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CMC Lawn Tennis Team Secures 1st Runner-Up Finish at Shariff Kabunsuan Open Tournament

At Central Mindanao Colleges, excellence is not defined by medals alone but by the discipline, resilience, and values demonstrated in every competition

True to this spirit, the CMC Lawn Tennis Team delivered a strong and commendable showing at the Shariff Kabunsuan Open Tennis Tournament, held on December 20 to 22, 2025, in Cotabato City, earning the 1st Runner-Up title against elite competition.

The three-day tournament gathered top collegiate and club tennis players from various institutions, showcasing high-level play and sportsmanship.

Representing CMC, Jose Vincent Comendador and Basser M. Ali advanced to the finals through disciplined preparation, teamwork, and consistent performance, ultimately facing the formidable team from the University of Santo Tomas (UST). Their journey to the championship match affirmed CMC’s sustained presence in competitive collegiate sports.

Throughout the tournament, the CMC duo demonstrated composure under pressure, strategic execution, and unwavering determination. Their performance reflects CMC’s commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes grounded in excellence, discipline, and integrity, both on and off the court.

Their participation and success were fully supported by Central Mindanao Colleges through the Center for Athletic Development, highlighting the institution’s dedication to holistic athletic development.

This achievement reinforces Central Mindanao Colleges as a home of champions, where athletic excellence is built through continuous training, institutional support, and strong values formation.

This achievement aligns with SDG 3 Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 4 Quality Education, and SDG 17 Partnerships through holistic athletic development.

The CMC community proudly congratulates Comendador and Ali for their outstanding performance and extends appreciation to the tournament organizers for a successful event.

CHOOSE CMC, where excellence in sport is nurtured through discipline and dedication.

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