AJHS grade 7 fencer Jowie Cabaccan grabs Gold at Oblation Cup IV

At the Oblation Cup IV held last August in Quezon City, three Ateneo de Manila Junior High School (AJHS) Blue Eagles earned podium finishes. 

Jowie Cabaccan (7-Alfonso) captured gold in the U12 Mixed Épée.

Ethan Santos (7-Aranha) brought home the silver in the U14 Boys’ Sabre, while Qody Omengan (9-Ireland) secured the bronze in the same category.

The Ateneo Fencing Team's sabre coaches are Edward Daliva and Rebekah Reyno, and Alexander Ragot for épée. The tournament drew participants from a range of fencing clubs and school-based teams across Metro Manila, fostering a competitive yet developmental environment for young fencers. Oblation Cup IV continued its tradition of providing a dynamic platform for aspiring athletes. 

Organized by Oblation Fencing—a respected fencing club in Metro Manila—the event featured U12 to U14 categories across all three weapons: épée, foil, and sabre. As in previous editions, the competition focused on skill development, offering young fencers the opportunity to gain valuable tournament experience through spirited and well-matched bouts. 

The Oblation Cup IV was held on August 24 and August 30–31, 2025, at the FBR Arcade Building along Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City.