IN PHOTOS: Ateneo bonfire celebrates UAAP S80 athletic excellence
BONFIRE. The Ateneo de Manila University community holds a bonfire party to celebrate its UAAP Teams' successes in the first semester of the league. Photo by Martin San Diego/Rappler
MANILA, Philippines (2ND UPDATE) – The Ateneo de Manila University community celebrated its athletics achievements in the first semester of the ongoing UAAP Season 80 with a bonfire held Saturday night, December 9, at the Ateneo Grade School grounds.
Though the triumphant Blue Eagles seniors basketball team were the toast of the evening, other Ateneo athletes were also honored. Ateneo conquered arch-rival De La Salle Univerisrty in an epic three-game finals to bring back home the UAAP men's basketball crown 5 years since their historic 5-peat domination.
Also feted during the bonfire were the men’s judo, men’s swimming and women’s swimming champions.
Here are some images by Ateneo alumnus Joey Hofileña during the event.
OPENING. Fr Kit Bautista SJ leads the Ateneo community in prayer during the bonfire program at the Ateneo Grade School grounds.PERENNIALS CHAMPS. The 4-peat Ateneo swimming team champs take to the stage.BASKETBALL CHAMPS. The winning basketball team get loud cheers from the crowd.ALMA MATER SONG. Alumni and Ateneo supporters, students, and faculty sing their alma mater song, Song for Mary, during the bonfire celebration.ALMA MATER SONG. Alumni and Ateneo supporters, students, and faculty sing their alma mater song, Song for Mary, during the bonfire celebration.
The following are photos taken by Martin San Diego.
GREETINGS. (Left to right) The hosts Laura Lehmann, Bettina Jose, Jhofer Eleria, Mhel Garrido and UAAP Season 80 courtside reporter Martie Bautista open up the floor. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerONE BIG FIGHT. Ateneo de Manila University President Fr Jose Ramon Villarin gives the opening remarks to welcome everyone to the bonfire. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerUNDEFEATED. Graduating player Bianca Carlos of the Ateneo Women's Badminton team was under the spotlight for her 5-year undefeated stint in the UAAP Women's badminton singles. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerMORE THAN 2-PEAT. The coach of the reigning UAAP Men's Judo champion team Ali Sulit speaks highly of his team including his players who are currently abroad for a tournament. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerRETURNING CHAMPIONS. The Ateneo Women's Swimming lost the title to UP in Sesaon 79 but now, they have redeemed it back for a FAST Ateneo Swimming double championship. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerCHEERS. The Ateneo Blue Babble Battalion performs in front of the crowd. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerEXCITEMENT. The young Ateneo fans flock the center stage area in excitement to meet their basketball idols. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerMASTERMIND. Coach Tab Baldwin is the genius behind the championship title of the Ateneo men's basketball team. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerLIGHTING. Ateneo men's basketball team captain Vince Tolentino leads the lighting of the bonfire. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerBLAZING. The Ateneo bonfire blazes for the second time this 2017. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerIGNITION. (Left to Right) Chloe Daos, Vince Tolentino, Aldo Batungbacal and Mon Tuazon set the bonfire ablaze. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerSONG FOR MARY. The Ateneo Blue Babble Battalion leads the singing of the Song For Mary. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerFAN FAVORITE. Isaac Go can be seen taking selfies with his fans in the middle of the sea of people as his 'clutch-ness' won the hearts of many. Photo by Martin San Diego/RapplerCHAMPIONSHIP SHIRT. As expected, there was a long queue for the Get Blued '2017 Champions' shirts which are selling out fast. There are just some lucky people who were able to get a hold of their size. Photo by Martin San Diego/Rappler
– Rappler.com
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