FACES OF CEBU: Jes Vincent Catayas, 39, Cebuano jiu-jitsu fighter

Emmariel Ares 12/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – From a very young age, Jes Vincent Catayas knew that his whole being yearned to be a part of the intricate world of martial arts. Young and innocent, an 8-year-old Catayas was certain…

Malilay Sisters, PHL Jiu-Jitsu team honored by Senate for international triumphs

Glendale G. Rosal 12/04/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu’s rising jiu-jitsu stars, Eliecha Zoe and Ellise Xoe Malilay, received well-deserved recognition from the Senate of the Philippines on Tuesday, December 3, for their outstanding achievements on the international jiu-jitsu stage. The…

Malilay bags Cebu City Niño’s gold in Batang Pinoy Jiu-Jitsu

Glendale G. Rosal 11/27/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jiu-Jitsu world champion Ellise Xoe Malilay led the Cebu City Niños’ charge in their Jiu-Jitsu campaign in the Batang Pinoy National Finals in Puerto Princesa, Palawan this week. The 17-year-old Ellise Xoe, who…

Ellise Malilay clinches gold at Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu C’ships

Glendale G. Rosal 11/10/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebuana Jiu-Jitsu standout Ellise Xoe Malilay claimed another prestigious accolade, securing a gold medal at the 2024 Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The 17-year-old, who trains in…

Eliecha Zoe Malilay wins gold in JJIF 2024 World Championships

Glendale G. Rosal 11/04/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuana jiu jitsu ace Eliecha Zoe Malilay added another feather to her cap after winning the gold medal in the Jiu Jitsu International Federation 2024 World Championships in Heraklion, Greece on Sunday, November…

Eliecha Malilay wins bronze at Jiu-Jitsu Youth World Cup in Greece

Glendale B. Rosal 11/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu’s jiu-jitsu standout Eliecha Zoe Malilay delivered an impressive performance at the Jiu-Jitsu Asian Union (JJAU)-Jiu-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) Youth World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, securing a bronze medal in the women’s under…

Malilay sisters to compete in Youth World Cup Jiu-Jitsu in Greece

Glendale G. Rosal 10/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The vaunted Malilay sisters will test their mettle against the best female Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes in the upcoming Ju-Jitsu Asian Union (JJAU)-Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) Youth World Cup slated from October 28 to…

Malilay sisters clinch podium finishes in AJP Int’l Jiu-Jitsu tilt in Dubai

Glendale G. Rosal 09/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines  — The renowned Malilay jiu-jitsu sisters delivered convincing performances at the recently concluded AJP Tour Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championships 2024 last weekend. They both finished on the podium in the same weight division of…

Ellise Xoe Malilay settles for bronze in Thailand BJJ tilt

Glendale G. Rosal 06/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuana Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu sensation Ellise Xoe Malilay put on a convincing finish in the recently concluded  Thailand Open Youth Regional & Masters 2024 held in Bangkok, Thailand. Malilay the younger sister of the…

Tan brothers to vie in major Jiu-Jitsu tilts in the US

Glendale G. Rosal 06/04/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Brothers Jared and Jansen Tan will continue to represent the Philippines in major Jiu-Jitsu tournaments this year. These two young United States-based Cebuano martial artists revealed that they will be competing in the…

Studio32 to hold own BJJ tilt, compete in more tourneys after recent success

Glendale G. Rosal 05/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — After raking in medals in the recent Marianas Pro Manila 2024, Cebu’s very own Studio32 Martial Arts plans to hold its own tournament soon with hopes of further sharpening the skills of its…

PHL Jiu-Jitsu team clinches 2 silver medals in JJIF Asian Youth tilt

Glendale G. Rosal 05/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Jiu-Jitsu team finished with two silvers in the Jiu-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) Asian Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championships held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates earlier this week. Cebuana Jiu-Jitsu ace Ellise Xoe…

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