CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Swimmers and sports delegations from across the island have arrived at the Digos Aquatic Sports Complex for the 1 Mindanao Swimming Championship 2026 on Oct. 24–25.
The two-day aquatic tournament brings together hundreds of athletes and regional clubs under the theme "One Mindanao. One Goal. One Championship. One Legacy."
Digos Venue
Northern Mindanao and Lanao delegations are represented by clubs such as Plunge & Swim, Iligan Pride Swimming Team, Iligan Aquaholics, and Maramag Aqua Flyers.
The Zamboanga Peninsula sends strong contenders including the Dipolog Blue Marlins, D' Aqua Conquerors Swimming Club, and Zamboanga City Swimming Team.
Regional Squads
Teams from southern and central Mindanao include the Sarangani Blue Dolphins, Dadiangas Atlas Swim Team, Kidapawan Longwave Swim Team, and DavSur Atlantheans.
Caraga and Davao delegations add to the deep field with squads like Aqua Cruisers Bayugan City, Mati Silent Fighters, Davao Tidal Gliders, and Agusan del Sur Swim Team.
Official Medals
Organizers unveiled the official championship trophies alongside gold, silver, and bronze finisher medals designed specifically for the competition.
Each finisher medal highlights core competitive values, with gold honoring excellence, silver recognizing perseverance, and bronze celebrating courage on the blocks.
Grassroots Legacy
Organized by Philippine Aquatics Inc. and Mad Wave, the event receives official backing from the Philippine Sports Commission and the Office of Senator Christopher "Bong" Go.
The championship aims to elevate grassroots swimming standards and build long-term athletic unity across Regions IX, X, XI, XII, CARAGA, and BARMM.
