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Student leaders join forces in LC 2017



Around one hundred sixty (160) UPIS student leaders took part in the annual Leadership Camp (LC) held last September 23-24 at the UPIS 7-12 grounds.

Led by the Pamunuan ng Kamag-aral (pKA) 3-10, the event themed “Iskore Values: Isaisip, Isapuso, Isabuhay” aimed to embolden student leaders on their commitment to uphold the UPIS core values: freedom, justice, love, peace, and truth.

This year’s LC featured parallel sessions on truth and justice within the family and school. Grades 3-6 and 7-10 participants had separate sessions held simultaneously with topics, activities, and approaches in order to address and talk about the particular challenges that they encounter as leaders.

Moreover, plenary sessions about truth and justice in social media and the current state of the country were facilitated by Prof. Shareehan Lucman and Atty. Andre Palacios respectively.

In addition to this, the student leaders also participated in activities such as Tatak ISKOre and Hard Core (team building activities), CORE-rek ka d’yan (work sessions), reCOREding activities (consolidation of an organization’s projects), and the ISKOre Mo, Show Mo! (socialization/fellowship).

At the end of every parallel and plenary session, the pKA showed testimonial videos from previous LC participants, past KA officers, and former KA advisers.

The camp concluded with In-CORE-porated, where they evaluated the two-day camp, and the CORE-nation, where winners in the camp activities were awarded. //by Bryan Lina






Sports: UPIS VST veterans experience international stage



Ernest Arceo, David De Layola, Ryan Dimayuga, and Drew Magbag of the University of the Philippines Integrated School Varsity Swimming Team (UPIS VST) joined the Philippine Team in the recently concluded 29th Summer Universiade last August 19-31, 2017 in Taipei, Taiwan.

The Summer Universiade also known as the World University Games is an international sporting competition held in different countries biennially. The Philippine Swimming League held an open try-outs for swimmers and the 4 senior members of the UPISVST were chosen.

“Nakita ko na malayo pa yung level ng Philippine swimming compared sa ibang bansa like Italy,” De Layola said when asked about his thoughts after the competition. “Malayo pa ako sa peak ko,” he added.

Palarong Pambansa standout Magbag performed well in the 50m and 100m Breastroke and 4x100 medley relay but did not earn a podium finish.

Arceo and Dimayuga also tried to snatch a medal in their 4x100 Freestyle Relay Event but were overpowered by their European counterparts as Dimayuga and De Layola also fell short in the 100m Backstroke and 4x200 Freestyle Relay Event, respectively.

“Syempre blessed kasi napili for international competition. Once in a lifetime to para sa [amin] na marepresent ang Philippines,” Arceo shared when asked about his experience. “Sana next time magkaroon ulit ng opportunity,” he concluded. // by Bryan Lina, Carlos Laderas


FORTIFIED. UPIS swimmers who are part of the Philippine team brace themselves before their events in Universaide 2017 at the National Taiwan Sports University Arena. Photo Credit: Drew Magbag

Cathay Pacific orients Batch 2020 on I Can Fly PH


Cathay Pacific (CX) encouraged students of UPIS Batch 2020 to join the I Can Fly program through an orientation held at the AV Room last May 11.

Now on its third year, the program introduces high school students to the airline industry to encourage their interests in aviation and social service. The program continues to grow as the company sees the success of previous installments and the positive effects the program has on participants.

AVIATE. Ms. Maiel Perez of Cathay Pacific enthusiastically invites batch 2020 to the I Can Fly program. Photo Credit: Media Center
CX Marketing Communications Executive Maiel Perez presented a background of the airline company and the program. Three graduates from the pioneer batch, Fiel Delos Reyes, Caitlin Norona, and Marianne Sasing of UPIS Batch 2018, shared their experiences in the program, including the Life Well Travelled campaign and their trip to Hong Kong.

COME FLY WITH US. Fiel Delos Reyes, Caitlin Norona, and Marianne Sasing share their day-to-day experiences during the I Can Fly program. Photo Credit: Media Center
“Masaya siya pero ang pinaka na-treasure ko talaga dun ay yung experience kasi nakaka-boost siya ng self-esteem,” Sasing shared about how the program moved her.

CX will choose twenty students to participate in the program this year. For UPIS Grade 9 students who want to join, they may submit their entries until Friday, May 19. Qualified participants will be announced before the month ends. //by Trisa de Ocampo, Bryan Lina

Balitang K-2 kicks off culminating activity



Balitang K-2 launched their two-week culminating activity last April 24.

Balitang K-2 is a club that teaches campus journalism to K-2 students. Led by their advisers Ms. Tin Vinluan and Prof. Rica Ibarra, members of the club participated in workshops on news reporting, photojournalism, and feature and literary writing, among others.

The club hosted a gallery walk showcasing features, stories, poems, and illustrations they have written and drawn throughout the semester.

WANDER. A Grade  1 student attentively reads through the works displayed at the gallery walk. Photo Credit: Bryan Lina


They also celebrated Author and Illustrator Day, wherein illustrator Fran Alvarez (Hating Kapatid) and author Maita Salvador (When Zero Left Numberland) delivered talks to the students. Batang Adarna Book Fair, in cooperation with Adarna Books, was held as well.

The book fair and gallery walk concludes tomorrow, May 5. //by Trisa De Ocampo and Bryan Lina

Annual camps held simultaneously this March and April



The University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) held their various camping activities this late March and April 2017.

The Girl Scouts of the Philippines (GSP) and Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) conducted their annual camps at the May Farm Bamban, Tarlac last April 23-26 and 27-30 respectively.

Themed Eco Superhero, the GSP camp targeted environmental conservation by encouraging the scouts to be pioneers of ecological awareness. The BSP camp was dubbed Unplugged: Reconnecting with the Essentials, as it aimed to engage scouts with nature by keeping them away from the city and modern technology.

END POINT. With the camp’s closing, the BSP  assemble andget ready for their awarding ceremony. Photo credit: Mr. Nemuel Fajutagana 

SUPERGIRLS. The scouts point proudly at their cadets who organized a memorable camp in their last memorable year as GSP seniors. Photo credit: Yumi dela Torre


As part of the camp, the BSP and GSP hosted an outreach program for the Aetas who resided in the area. The Boy Scouts played Ultimate Frisbee with the natives and donated frisbee discs while the Girl Scouts donated clothes. Both hosted an engaging storytelling session for the natives as well.

Last April 27-28, the Star Scouts also conducted an overnight camp at the UPIS K-2 grounds. Activities such as a vermicomposting workshop and a Gala Night with the scouts’ fathers were held during the camp.

Meanwhile, the KAB Scouts had their Father-and-Son Camp last March 31 to April 2 at the Cos Arcos de Hermanos Resort, Bulacan. Participants went rope climbing, swimming, gadget making, and spent one-on-one time with their fathers.

“It was a good opportunity for the kids to bond… Ang ganda panoorin ng relationship with the dads and the kids,” said Ms. Christine Fua, Grade 2 Coordinator of the KAB Scouts.

Eighty six (86) GSP, 69 BSP, 33 Star Scouts, and 21 KAB Scouts attended their respective camps. //by Hanzvic Dellomas, Bryan Lina and Marianne Sasing

Batch 2018 holds e-waste campaigns and collection



Grade 11 students from the University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) recently launched school-wide electronic waste campaigns.

Aside from spreading awareness among students, faculty, and staff on the dangers and proper handling of e-waste, the campaigns also aim to collect e-waste that will then be sent to a licensed e-waste recycling facility. The project was launched in cooperation with UP Circuit as a major requirement in Science 11.

E-NFORMATION. Students from 11 – GL Jaena discuss their advocacy to 9-Iron in one of their room-to-room campaigns. Photo credit: Chesca Santiago


11-GL Jaena’s E-Ways over E-Waste involved room-to-room campaigns at the Grades 7-12 building to inform students about e-waste and to introduce their Beemo-inspired deposit boxes where students can deposit their own e-waste.

E-LEMENTARY. 11-Del Mundo representative Adrian Bornilla speaks about their E-waste campaign in Grades 3-6. Photo credit: Rita Colina

Meanwhile, Grades 3-6 welcomed 11 – F Del Mundo’s Save the Motherboard which involves superheroes Rihanna Reuse, Richard Reduce, and Rachel Recycle. The campaign has two main activities, the Cleanest Homeroom Challenge: E-waste Edition and the Launchpad, an exhibit that aims to give basic information on e-waste.

11 – CF Calderon’s campaign at K-2 dubbed Super E-roes also included room-to-room activities where they taught a song-and-dance number. Aside from this, they also facilitated an educational game on proper e-waste disposal.

E-waste deposits will be accepted until May 5. //by Bryan Lina and Trisa de Ocampo

UPIS students participate in Japan’s EMICA Camp



Six UPIS students participated in the Ehime-Matsuyama International Camp for Science & Culture (EMICA Camp) in Matsuyama City, Japan last March 25-31.

The EMICA camp which started last 2016 aimed to foster camaraderie and understanding of different cultures though activities with participants of different cultural backgrounds. For the first time this year, the program included representatives from Thailand and Indonesia together with the UPIS and Ehime students.

REMEMBRANCE. EMICA delegates savor the moment at their cultural trip to Ishite-ji temple. Photo Credit: Prof. Rachel Ramirez


UNITED MINDS. Ivan Cunanan and his Thai and Japanese groupmates present their idea at the Umbrella Bag Rocket Making Competition. Photo Credit: Prof. Rachel Ramirez


Grade 10 students Anton Almira, Alex Arugay, Ron Castro, Ivan Cunanan, Jarod De Luna, and Bianca Morales stayed at the Ehime University for a week. They participated in lectures and research presentations that crossed cultural borders. The group also enjoyed a cultural tour of various places around Matsuyama such as the historical city of Uchiko, Buddhist temple at Ishiteji, and the Matsuyama Castle.

“Marami kaming natutunan sa isa't isa lalo na po sa kultura ng ibang mga bansa especially, Japan. Sobrang nag-enjoy po kaming lahat kasi magaganda yung sights nung field trip at nakakita po kami ng konting Cherry Blossoms,’’ said Ron Castro said when asked about his experience.

Prof. Rachel Ramirez and Prof. Regina Taduran accompanied the group. UPIS students who were chosen to participate in this year’s program also accommodated the Ehime visitors who visited the school last year. //by Bryan Lina and Dane Jamandron

UPIS infrastructure projects commence


Improvements to some UPIS facilities continue in the next few weeks.

The renovation of the UPIS Bulwagan 3-6 is expected to begin as soon as Jesus Asuncion Builder, the project’s contractor, obtains the permit to start from the UP Office of the Campus Architect (OCA).

ALL SET. With its interior finally cleared, the Bulwagan 3-6 is now ready for its renovations to begin.
Photo Credit: Suzy Uy





















According to Assistant Principal for Administration (APA) Prof. Melanie Donkor, the refurbishments were rompted by invasive tree roots which caused cracks and ridges in the structure’s flooring. The Bulwagan shall be revamped so as to minimize potential future damage that may be caused by the tree roots. DENR did not permit the cutting of the tree.

The project is tagged at P2.6 million and funding will come from the P20 million budget allocated to UPIS for the construction and renovation of its facilities.

Entrances and exits to the 3-6 campus may be diverted in order to ensure safety during the renovation.

On the other hand, construction of the UPIS Gym is expected to finish on April 22, 2017.


FINISHING TOUCH. A portion of the UPIS  Gym’s exterior walls are being polished in preparation for the installation of bricks. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

Construction is now on its final stage with the exterior walls currently being covered with bricks and the flooring and interiors set to be furnished a few weeks from now.

INSIDE ACCESS. The Gym’s interior is getting ready for furnishing as its completion nears. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy

Meanwhile, renovations of the UPIS Auditorium continue, with its walls currently being painted and prepared for soundproofing. Funding will come from the P20 million-budget allocated to UPIS for the capital outlay and realignment of the green perimeter fence while bidding for the new air conditioning units and theatre seats is still ongoing.


LIFT ‘EM UP. Frames of the recently-elevated Auditorium seats await the new theatre seats. Photo Credit: Suzy Uy


Since improvements are expected to take some more time, Recognition Day activities will be diverted to the NISMED. //by Bryan Lina and Chesca Santiago

News: Batches 2019 and 2020 glimmer in Lumine 2017


A luminous night indeed.

Juniors and Seniors from Batches 2019 and 2020 illuminated the Celebrity Sports Plaza, Quezon City in Lumine, their Junior-Senior Promenade, last February 18.

This year's prom featured a program inspired by the details in renowned Harry Potter series by author J.K. Rowling. The Triwizard Tournament was a new activity for this year’s prom where representatives from both batches competed to be the first to answer a question correctly. The winner’s table got to be the first to eat.

Another first in Lumine is “The Chosen Ones” title awarded to Batch 2020’s Megarth Morillo and Sophia Loriega. The title was accorded to the pair who picked the papers with the words “The Chosen Ones” written on them.

Michael Tee Jr. and Samantha Faye Salazar were crowned as this year’s Prom King and Queen while Bryant Galicia and Ellene Arceo were hailed as Prom Prince and Princess.

ROYALTY. Prom King Michael Tee, Jr. and Prom Queen Samantha Faye Salazar are crowned together with “The Chosen Ones” Megarth Morillo and Sophia Loriega (left) and Prom Prince and Princess Bryant Galicia and Ellene Arceo (right). Photo Credit: Diego Badion

The traditional turnover ceremony was also held wherein the seniors passed on their responsibilities to the juniors. The key that represents the responsibilities was handed over to Erika Sasazawa, the President of Juniors Association by Fred Samonte, Senior Council’s president; the torch of light from Chesca Joves to Mae Rodgers and the banner of Excellence from Patience Ventura to Rizza Cabrera.

Pairs from both batches were chosen to dance the cotillion. Bands Amamimamols, FLL, Smilky, and Silakbo together with other artists performed in the event as well. //Bryan Lina, Rebeca Sinchongco

UPIS places 2nd overall in YouThink 2017


Fifteen students from the Media Center 2018 (MC2018) represented UPIS and won first runner-up honors in the recently-concluded YouThink 2017 held last February 18 at the UP Palma Hall.

YouThink is an annual writing seminar and competition for high school students organized by The Guilder Institute, the official publication of the UP Cesar EA Virata School of Business. Co-presented by The Philippine Star, this year’s event was themed Metanoia: Be the Change.

ANTICIPATION. Young delegates from 11 Metro Manila schools are all ears as Youthink '17 commences. Photo Credit: Guilder Wire

Garnering the second highest overall score, UPIS bested 9 other schools including third placer Holy Spirit School of Quezon City but fell short to champion St. Theresa’s College.

The MC2018 team also bagged 4 individual medals, with Trisa de Ocampo and Marianne Sasing taking home 1st place in the News Writing and Business Writing events, respectively. Hannah Manalo finished next to Sasing in the same category while Hillary Fajutagana clinched third in the Editorial Writing event.

De Ocampo, Sasing, and other first place winners have the chance to have their work published in The Philippine Star.

The representatives were distributed among 6 writing events, namely, News, Business News, Feature, Editorial, Cartooning, and Photojournalism. Before the competition, a series of talks regarding the said writing events were conducted.

“It was a great learning experience for us and hopefully we can share what we learned with our classmates,” shared Forth Soriano, MC2018’s Editor-in-Chief who also participated in the event.// by Bryan Lina

News: Batch 2018 prepares for UPCAT


UPIS Batch 2018 attended two orientation programs in preparation for taking the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) at the 4th Floor AV Room last January 31 and February 7.

Batch 2018 is the first batch of students to take the UPCAT since AY 2014-2015, the last school year before the K-12 program was fully implemented.

PAY ATTENTION. 2x9 is all ears as Ms. Dianne Catibog’s talk about the UPCAT process. Photo credit: Jem Torrecampo

The first talk given by Ms. Dianne Catibog of the UP Diliman Office of Admissions aimed to foster awareness on the whole UPCAT process - including application requirements, exam coverage, and test-taking tips. Colleges and courses offered in UP Diliman were also discussed.

Dr. Tristan Nathaniel Ramos, director of the UP Manila Office of Student Affairs, facilitated the second orientation wherein a list of the colleges and courses offered in UP Manila were enumerated. Dr. Ramos also shared bits and personal stories from his student days in UP Manila.

The talks were organized by the Department of Student Services in coordination with the admissions offices of UP Diliman and UP Manila.

UPIS Batch 2018 is expected to take the UPCAT during the first semester of AY 2017-2018.//Hanzvic Dellomas and Bryan Lina

News: UPIS student, nabiktima ng street children


Nagtamo ng minor injury ang isang mag-aaral ng Grado 5 matapos hampasin ng street children sa tapat ng UP School of Economics noong nakaraang linggo.

Pauwi na ang biktima at ilang kamag-aral nito nang paluin ng kawayan sa batok ang nabanggit na estudyante. Ayon sa mga mag-aaral, sinubukan pang batuhin ng street children ang grupo nila nang makita at mapigilan ito ng isang dumaarang concerned parent mula sa K-2.

Bago ang insidente, nauna nang inagaw ng street children ang nahulog na pera ng biktima. “Pagkatapos po naming maglaro sa sunken garden, nawala po ‘yung pera ng isa kong kaklase at nakita po naming pinulot ng street children. ‘Di na po namin pinatulan pero po nung pauwi na kami bigla na lang akong hinampas sa ulo,” pagbabahagi ng biktima ukol sa insidente.

Naiulat na sa paaralan ang insidente at kasalukuyang nireresolba ang isyu sa ilalim ng pangangasiwa ng administrasyon ng paaralan.// nina Bryan Lina at Beca Sinchongo

Forum on Martial Law held at UPIS



A forum regarding student activism during the Marcos regime was conducted yesterday, December 1 at the UPIS Ramp Area.

Mr. Francisco Guiang of the UP History Department lectured on the history of the student movement and its role during the Marcos regime. His lecture included an overview on the socioeconomic perspective and circumstances leading to the Martial Law period. He highlighted the height of the student movement prior to Martial Law and he explained the factors that led to the crackdown of overt student activism that boiled down to the declaration of Martial Law.

EDUCATING THE YOUTH. Mr. Francisco Guiang relays the history of student activism during the Marcos regime before the students of UPIS. Photo credit: Prof. Allen Villota.

Meanwhile, Sir Bonifacio Ilagan, convenor of the First Quarter Storm Movement of Martial Law veterans and the Campaign Against the Return of the Marcoses to Malacanang (CARMMA) expressed his personal experiences during Martial Law. He recalled how he was tortured and how his sister became a desaparecido. He stressed to everyone how those events are reasons why he is firm on his belief that the Marcoses should never return to power.

After the lectures, the speakers answered several historical questions and gave clarifications, and sentiments.

The forum was organized by the Pamunuan ng Kamag-aral 7-10 and was attended by several UPIS students during lunch time. // by Bryan Lina, with reports from Chesca Santiago

UPIS Gym first phase eyes October completion



The first phase of construction of the UPIS Gymnasium is expected to finish this October 2016, four months since it commenced last May 26.

PHASE ONE. The UPIS gym cover is nearing completion after almost 4 months in the making.
Photo credit: Gelleen Esposo 


The first phase covers the foundation, walls, columns, and roof of the gymnasium. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) funded the expenses of construction through the P10 million benefaction of Cong. Sonny Belmonte. RE Orlina Construction Corp. is the chosen contractor.

The second phase of construction is set to begin immediately and is expected to conclude in February. It shall cover the remaining parts of the gymnasium such as the lockers, flooring, and bleachers. Senator Chiz Escudero subsidized P15 million for this stage.

Construction was first scheduled in March but was delayed due to budget complications.

// by Bryan Lina and Chesca Santiago

UPIS unveils Centennial Coffee Table Book

The University of the Philippines Integrated School (UPIS) unveiled its Centennial Coffee Table Book on Monday, September 5 at the UPIS Function Room.

Led by its Editorial Staff Prof. Nancy T. Flor, Prof. Anthony Joseph C. Ocampo, and Prof. Roselle J. Velasquez, the title has finally been published after more than two years of production.

BIG THREE. The editorial board (from L-R: Prof. Roselle Velasquez, Prof. Anthony Ocampo, Prof. Nancy Flor) presents the highly anticipated limited edition book.
Photo Credit: Roselle Velasquez

The book serves as UPIS’ tribute for the centennial celebration of UP High, the first of the laboratory schools of the College of Education. It features the history of the school and its transition from UP High to UPIS. It also pays tribute to the batches and alumni over the years. Several interesting trivia and other untold stories are also included in the memorabilia.

According to Prof. Velasquez, the book also aims to be a fundraiser for UPIS and proceeds from the book will be of help to its future needs.

This limited edition title costs Php 1,000 each. Orders of at least 10 copies will entitle the patron to a 10% discount. Those who are interested may call 929 7797 or 981 8500 loc 4451 and look for Ms. Lita Capones.

MEMORABILIA. The cover gives us a glimpse of the whole UPIS experience through the years.
Photo Credit: Roselle Velasquez

Further details and updates are available through the UPIS Centennial Coffee Table Book Facebook page. // by Bryan Lina


ERRATUM: This article was written by Bryan Lina not by Chesca Santiago as previously posted.

Feature: MCHistory

The very first issue of Ang Aninag, the official school paper of UP Integrated School (UPIS), was released in 1973. The paper was usually printed in broadsheet size, with exceptions of special editions printed in Berliner.

The Editorial page of the first ever edition of Ang Aninag.
The paper included articles about events from June-September 1973.

Throughout its publication, the printed paper had the following recurring sections: News, Opinion, Sports, Features, and Literary. Also included were games such as crosswords puzzles or photo quizzes. The layouts mirrored that of newspapers published in the country.

New volumes were released yearly and noticeable transformations are seen in each edition, including new logos and section titles. Staffers had the choice to use their full names or initials in articles and pen names in literary articles.

A big difference, however, lies in the writing itself as words, terms, and styles used have definitely changed as time went by.

On August 27, 2011, the UPIS community celebrated the birth of yet another vital piece of its identity: Ang Aninag Online.

The first header of Ang Aninag Online created by Media Center 1 2012 Editor in Chief, Kaye Banaag.
The site's first layout was inspired by traditional pen and ink.


Led by Media Center (MC) 1 2012, the launch of the first official, and so far only online student publication of UPIS, was a huge jump from the print media tradition of the school to cater to the changing interests of its audience.

Ang Aninag Online’s first publishing day featured only news articles and was a success despite the lack of other official social media accounts of the Media Center.

A lot has changed since then. Through the years, both casual and avid readers have seen the addition of the other regular sections, particularly Sports, Opinion, Features, and Literary. They have also contributed to the rise of publishing traditions, such as Creative Writing Projects, MCPakisabi, MCSagutan, and Di MaAninag (the online paper’s spoof edition).

MC 2013's teaser for the comeback pub features symbols for the online paper's different sections.
Photo Credit: Paolo Aljibe

Yearly, there is a steady increase in the number of MC staff members and various writers have continuously created a solid following. There is also a marked increase in page views and in 2013, Ang Aninag Online hit its first thousand view mark, shortly after the establishment of its official Twitter account (@upismediacenter) and its official Facebook page (UPIS Media Center).

The editorial staff of Media Center 2018.
They are the first MC batch to manage the paper for 2 years running.

As Ang Aninag Online approaches its fifth year, its evolution has been off the charts. The debut pub of MC 2018, for example, set an exceptional record for number of views with a whopping 6,186. Though technological advancements did help pave the way, it is the spirited fervor and sincere enthusiasm of the staff and readers that carried the online paper to what it is today.

MC 2018's first publishing night dubbed #MCmula
holds the Ang Aninag Online publishing record for most number of views.


With all these, it goes to show that Ang Aninag Online is living up to its potential and is continuing to grow alongside its writers and the UPIS community. // by Chesca Santiago, Trisa De Ocampo, Hanzvic Dellomas, Cedric Jacobo, Bryan Lina, Beca Sinchongco

Spoof Sports Feature: KR Swish: Isang Tunay na Hokage



"Nang dahil sa basketball, marami akong nakilalang girlaloos."

Si Kenneth Rabang, o mas kilala bilang KR Swish, ang isa sa mga pinakaastig na estudyante ng UPIS. Hindi matatawaran ang kanyang pagka-baller sa paglalaro ng basketbol.

Sino ba namang hindi iidolo sa kanya? Kung mayroon tayong tinatawag na go with the flow, ang kanya namang skill ay "roll with the ball." Meron pa siyang super tummy na sobrang yummy. Saan ka pa?

Parte siya ng basketbol team ng UPIS kung saan patuloy niyang ginagamit ang kanyang talento upang maipahiwatig ang magandang salita ng laro. Kinagigiliwan sya ng kanyang mga fans at iniidolo ng buong komunidad ng UPIS.

Si KR Swish ay parang si Steph Curry—cutie, sexy, magaling magbasketball at higit sa lahat God-fearing. Ang pinagkaiba lang nila ay imported at medyo mas sosyal ang sabon ni Steph. Sapagkat wala nang time maghanap si Swish ng ganung sabon dahil iginugugol niya ang karamihan ng kanyang oras sa pagiging student-athlete.

Kaya naman bidang bida siya at dapat siyang tularan ng lahat. Inaabangan siya sa tuwing maglalaro sa court. Kung may mga ticket na binebenta, siguradong sold out dahil maraming nagnanais na masaksihan ang kanyang paglalaro. May maririnig pa ngang, "Napakalupit mo, KR!" at iba pang nagtitilian na babae at lalaki.

Tunay na inspirasyon sa ating lahat si Swish. Kahit ano pa ang ipagawa sa kanya, no question, kayang kaya ni KR yan. Wala ka nang hihilingin pa. Kaya kanino ka pa ba? Dito ka na kay KR, ang tunay na Hokage! / nina Jaggie Gregorio at Bryan Lina