Davao City native Paolo Tancontian was re-elected as president of the Pilipinas Sambo Federation during an election held at a local hotel in Davao City on December 21, 2024. Tancontian, the founder of the Davao-based national sports association, will serve alongside his newly elected officers from 2025 to 2028.
"I am honored to have been re-elected as President of the Philippine Sambo Federation (PSFI). I extend my deepest appreciation to all our members for their unwavering support and belief in our shared vision: to elevate and expand the reach of Sambo within the Philippines. Together with our newly elected officers, we are committed to surpassing our previous accomplishments and driving Sambo to even greater heights. We will work tirelessly to ensure its continued growth and success. Maraming salamat po sa inyong tiwala at suporta," Tancontian said.
The newly elected officers include James Leetong as first vice president, Roselyn Dayanan as second vice president, Janet T. Sy as secretary general, and Rhea Mae Relampagos as treasurer. Additionally, Engr. Ralph Yee and Dr. Rover Magdale will serve as members of the board of directors. Several commissioners were also elected, as seen in the accompanying photo.
A Legacy of Excellence
Under Tancontian’s leadership, Pilipinas Sambo has achieved remarkable milestones on the international stage. Filipina athletes brought home three medals from global competitions in 2024, solidifying the country’s position in the sport.
At the 2024 World Beach SAMBO Championships in Casablanca, Morocco, held on September 7-8, Davao City natives Sydney Sy-Tancontian and Jeniva Consigna earned bronze medals in their respective categories. Consigna (-72kg) defeated Dauletzhan Nazereke of Kazakhstan in an impressive match, while Sy-Tancontian (+72kg) advanced to the semifinals after a thrilling victory over Guinea’s Sylla Ramatoulaye in the quarterfinals.
Adding to the federation’s achievements, Aislinn Yap claimed the gold medal in the 80kg Combat SAMBO Women's division at the 2024 World SAMBO Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan. Yap’s triumph as a world champion, along with strong performances from her teammates, underscores Pilipinas Sambo's growing reputation as an international contender.
Strengthening Grassroots Development
The Pilipinas Sambo Federation has also prioritized grassroots development. From December 16-22, 2024, the organization conducted training sessions for students of Sta. Ana National High School in Davao City. This initiative aims to nurture young talent and further expand the sport’s reach across the Philippines.
With his re-election, Paolo Tancontian is poised to lead the federation to even greater success, fostering a new generation of athletes while solidifying the country’s position in the global SAMBO community.
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