SEA Games medalists from MP get cash

By Christy Mae F. Che-es

BONTOC, Mountain Province – Two members of the Philippine contingent for the 31st South East Asian Games who trace their roots in this municipality were recognized by the people and officialdom of this capital town and received cash incentives from the Bontoc local government.
    The Office of the Sangguniang Bayan passed a resolution acknowledging and commending April Joy La Madrid and Helen Aclopen, both members of the Philippine contingent for the 31st South East Asian Games held in Hanoi, Vietnam last May 12-23.
    La Madrid who hails from Barangay Talubin here brought home a bronze medal in the Muay Thai – Women’s Combat 60kg event held in Vinh Phuc Gymnasium.
    Meanwhile, Aclopen who traces her roots in Barangay Dalican, represented the country in Kurash women’s -48kg division and won silver medal after winning over Thailand’s Duangdara Kumlert and Myanmar’s Khin Khin Su at the Hoai Duc Gymnasium.
    The SB resolution said, the two did not only inspire many young Filipinos to develop a keen interest in sports but have also shown the world the spirit of Ifontok physical prowess, sports competitiveness, and overall athletic quality.
    The Bontoc local government awarded certificate of recognition and P10,000 cash prize to La Madrid while ₱20,000 was given to Aclopen for bringing honor and pride to the country and municipality.
    Bontoc Mayor Franklin Odsey commended the two athletes for their commitment, enthusiasm, and perseverance in sports.
    “On behalf of the people and officialdom of Bontoc, I extend my warmest congratulations on your well-deserved achievement during the Seagames. Kudos to both of you,” he said.
    The resolution, certificate, and cash prize were given during the regular monday flag raising ceremony at the Bontoc Municipal Capitol on June 13.