’02 Good to be true: Poveda Batch 2002 tees off for a cause at The Orchard Golf and Country Club
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Cloudy skies and the threat of rain didn’t stop golfers from showing up for the first Poveda 2002 Golf Tournament, held on Aug. 18 at the Player Course of The Orchard Golf and Country Club in Dasmariñas, Cavite.
Organized by Poveda Batch 2002 in partnership with Sta. Lucia Land Inc., the charity tournament brought together friends, family, alumni, and members of the golf community for a day of friendly competition and fundraising.
The event was held for the benefit of the Asociación de Alumnas de Poveda, the alumni association of Saint Pedro Poveda College.
The tournament surpassed the organizers’ expected goals, and the funds generated will support the association’s community outreach initiatives, charity programs, and other projects.
Additionally, the tournament gathered a total of 72 sponsors who generously gave gifts for raffles and giveaways. Among these were Palawan Pay and CWC as major sponsors, Clubface as the event’s apparel sponsor and San Miguel as the event’s drink sponsor.
Despite the rainy forecast, the weather cooperated just in time for the opening prayer led by Poveda alumna Marga Puyat, followed by the ceremonial tee-off led by eight-year-old Tyly Bernardino, the tournament’s youngest player.
Michelle Robles-De Castro, representing Sta. Lucia Land Inc. and also an alumna of Poveda Batch 2002, welcomed the players and guests with the tournament’s welcoming remarks. Lara Santico-Vicente then went through the tournament rules before the players headed out to the course.
Behind the event were Poveda Batch 2002 alumnae Trinna Bernardino, Michelle Robles-De Castro, Andrea Mago, Alex Ocampo, Lara Santico-Vicente, Cathy Dizon, Bea Santos and Berry Stehmeier, who came together to organize the tournament in support of their alma mater and its community.
The tournament welcomed 170 players and guests for the day’s activities, among them 12 club champions.
Adding another highlight to the event, the Poveda 2002 Golf Tournament was recognized as a qualifying event for the World Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC), happening in September 2026. WAGC Director Mark Leviste was present to award Certificates of Qualification to the players.
Unlike major golf tournaments, the Poveda 2002 Golf Tournament was organized without a golf director, yet it was still executed flawlessly, delivering a highly competitive amateur event.
This also reflects the Povedan core values: commitment, excellence and Christ-centeredness.
Overseeing the tournament, there were two rulesmen on the course, namely, Francis Montallana and Marvin Dumandan. There were also four marshals roaming the course.
Off the course, the event continued with food, prizes, raffles and music by DJ Santino Laurel, giving players and guests a chance to unwind and celebrate after their rounds. Over lunch, both players and attendees enjoyed a feast of several dishes and snacks. Families got to take home lots of goodies and gifts.
The awarding program opened with remarks from Berry Stehmeier and was hosted by Andrea Mago, who led the recognition of the day’s winners. Trinna Bernardino delivered the closing remarks, thanking the players, sponsors, partners, and guests who helped make the tournament possible.
Taking home the Overall Low Gross Champion title was King Stehmeier, who finished with a gross score of 72 and a net of 69. Meanwhile, Poveda alumna Lara Santico-Vicente was named Overall Low Net Champion, finishing with a gross score of 75 and a net of 69.
More than a day on the greens, the inaugural Poveda 2002 Golf Tournament brought together sport, friendship, and a shared purpose — making the Batch of ’02’s first tournament one that was truly good to be true.
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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by Sta. Lucia Land Inc.
