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  • Main Campus Black Orcas dominate 2026 ISPSC Intercampus Sports Competition and Culture and the Arts Festival

    The Main Campus Black Orcas emerged as the overall champion of the 2026 Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) Intercampus Sports Competition and the Culture and the Arts Festival, held on November 3–6, 2026, securing 99 gold, 58 silver, and 48 bronze medals for a total of 203 medals.

    Coming second on spot was Santa Maria Campus Buffalos, which earned 54 gold, 53 silver, and 43 bronze medals, securing second place with 149 medals.

    The Tagudin Campus Wolves completed the top three, also collecting 149 medals, including 33 gold, 65 silver, and 53 bronze medals. Its higher gold-medal tally secured the campus third place in the overall standings.

    Participating teams from the other campuses also contributed to the competition's impressive medal haul. The Candon Campus Marlins secured 16 gold, 34 silver, and 43 bronze medals, while the Cervantes Campus Manta Rays garnered 24 gold, 22 silver, and 22 bronze medals.

    The Narvacan Campus Tiger Sharks and Santiago Campus Stallions likewise demonstrated their competitive determination, earning 22 and 17 medals, respectively, across the sporting events.

    Beyond the medal standings, the four-day intercampus gathering provided an avenue for students to showcase their talents, strengthen camaraderie, and foster unity through sports, culture, and the arts. It also highlighted the importance of discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and healthy competition in holistic student development.

    The festivities also featured the search for Mr. and Ms. ISPSC 2026, showcasing the confidence, talent, and personality of student representatives from the participating campuses. The competition culminated in the recognition of its newest titleholders, with Ms. Christine Joy Visico and Mr. Dan Galutan taking home the coveted titles of Mr. and Ms. ISPSC 2026, respectively.

    The closing program, which served as an opportunity to recognize the accomplishments of the participating delegations and celebrate the friendships, experiences, and shared achievements forged throughout the competition, was attended by members of the administration, faculty, personnel, student-athletes, and other participants. 

    ISPSC President Dr. Mario P. Obrero delivered his inspirational message, recognizing the collective efforts of the participating campuses and underscoring the value of sports and cultural activities in shaping well-rounded students.

    In his message, Dr. Obrero emphasized that “True champions are not simply those who finish first. They are those who refuse to give up, respect their teammates, and continue to pursue excellence even when the odds are against them.”

    As the 2026 ISPSC Intercampus Sports Competition and the Culture and the Arts Festival came to a close, the College reaffirmed its commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for students to develop their athletic, artistic, and cultural capabilities while strengthening unity and school pride across its campuses.

    The event also served as an important preparatory platform for the upcoming SCUAA-1 Games, which ISPSC is set to host, allowing the College to assess and further develop the capabilities of its student-athletes and cultural performers ahead of these regional and national competitions.

    Ultimately, the competition celebrates not only victories and medals but also the determination, talent, and collective spirit that define the ISPSC community. (Paul Angelo Juan)

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