Musuan, Bukidnon – Sultan Kudarat State University (SKSU) ANIMO USA Rodeo Club of SKSU Lutayan Campus proudly participated in Rodeo sa Musuan 2026, held on September 19–20, 2026, at Central Mindanao University (CMU), as part of CMU’s 116th Founding Anniversary celebration. For the first time in SKSU history, the University entered the rodeo arena, joining teams and organizations from different institutions. What an unforgettable debut it was, as the SKSU ANIMO USA Rodeo Club proudly secured 3rd Place Overall.
The SKSU ANIMO USA Rodeo Club also achieved remarkable individual and team accomplishments throughout the competition. Ms. Jana Stephanie Sabijon was crowned Ms. Rodeo 2026, while Mr. John Lix Penaranda was named Rodeo King 2026. Ms. Jana Stephanie Sabijon also secured 1st Place in the One Woman Throwing Tying to the Nearest Post event. Mr. Rex Castanares and Mr. Christian Zambrano earned 1st Place in the 2-Men Carambola event. The Men’s Team Casting team, composed of Alphie Pajarilla, Juniel Fayo, John Lix Penaranda, and Christian Zambrano, secured 2nd Place. The Tug of War team, composed of Alexander Castor, Christian Zambarano, Alphie Pajarilla, Rexy Castanares, John Lix Penaranda, and Kyle Casas, also earned 2nd Place. Ms. Kyle Casas brought another victory to SKSU by securing 1st Place in Cowboy Singing.
This historic participation was made possible through the leadership and dedication of Dr. Roselyn G. Andamon and Program Chairperson Eva Rea Fame V. Inocente, who spearheaded the planning, organization, team establishment, and preparation for SKSU’s participation in Rodeo sa Musuan 2026. Their efforts, together with the unwavering support of University President Atty. Cyrus E. Torrena, DPA, MNSA, Dr. Jonathan P. Roque, Dr. Lodifel Deypalan, and the dedicated faculty and staff, particularly Mr. Arnold Diaz, provided the guidance, resources, and encouragement that enabled Sultan Kudarat State University to proudly represent itself on the rodeo stage.
These accomplishments are more than just medals and titles. They represent the courage, teamwork, determination, discipline, and sportsmanship of our students who proudly carried the name of Sultan Kudarat State University into the rodeo arena for the very first time. Their historic participation and remarkable performance demonstrate the dedication and commitment of the entire SKSU ANIMO USA Rodeo Club.
Photo Credits to: Central Post, AGGIE Bulletin, CMU-ORGASMS and Dos Rey
