CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Oroquieta City Central Elementary School captured the grand championship in the Inug-og Drum Corps Competition 2026, besting seven other elementary school contingents across the city.
In addition to the top overall title, Oroquieta City Central Elementary School also won the Best in Majorette special award for its performance.
Podium Finishers
Pines Central Elementary School earned second place overall following a synchronized routine featuring its drum corps and majorettes.
Majorette Kelly Angel Rone expressed gratitude for her team's performance after months of intensive preparation.
"We gave our best for PCES," Rone said. "All the hard training paid off and we are so proud to be representing our school."
Pines Central Elementary School principal Rose Maie Olaivar commended the pupils and school community for their dedication.
"This second-place finish is a result of the perseverance of the pupils and the support of our whole PCES family," Olaivar said.
Talairon Elementary School finished in third place overall while taking home the Best in Uniform special award.
Special Awards
Villaflor Elementary School received the Most Disciplined special award for its focus and coordination throughout the parade and routine.
School officials from the participating contingents noted that the drum corps competition serves as a key platform to develop youth talent in music and performing arts across Oroquieta City.
