The energy? Electric. Competition? Fierce. Camaraderie? Unmatched! Staff Domain Olympics 2025 proved once again why this annual sports fest is one of our most anticipated events of the year.
Held over two exciting weeks in Ortigas, Philippines, this year’s Olympics was a true celebration of talent, teamwork, and fun. From quick-thinking board games to high-energy court battles, every event brought out the best in our players and the loudest cheers from our audience.
Two Weeks, Countless Highlights
Our games kicked off right here in the office with a line-up that kept both participants and spectators on their toes. Staff clashed over Scrabble, Chess, Foosball, Billiards, and Pick-Up Sticks, plus traditional Filipino favourites like Sungka,Tumbang Preso, Ten-Twenty, and Chinese Garter. Even the digital realm saw action with an intense Mobile Legends tournament.
Outdoor and off-site games brought even more thrill, including Table Tennis and Pickleball matches, as well as Swimming (Breaststroke and Freestyle) and Bowling.
The Grand Finale at Poveda College
The climax of this year’s Olympics was nothing short of spectacular. On the final Saturday, we took over the gymnasium at St. Pedro Poveda College for a full day of competition. Here, the stakes were at their highest for Basketball, Volleyball, Sprint, and Badminton, all played in front of roaring crowds. The atmosphere was electric, every play charged with adrenaline and the spirit of friendly rivalry.
And the Winners Are… 🏆
After two weeks of non-stop action, the Red Dragons emerged as the Overall Champions, taking home the coveted trophy and a cash prize of ₱15,000.
Highlight from our Global Head of HR:
"A massive shoutout to the Red Dragons — our official champions! You earned that gold with heart, hustle, and teamwork. And to the Blue Griffins — your spirit and determination were gold in themselves."
Meet the Champions
- Overall Team Winner: Red Dragons
- Overall MVPs: Daniel Raquintan & Eduardo Siasol
- Basketball MVP: Kenneth Ando
- Volleyball MVP: Sean Garchitorena
- Mythical 5 (Basketball): Kenneth Ando, Adrian Chino Carbonel, Kristopher Cabrera, Eduardo Siasol, Jayson Rada
- Mythical 6 (Volleyball): Daniela Concepcion, Daniel Raquintan, Bhie Bonifacio, Ailen Pangilinan, Sean Garchitorena, Esthan Obusam
- Basketball (Team Play): Champions – Red Dragons
- Volleyball (Team Play): Champions – Red Dragons
- Table Tennis: Cristina Combs & Michael Camba
- Pickleball: Daniel Clarke & Ken Martin Dy
- Foosball: Daniel Raquintan & Fleurette Gallardo
- Billiards: Kim Datulin & Kim Sacopla
- Badminton: Marconi Soretes & Mark Jayson Samalca
- Sprint: Eduardo Siasol
- Mobile Legends: Edwin Aruta Jr., Ryan Angelo Matienzo, John Emmanuel Rabang, Adrian Chino Carbonel, Carl Bryan Samson
Swimming (Freestyle): Champion: Amy Skinner - Swimming (Breaststroke): Amy Skinner
- Chess: Francisco Ramil Jr.
- Sungka: Ajie Vera
- Pick Up Sticks: Jaycris Garcia
- Jackstones: Tricia Julian Olatan
- Hula-Hoop: Tricia Julian Olatan
- Bowling: Eduardo Siasol, Jocelyn Singson, Edwin Aruta Jr., Raniel Enriquez
- Chinese Garter: Inna Encinas
- Ten-Twenty: Fleurette Gallardo
- Tumbang Preso: Fleurette Gallardo
- Scrabble: Daniel Raquintan
What Our People Said
“What I enjoyed most about the sports fest was the spirit of competition, the adrenaline rush, and the intensity of the games. The energy from the crowd was uplifting, and the excitement throughout the event was contagious. The venue was fantastic, and the food added to the overall great experience.”
“I get to see people in the organization in a different light, which is amazing, because we’re used to seeing them in their business attire, working, etc…”
“I enjoyed everything! From the venue, to food, to the amazing HR who organized the event and of course to all the peeps who cheered, played, yell and enjoyed themselves last Saturday! Coming all the way from Bulacan – it was all worth it!”
“I really enjoyed the friendly competition and the camaraderie of everyone. I felt a strong sense of belonging to the team, even though it was my first time meeting them, since I work from home and am client-facing.”
“What I enjoyed most about the sports fest was the team spirit and energy whether you’re a client facing or ven part of the management. It was fun to see everyone whether playing or cheering, come together, support each other, and just enjoy the moment. It wasn’t just about winning but building stronger bonds and creating great memories with Staff Domain.”
More Than Just Games
The Staff Domain Olympics 2025 wasn’t just about medals or prizes. It’s about building bonds, creating memories, and celebrating the incredible talent and diversity of our team. Whether competing on the court, cheering from the stands, or lending a helping hand behind the scenes, everyone played a part in making this event a success.
For Staff Domain, the Olympics is more than just an annual tradition, it’s a reminder that the same qualities that win games also build great companies. When people return to their desks with the same unity they felt on the court, we know the event has done its job.
And that’s the real victory. 🥇
