Wildcats dancesport athletes capture 4 golds at Singapore championship

Showcasing skill and competitive excellence on the international stage, Enverga dancesport athletes captured four gold medals and one bronze at the Ballare International Championship 2026 held Aug. 22 in Singapore.

Fillip Zander Hernandez and Frances Heleana Buta earned gold medals in the Standard Novice A and Standard Novice B categories.

Gian Franco Hernandez and Precious Jewel Manalo won gold in Standard Pre-Amateur and secured bronze in Standard Rising Star.

Izekiel Janrey Lequin and Jhen Chrisel Profeta captured gold in Standard Under 19. The pair also placed fourth in Adult Open Single Dance Waltz, fifth in Tango, sixth in Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot and Quickstep, and eighth in Amateur Asia Pacific Standard.

Coach Liezl Villadiego guided the athletes during the international competition. Their participation provided them with opportunities to demonstrate their technical skills, discipline and teamwork while gaining experience in an international competitive setting.

The results further strengthened the athletes’ international competition experience and reflected their continued development in dancesport.

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The athletes’ participation supported Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation’s commitment to holistic student development by providing opportunities to pursue excellence beyond the classroom. Their international competition experience also reflected the core values of Excellence, Unity and Fortitude through discipline, teamwork and perseverance while supporting the University’s vision of global competitiveness.

• SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being — Dancesport promotes physical fitness, discipline and active participation in competitive sports.
• SDG 4: Quality Education — International competition complements academic learning by developing students’ discipline, confidence, teamwork and personal growth.