Congratulation to our very own APOAAS 189 Lafayette Dragons for winning 1st Runner up Filcomm Fiesta cup on the recently concluded Isang Bangkang Malaya 2025! 3 consecutive years of being at the podium!
The Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association in Singapore continues to showcase exceptional prowess in dragon boat racing, as their team, the Lafayette Dragons, achieved a commendable 1st Runner Up position at the prestigious Isang Bankang Malaya Filcomm Fiesta 2025. This consistent performance, with the team having placed as champions, secured 3rd runner-up, and now 1st runner-up over the past three years, highlights not only their skill and dedication but also their passion for fostering camaraderie and promoting Filipino culture through sports.
The Isang Bankang Malaya Filcomm Fiesta, an annual event aimed at celebrating Filipino culture and uniting the community in Singapore, serves as a platform for participants to exhibit their synergy, endurance, and sportsmanship. Held at the scenic Kallang Riverside Park, the competition draws dragon boat teams worldwide to partake in friendly yet competitive races, making it a major highlight within the Filipino diaspora’s event calendar.
This year’s competition saw the Lafayette Dragons pulling out all the stops in a display of teamwork and strategic rowing honed by years of experience and practice. Their remarkable improvement since clinching the championship title three years ago reflects their rigorous training regimen and unwavering commitment to excellence. Garnering the 1st Runner Up position amidst fierce international competitors serves as a testament to their enduring legacy and ambition to remain at the top of their game.
Beyond the accolades and trophies, the 2025 1st Runner Up finish reinforces the unity and solidarity among the members of the Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association in Singapore. The Lafayette Dragons’ success not only boosts the spirit of the alumni community but also inspires upcoming generations within the APOAAS to uphold the values of leadership, friendship, and service through cultural and sporting endeavors.
As the sun sets on another successful Isang Bankang Malaya Filcomm Fiesta, the Lafayette Dragons of the Alpha Phi Omega Alumni Association in Singapore stand poised for yet another remarkable journey in the years to come. Their remarkable legacy continues to cement their status as formidable competitors in the dragon boat community, one that echoes widely within Singapore and beyond its shores.