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FEU relishes ruling UAAP Cheerdance in front of packed crowd–unlike last time
FEU Cheering Squad celebrate its UAAP Cheerdance 2023 title. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Winning the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition crown was sweeter for the Far Eastern University Cheering Squad than ruling the bubble edition with the team’s reign only lasting for six months then.
The FEU Cheering Squad coach Randell San Gregorio reclaimed the championship he lost in Season 85 as his team wowed the 18,122 fans with their near-flawless routine and spread nostalgia with the classic video game, Super Mario Bros, on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.
It was a vindication for San Gregorio and his squad after finally winning a competition in full capacity as their last one was during the 15-member and three-minute routine before a limited and drumless atmosphere in Season 84.
NU coach confident his team will find right mix for next UAAP Cheerdance
NU Pep Squad’s debuting coach Gab Bajacan after the team finished first runner up in the UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — National University Pep Squad failed to defend its throne in coach Gab Bajacan’s debut as the team settled for silver in the UAAP Cheerdance Competition on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.
Ushering a new era in after the departure of Ghicka Bernabe, Bajacan had mixed emotions in his first competition with the NU Pep Squad performing an Elvis Presley-themed routine in front of 18,122 fans.
“To be honest, it’s sad because we were prepared before entering the blue mats. But the main competition is different and we couldn’t avoid some things during the performance,” said Bajacan in Filipino.
UAAP Cheerdance 2023 winners list
FEU Cheering Squad rules UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
- FEU Cheering Squad – 702.5 points
- NU Pep Squad – 697 points
- UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe – 684 points
- Adamson Pep Squad – 665 points
- UP Pep Squad – 602 points
- UE Pep Squad – 559 points
- DLSU Animo Squad – 555.5 points
- Ateneo Blue Eagles – 532 points
FEU celebrates UAAP cheerdance title
CHAMFEUNS!
The FEU Cheering Squad reclaims the UAAP Cheerdance Competition crown. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ
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FEU wins UAAP Cheerdance Competition crown
FEU Cheering Squad rules UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Bringing nostalgia through its Super Mario-themed routine, Far Eastern University Cheering Squad reclaimed the UAAP Cheerdance Competition crown in Season 86 on Saturday
The FEU Cheering Squad brought 18,122 spectators at the Mall of Asia Arena and millions of television viewers to the world of Super Mario, the classic and beloved video game, through the team’s superb stunts and impressive dance.
FEU Cheering Squad reclaims UAAP Cheerdance crown in 2023
SUPER TAMARAWS.
The FEU Cheering Squad is the UAAP Cheerdance Competition champion for 2023 in Season 86.
NU Pep Squad settles for 1st runner up in Season 86
The NU Pep Squad is the 1st runner-up in the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition.
UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe claims Season 86 2nd runner up
UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe is the UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023 second runner up.
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Video: UST Salinggawi Dance troupe entertains with Blackpink-fueled routine
HOW YOU LIKE THAT
WATCH: UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe performs to songs of K-pop group Blackpink. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/EpJTCk4akD
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UST Salinggawi Dance Troup coach Mark Anthony Chaiwalla: “I’m confident this UAAP Cheerdance season really saved the best for the last.”
UST team captain Richard Lajorda. “We trained extra. we trained morning, and afternoon. Para mahabol endurance namin, for the whole team. To have a good and savage performance.”
Video: FEU Cheering Squad brings back memories with Super Mario-inspired routine
SUPER TAMARAWS
WATCH: The FEU Cheering Squad brings nostalgia with a Super Mario-themed routine. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/gWZPIETH81
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FEU Cheering Squad coach Randell San Gregorio: “Praise God for that performance. We wanted to step away from our usual theme na pop icon na maangas lang. We wanted to show something different this year. We’re blessed to be able to showcase Super Mario this year.”
Video: DLSU Animo Squad performs to Latin Music
DLSU Animo Squad dances to Latin music. #UAAPCDC2023 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/a2FH0PqYCG
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“DLSU Animo Squad Ramon Pagaduan.: I’m very satisfied that we’re able to pull it off. There are things they weren’t able to do, but that’s breaks of the game. But I’m happy with their energy.”
Video: UP Pep Squad puts on ‘Eraserheads’ routine
WATCH: UP PEP Squad pays homage to the songs of Eraserheads as the crowd sings Alapaap. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/KqKWacwpuJ
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Gate attendance for UAAP Cheerdance Competition: 18,122
The current gate attendance for the UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023 is 18,122. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ
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Video: Adamson Pep Squad spreads cheers with ‘Trolls’ inspired performance
WATCH: Adamson PEP Squad spreads good vibes at MOA Arena with a Trolls-themed routine. #UAAPCDC2023 | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/jk5V370Ub9
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Adamson Pep Squad captain John Patrick Hosana: “We’re very happy with our performance because my teammates really gave their best. I’m happy to be with them in my last Cheerdance.”
Video: Ateneo Blue Eagles channel Superbowl Halftime show classics
WATCH: Ateneo Blue Eagles’ Super Bowl-themed performance for the #UAAPCDC2023. | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/Qoms5XkPX6
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Ateneo Blue Eagles coach Justice Gimeno: “I’ve been having mixed emotions since this morning. When I saw them performing, I knew they were fighting until the end. I was super proud of them because I saw how much they worked hard for this. So guys, I’m so proud of you.”
Video: Defending champion NU Pep Squad flies high with Elvis routine
WATCH: Defending champion NU PEP Squad rocks the #UAAPCDC2023 with an Elvis Presley-themed performance. | @LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/adyXutmfam
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New NU Pep squad coach Gab Bajacan: “I told my players to give their doubts and worries to us, the coaches. And we’re very happy and proud of their performance. We went through so much, and we’re grateful for the support. Our supporters and community are very appreciative of us.”
Video: UE Pep Squad rocks Anime-themed routine
WATCH: The crowd cheers as the UE PEP Squad performs their anime-themed routine. #UAAPCDC |@LanceAgcaoilINQ pic.twitter.com/ZBUQC1yoU9
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UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023 schedule
December 2, Mall of Asia Arena, 2 p.m.
UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023 order of performances
- UE Pep Squad
- NU Pep Squad
- Ateneo Blue Eagles
- Adamson Pep Squad
- UP Pep Squad
- DLSU Animo Squad
- FEU Cheering Squad
- UST Salinggawi Dance Troupe
Where to watch the UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023
Eight schools vie for the UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2023 crown on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena as the first semester of UAAP Season 86 nears its close.
The Cheerdance competition will air live on ONE Sports on free TV and the UAAP Varsity Channel on cable. It will also be broadcast on the Pilipinas Live App.
NU Pep Squad aims to retain UAAP cheerdance crown under new coach
New NU Pep Squad coach Gab Bajacan.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — National University PEP Squad ushers in a new era under coach Gab Bajacan as it seeks to retain its crown in the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition with a theme inspired by the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, on Saturday at Mall of Asia Arena.
Bajacan may be new but he vows to continue the NU Pep Squad’s winning ways that began under former mentor Ghicka Bernabe, who retired after steering NU to another title in Season 85.
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