANS

RUN WITH THE TITANS 2011
November 20, 2011 Sun. 5:15AM
Parkmall, Mandaue City, Phl

3K STUDENTS CATEGORY

WINNERS. (L-R): LUIS MIGUEL MAXIMO (2nd Place), RJ LAO (1st Place), MARK LUA (3rd Place) with RIC AMPILOQUIO (right) Exec Dir PAREF Springdale School and YONG LARRAZABAL (foreground) Event Organizer

RJ LAO
1st Place

LUIS MIGUEL "IGI" MAXIMO
2nd Place

MARK LUA
3rd Place


JOHANN REYES
4th Year High School
4th Place


JAMES AARON GUARDIARIO
5th Place

ZACH ELISHA GO
6th Place


JAIME ANTONIO RAMA
7th Place


CHRISTIAN RETUYA
8th Place

AUDRIC ONG
9th Place


ACE GOCUAN
10th Place

Saturday, November 19, 2011

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM 11.19.11

CEBU CYCLING CRITERIUM
Nov. 19, 2011 Sat. 7:30AM
Reclamation, Mandaue City, Phl

CATEGORY C

The race was almost cancelled until Superman FF Cruz came to the rescue and re opened the road.  Thank you FF Cruz.  Today you are the no. 1 construction company in the world!