Last August
16, 2012, we celebrated the 197th birthday of the Father ad Teacher
of Youth – Don Bosco. It wasn’t just an ordinary for all Bosconians esp. of
DBTC – Pasil since it was also the beginning of the Intramurals. Bosconians
were of high spirits as they coursed through the different activities for the
day.
As a
commemoration of the event, the day kicked off with the celebration of the Holy
Mass. During the mass, the celebrating priest (Fr. Orly Borres, SDB) asked each
of the departments to stand and say a virtue which they commonly share. Some of
the virtues that was mentioned were Patience, Humility, Unity, Peace, Respect,
Enthusiasm, Love – these virtues are a reflection of an Ideal Bosconian.
After the Mass, the different
departments had their photos taken. Bosconians showed off their friendly smiles
and cheerful character during the photo shoot. They continued to show their
smiles and joy as they paraded around the streets of Suba and Pasil. Though the
heat was intense, Bosconians continued to show their endurance and pleasant
manner. Arriving at the Don Bosco Gym, everyone stood proudly in front of the
Philippine Flag as the National anthem was sung. Then, a prayer was sung led by
a Junior Trainee. Fr. Orly welcomed each of the visitors and participants.
After the welcome address, selected trainees marched with the DB Flag as others
solemnly listened to a Hymn to Don Bosco. As the flag was raised, an
enthusiastic and loud “Viva, Don Bosco” was heard all over the compound.
Silence filled the covered court as the students waited for the Intramurals
Torch was to be lighted up. Once it was lighted, an earsplitting applause then
followed. A solemn promise was made by each of the participants as they recited
the Oath of Sportsmanship. Then, Fr. Jude Albarando, SDB declared the Intramurals
officially open.
Some
highlights of the Opening of the Intramurals include the Flag-Raising
Competition and Cheer Dance Competition. Here are the results of the different
competitions:
§
Flag-Raising Competition (Wood and Furniture
Techonology – Juniors)
§
Banner Design Competition
o 1st
– Wood and Furniture Technology – Juniors
o 2nd
– Mechanical Technology – Juniors
o 3rd
- Automotive Technology – Juniors
§
Cheerdance Competition
o 1st
– Mechanical Technology – Seniors
o 2nd
– Small Engine
o 3rd
– Wood and Furniture Technology – Seniors
§
3-point Shootout
o Administration
and Instructors Team
§
3-man Shootout
o Wood
and Furniture Technology – Juniors
§
Obstacle Shot
o Small
Engine
Indeed, it
was a tiring day. But at the same time, it was a fulfilling day for everyone as
all went home with big smiles painted on their faces.