2009 WORLD SLASHER CHAMPIONS

(From top - down) - Rodel Costales co-owner of Spoiled sa Amo entry; the CUCAMONGA team with owners Jorge Torres & Cong. Claude Bautista of Davao; the SPOILED SA AMO team of Rodel Costales & Benson Chua and the MJRG team of Rolly Gabon of Naga City and Joe Carcillar, Marti Barla & Robert Te of Dipolog City

3 ENTRIES UPSET THE STARS TO
SHARE 2009 WORLD SLASHER CROWN

The grandest edition ever, held for the first time in five days leaving the customary 3-day format and the biggest with a record participation of 207 entries…closed with three unlikely entries all scoring 7 points each to share the crown of the 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby at the Araneta Coliseum, hosted by Pintakasi of Champions and sponsored by Thunderbird Bexan XP and Thunderbird Platinum.

The January 24-finals proved to be a day for the dehados with dark horse entries able to hold their grounds against tougher and more popular opponents. Two of the three have already revealed that they are loyal users of Thunderbird products.

The entry MJRG put up by a group of four Pinoy cockers based in Chicago, Illinois (where new U.S. President Barack Obama comes from) was the first to score 7 points in Fight # 107 against Atty. Ed Moreno’s EM-Summit JH –MI. The MJRG team is composed of Bicolano Rolly Gabon (a.k.a Zoe Rei in sabong.net.ph) from Naga City and Martin Barla, Joe Carcillar & Robert Te (a.k.a foxtrap) – all from Dipolog City and members of the Zamboanga del Norte Gamefowl Breeders Association, who pooled in their ace cocks to be able to compete in the WSC for the first time. The Dipolog based chickens were the ones entered for the elims and semi-finals, while the Naga-bred birds were fielded in the championship. Each rooster is locally bred – offspring of different Sweater strains crossed to Hatch, Yellow-legged Claret, Roundhead and Cardinal Kelso with one of those fought during the semis being a straight Leiper Hatch.

In Fight #107, entry Alexis Farm – Germany of German Thomas Mischkus was also going for 7 points, but lost to Yellow Rose – San Lorenzo of Americans Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris – both from Lousiana, but, since three years ago have established a farm in Bgy. San Lorenzo, San Pablo City. The win placed Yellow Rose – San Lorenzo (now with 6.5 points) in a position to take solo victory. Unfortunately, the duo vowed to Allan Siaco & Dong Chung’s AS-PA-DC entry in its championship fight.

In Fight # 121, entry Spoiled sa Amo of Rodel Costales a.k.a. RC Amoyong and Benson a.k.a. swallow, lorded it over EYB Sabong Sports of Elmer Baccud & Ampil Bros. for its 7th point and a share of the title. He reportedly used some Sweater Roundhead crosses.

Then, in Fight #125, California-based Jorge Torres, in partnership with former Davao Congressman Claude Baustista with their bet Cucamonga (only had 3 points going into entering the finals) prevailed over the entry JET CAT of T. Quiwa, J. Zaparte and E. Alfafara for win no. 7 and be crowned co-champion. Cucamonga reportedly unleashed Kelsos-Sweater crosses.
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3 ENTRY KAMPIYON SA 2009 WORLD SLASHER CUP

Ang pinakamarangyang edisyon sa lahat na ginanap sa loob ng limang araw – kaiba sa nakaugaliang 3-araw na format at pinakamalaki sa naitalang 207 na kalahok…ay nagtapos kung saan tatlong di inaasahang entry ang kapwa umiskor ng tig-7 puntos upang paghatian ang korona ng 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby sa Araneta Coliseum, handog ng Pintakasi of Champions at itinaguyod ng Thunderbird Bexan XP at Thunderbird Platinum.

Ang Enero 24-finals ay naging araw ng mga dehado matapos mapanatili ang katatagan at malampasan ng mga di kilalang lahok ang mga mas sikat na mga lumaban sa kampeonato.

Ang entry na MJRG na binuo ng grupo ng apat na Pinoy sabuingero na nakabase sa Chicago, Illinois (kung saan galing ang bagong U.S. President Barack Obama) ang unang nakaiskor ng 7 puntos sa Fight # 107 kalaban ang kay Atty. Ed Moreno na EM-Summit JH –MI. Ang MJRG team ay binubuo nina Bicolano Rolly Gabon (alias Zoe Rei sa sabong.net.ph) mula sa Naga City kasama sina Martin Barla, Joe Carcillar & Robert Te (alias foxtrap) –kapwa mga taga Dipolog City at kasapi ng Zamboanga del Norte Gamefowl Breeders Association, na pinagsama-sam ang kanilang mga pambatong tinale upang makabuo ng lahok sa WSC sa unang pagkakataon.

Ang mga tandang galing Dipolog ang ipinangtapat sa eliminasyon at semi-finals, samantalang ang galing Naga naman ay ibinitaw sa kampeonato. Ang bawat manok na inilaban ng grupo ay mga anak ng iba-ibang lahi ng Sweater strains na inilahi sa Hatch, Yellow-legged Claret, Roundhead at Cardinal Kelso. Isa sa mga nananlo sa semis ay purong Leiper Hatch na linyada.

Sa Fight #107, ang entry na Alexis Farm – Germany ng Aleman na si Thomas Mischkus ay pa-7 puntos din, subalit natalo sa Yellow Rose – San Lorenzo ng mga Amerikanong sina Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris ng Lousiana, pero, tatlong taon ng nagbi-breed ng manom sa Bgy. San Lorenzo, San Pablo City. Ang nasabing panalo ay naglagay sa Yellow Rose – San Lorenzo (nagyon ay mayroon ng 6.5 points) sa posisyon na maari nilang masolo ang korona, saubalit minalas sila sa kanilang labas sa entry na AS-PA-DC ni Allan Siaco at Dong Chung.

Sa Fight # 121, ang entry na Spoiled sa Amo ni Rodel Costales alias RC Amoyong at Benson alias swallow, ay namayani laban sa EYB Sabong Sports ni Elmer Baccud & Ampil Bros. para sa ika-pito nitong puntos at parte sa kampeonato. Ayon sa report, ang inliaban ng Spoiled sa Amo ay mga Sweater Roundhead crosses.

Matapos nito, sa Fight #125, ang California-based na si Jorge Torres, katambal si dating Congressman Claude Baustista ng Davao, sa pamamagitan ng kanilang Cucamonga entry (may 3 puntos lamang pagpasok sa finals) ay wagi laban sa JET CAT nina T. Quiwa, J. Zaparte and E. Alfafara for para sa ika-7 panalo at bilang co-champion. Ang Cucamonga ay gumamit umano ng mga Kelso-Sweater crosses.

102 FIGHTS TODAY IN RGBA 4-COCKER AT PASIG SQUARE GARDEN

The 200-strong Rizal Gamefowl Breeders Association display their solidarity as they collide in their first cock competition of the year, in support of Donato Clemente – RGBA’s founding secretary who played a major role in the creation and establishment of Rizal province premier breeders group who is now engaged in the biggest fight of life against colon cancer.

More than 100 exciting matches are lined up at the Pasig Square Garden starting at 1:00 p.m. with no less than 60 entries seeing action. The event is sponsored by Thunderbird Platinum and Thunderbird Bexan XP.

“I’m so happy with the response of our members”, stated RGBA President Joey Sy as he also express his gratitude to Thunderbird Power Feeds and Thunderbird Power Vet for their assistance.

The list of participants include Ms. Osang dela Cruz, LJ Sumulong, Tony Cote, Carlos Tumpalan, Mon Talavera), Pip Vicencio, Atty. Mac Cruz, Totong Melendrez), Allan Vincencio/Jonjon Paquing, Allan Vicencio/Ramil Vergara, Reyden Cericos, Atty. Darwin Asuncion/Florema Prado, Jahn Gloria/Idel Canalita/Romy Bayhon, Edison Sexon/Eddie Castillo), Vice Mayor Emil Condez/Mon Talavera, Herman Panghulao/Peping Chan, Chito Reyes/Dr. Ronnie Magbalon, Joey Sy, Eric dela Rosa, D. Cruz/W. Tuano/A. Chan/R. Co), Cecilio Hernandez), Joseph Marigundon/E. San Andres, Ronnie Ong and Alfred Figueras among others.

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The New Cainta Coliseum, now managed by the Golden Arena Promotions, is fast winning back the trust, confidence and patronage of cockers, derby fans and aficionados who have proven that the new management under Kap. Andy Abundo is determined to prove their commitment of order, fairness, respect for the cockers and strict implementation of cockfighting rules.

“We invite everyone to come and see the changes” said Abundo – son of the late Ang Sabungero Magazine & Philippine Cockfights Newsmag publisher-editor and Games & Amusement Board Director Atty. Clem Abundo. He is also respected cocker-breeder and World Slasher champion Cito Alberto’s nephew.

Among the most notable innovations is the Royale Rumble 12-Cock Karambola being held every Sunday afternoon as highlight of the Sunday pintakasi. The 12 competing roosters will be released simultaneously inside the ring for a free-for-all contest. The owner of the last cock standing wins P10,000.00 and 11 bihag or captured cocks. Entry fee is P1,200.

The public may participate by picking his choice of any of the 12 pre-numbered entered roosters. A winning bet of P100 gets P800, while, a P1,000 bet wins P8,000.

A new air-conditioned VIP section has been in place for the comfort of participants and mamamago, as well as renovated restrooms and ample parking space.

Meanwhile, all systems are go for the Special 3-Cock Derby set on Friday, January 30 with a cash prize of P300,000 for an entry fee of P5,500 and a minimum bet requirement of P5,500 hosted by Gerry (Cainta) & Gamay, assisted by Ricky David, Pato & Jocel. handler – P20,000; gaffer – P10,000, Submission of weights (1.800 – 2.400 kgs.) is on the day of the fight.

Also lined-up is the Pre-Valentine 4-Cocker on February 13, with a guaranteed cash prize of P400,000 for an entry fee of P6,600 and a minimum bet of P5,500, hosted by Bong Yam Sam & Aubrey.

For more information, interested parties may call Cainta Coliseum at 655-3334.

"Winner"

WORLD SLASHER FINALS ON

With only 10 undefeated entries (4 pts. apiece); 6 with 3.5 points each and 31 3-pointers, a tight race to the finish is expected as the finals of the 207-entry 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby unfolds today at the Araneta Coliseum starting at 11:00 a.m. with more than 100-all important fights lined up.

Hosted by the Pintakasi of Champions, the 5-day cocking Olympics is sponsored by Thunderbird Platinum and Thunderbird Bexan XP. Backyard breeders are ivited to attend the Thunderbird Bigtime Seminar to he held at 8:00 a.m. at the Mandarin Oriental Suites, 4th Level, Gateway Mall in Araneta Center featuring top Thunderbird endorsers and Dr. Teddy Tanchangco as guest lecturers. Those who wish to attend must bring one empty pack each of Platinum and Bexan XP.

Leading the pack is Iloilo’s Jezry Palmares (with T. Rañola) who scored 4 pts. in his entry Cherokee Archangel and 3.5 pts. in his second bet JP Cherokee Kumul.

Duplicating Palmares’ record is the tandem of Ricky Reyes & Wilson Ong with their Rian Octagon Oliver WORR unscathed with 4 points, while another entry Rian Octagon Tienvo HNRR has 3.5 pts.

Meanwhile, another milestone in Philippine cocking history may be in the making, as lady cocker Osang dela Cruz (Gold Quest Champions) also with a 4-0 win-loss slate, guns for the title and be the first woman champ ever.

Equally impressive with 4-0 win-loss cards are German Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock and Jun Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand). A. Mangubat (AJM-I); Noli Gabon (MJRG); Elmer Baccud/Ampil Bros. (EYB Sabong Sports) and Rodelio Costales (Spoiled sa Amo).

Dangerously close behind are those with 3 wins and 1 draw, led by Thunderbird
top endorser Sonny Lagon Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC with his phenomenal Sweaters; Atty. H. Capuchino (JPA Happy Birthday Kid Aki); Edmund Yasay/Atty. Ed Moreno (EM –Summit JH-MI)and the team of Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose –San Lorenzo).

WORLD SLASHER CHAMPIONSHIP RARATSADA NGAYON SA ARANETA

Kabilang ang 10 walang-talong (tig-4 puntos); 6 na may tig-3.5 puntos at 31 na may tig-3 panalo, isang matinding labanan ang mapapanood sa finals ng 207-entry 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby na raratsada ngayon sa Araneta Coliseum simula ng ika-11 ng umaga kung saan mahigit 100 kapana-panabik na suktada ang nakalinya.

Handog ng Pintakasi of Champions, ang 5-araw na sabong Olympics ay sa pakikipagtulungan ng Thunderbird Platinum at Thunderbird Bexan XP. Ang mga backyard breeders ay inaanyayahan dumalo sa Thunderbird Bigtime Seminar na gaganapin mula ika-8 ng umaga sa Mandarin Oriental Suites, 4th Level, Gateway Mall sa Araneta Center tampok ang mga pangunahing Thunderbird endorsers at si Dr. Teddy Tanchangco bilang mga guest speaker. Ang mga naisd dumalo ay magdala lamang ng tig-isang basyo ng Platinum at Bexan XP.

Nangunguna si Jezry Palmares ng Iloilo (kasama si T. Rañola) na umiskor ng 4 pts. sa kanyang entry na Cherokee Archangel at 3.5 pts. sa ikalawa - JP Cherokee Kumul.

Pinantayan an gang iskor ni Palmares ng tambalan Ricky Reyes & Wilson Ong sa pamagitan ng kanila Rian Octagon Oliver WORR (4 pts) at Rian Octagon Tienvo HNRR na may 3.5 pts.

Samantala, isang kasaysayan na naman ang napipintong maganap kapag ang sabungera na si Ms. Osang dela Cruz (Gold Quest Champions) na mayroon din 4-0 nalo-talo na kartada, ay masungkit ang titulo.

May tig-4 na panalo din sina German Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock and Jun Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand). A. Mangubat (AJM-I); Noli Gabon (MJRG); Elmer Baccud/Ampil Bros. (EYB Sabong Sports) at Rodelio Costales (Spoiled sa Amo).

Nagbabanta naman ang mga lahok na may tig-3 panalo at 1 tabla na pinangungunahan ni Thunderbird top endorser Sonny Lagon Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC gamit ang kanyang mga Sweaters; Atty. H. Capuchino (JPA Happy Birthday Kid Aki); Edmund Yasay/Atty. Ed Moreno (EM –Summit JH-MI) at ang tambalan Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose –San Lorenzo).

ALL SET FOR WORLD SLASHER FINALS TOMORROW

After the roster of finalists got completed last night, the stage is all set for tomorrow’s much-awaited championship of the record-breaking 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby that registered a total of 207 entries – the biggest ever.

Hosted by the Pintakasi of Champions, the 5-day cocking Olympics is sponsored by Thunderbird Platinum and Thunderbird Bexan XP.

As of press time, the 2nd semifinals action was still going on, however, the 1st day of semis netted only four entries with perfect scores of 4 points each and another four with 3 wins and 1 draw apiece.

Leading the pack is Iloilo’s Jezry Palmares (with T. Rañola) who scored 4 pts. in his entry Cherokee Archangel and 3.5 pts. in his second, JP Cherokee Kumul.

Equally impressive with 4-0 win-loss cards are German Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock and Jun Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand).

Meanwhile, Thunderbird top endorser Sonny Lagon with his phenomenal Sweater breeds posted 6 wins, 1draw and 1 loss after 8 matches via his entries Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC and Team Blue Blade Farm SPC.

Also with 3.5 points each are Atty. H. Capuchino (JPA Happy Birthday Kid Aki) and the team of Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose –San Lorenzo).

With 3 wins and 1 loss each are Otec Geroso (Brenafer NJJR); FBJ/Boy Lechon (D’ Buen-I); Rene Moraga (Golden Boy); Atty. Jun Mendoza (Lucky Charm-2);
Boy Lechon (PA BL Sagupaan Mitefree); Arnold Mendoza (Red & Claire Combine); Atty. A. Astorga (Steve Pangkamot); Nene Araneta (Thunderbird II Hatchet); Virgilio Manguerra/L. Cay (Virjun-LC); J. Melendrez/R. Penalosa (Wildfoot) and the triumvirate of Allan Siaco/ Patrick/Antonio/ Dong Chung (AS PA DC).

KAMPIYON NG 2009 WORLD SLASHER CUP MALALAMAN NA BUKAS

Matapos na makumpleto kagabi ang listahan ng mga maglalaban para sa kampeonato, handang-handa na ang pinakahihintay na pagtatanghal ng finlas ng record-breaking 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby na nilahukan ng 207 entry – pinakamalaki sa lahat.

Handog ng Pintakasi of Champions, ang 5-araw na cocking Olympics ay itinataguyod ng Thunderbird Platinum at Thunderbird Bexan XP. Ang sinuman derby fan ay maaring makapapasok at makapanood ng libre kung may madadala siyang tig-isang basyo ng Bexan at Platinum sa Red Gate.

Habang sinusulat ang balitang ito ay ginaganap pa ang ikalawang araw ng semis. Samantala, ang unang araw ng semifinals ay nagresulta ng apat na 4-pointers, 4 na may 3.5 points at 12 na may tig-3 panalo at 1 talo.

Nangunguna sa lahat ang dating Mayor ng Passi City, Iloilo na is Jezry Palmares (kapartner si T. Rañola) na umiskor ng 4 pts. sa kanyang entry na Cherokee Archangel at 3.5 pts. sa JP Cherokee Kumul.

Matindi rin ang ipinakita ang ipinakita ng mga lahok nila German Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock) atn Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand) na kapwa nagtala ng tig-apat na panalo.

Samantala, ang pambatong endorser ng Thunderbird na si Sonny Lagon gamit ang kanyang sikat na linyada ng mga Sweater ay nakapalista ng 6 na panalo, 1 tabla at 1 talo matapos ang 8 laban sa pamamagitan ng kanyang mga entry na Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC at Team Blue Blade Farm SPC.

May tig 3.5 puntos din sina Atty. H. Capuchino (JPA Happy Birthday Kid Aki) at the team of Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose –San Lorenzo).

WORLD SLASHER CUP SEMIS TODAY AT THE BIG DOME

Mayor JB Bernos who won 4 out of 4 during last Tuesday’s Day-2 of the ongoing 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby via his entries Island Red and Bulldog, leads the second batch of semifinalists in today’s continuation of the prestigious Araneta Coliseum blockbuster set to kick off at 2:00 p.m.

“We’ll see who gets to join and complete the list of finalists”, Araneta Center’s COO Manny Atacador declared.

Newspaper executive and Thunderbird Power Feed star Rey Briones with Butch Pichay (Pitchay Spartans I & II and White Spartans) also made his presence felt scoring four victories in six matches, while respected breeder Boyet Plaza of Agusan del Sur registered 2 points in one entry and 1.5 points in another. Both are among the top favorites in today’s 85-fight tussle.

Hosted by the Pintakasi of Champions, the 5-day 207-entry competition of the finest breeds of fightingcocks in the world is sponsored by Thunderbird Bexan XP and Thunderbird Platinum. Derby fans can watch the derby for free just by submitting one empty pack each of Bexan & Platinum at the Big Dome’s Red Gate.

Also undefeated with two wins apiece are Thunderbird IV (Nene Araneta AJM – I (A. Mangubat), Longshore Chief (Celso Evangelista), Vice Ian Sublimity (D. Halili), EM Summit JH-MI (Edmund Yasay), EYB Sabong Sports (Elmer Baccud/Ampil Bros.), S-M-L-XL (Gerry Ramos), Binangonan T. Bird (Gov. Ito Ynares), Cucamonga (J. Torres/C. Bautista), Zabong Balck Cobra II (JV Magsaysay), Kristina Tete (Kano Daniel), MJRG (Noli Gabon), Gold Quest Champions (Osang dela Cruz), Spolied Sa Amo (R. Costales), Artnis Master LC (Raymond Velayo), R. Renegade (Rene Medina), Rian Octagon Oliver WORR (Ricki Reyes/Wilson Ong, TMP Junlip (Tady Palma), JPE Thunderbee Riverview (Art de Castro), EL Peligroso (Bagay Bros.) and Thunderbird star defending Slasher champ Cito Alberto.

WORLD SLASHER CUP SEMIS NGAYON SA BIG DOME

Si Mayor JB Bernos na kumopo ng 4 na panal sa 4 na laban sa ikalawang araw ng eliminasyon noong nakaraang Mierkules ng ginaganap na 2009 World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby sa pamamagitan ng kanyang mga lahok na Island Red and Bulldog, ang mangunguna sa ikalawang grupo ng mga semifinalists na maglalaban sa pagpapatuloy ngayon ng prestihiyosong pambato ng Araneta Coliseum simula ika-2 ng hapon.

“Dito malalaman kung sino ang makakapasok at kukumpeto sa litahan ng mag maglalaban sa kampeonato”, pahayag ni Manny Atacador ng Araneta Center.

Ang newspaper executive at Thunderbird Power Feed star na si Rey Briones kasama si Butch Pichay (Pitchay Spartans I & II and White Spartans) ay nagpamalas din ng galing sa pagtatala ng 4 na panalo sa 6 na sultada, samantalang ang iginagalang na breeder na si Boyet Plaza ng Agusan del Sur ay nagtala ng 2 puntos sa isang entry at 1.5 puntos sa isa pa. Kapwa sila mga liyamado sa nakatakdang 85-sultadang aksiyon.

Handog ng Pintakasi of Champions, ang 5-araw 207-entry na paligsahan ng mga pinakamagagaling na lahi ng manok-panabong sa buong mundo ay inisponsor ng Thunderbird Bexan XP and Thunderbird Platinum. Ang sinuman derby fan ay maaring makapapasok at makapanood ng libre kung may madadala siyang empty pack ng Bexan at Platinum sa Red Gate.

Wala din talo ang mga entries na Thunderbird IV (Nene Araneta AJM – I (A. Mangubat), Longshore Chief (Celso Evangelista), Vice Ian Sublimity (D. Halili), EM Summit JH-MI (Edmund Yasay), EYB Sabong Sports (Elmer Baccud/Ampil Bros.), S-M-L-XL (Gerry Ramos), Binangonan T. Bird (Gov. Ito Ynares), Cucamonga (J. Torres/C. Bautista), Zabong Balck Cobra II (JV Magsaysay), Kristina Tete (Kano Daniel), MJRG (Noli Gabon), Gold Quest Champions (Osang dela Cruz), Spolied Sa Amo (R. Costales), Artnis Master LC (Raymond Velayo), R. Renegade (Rene Medina), Rian Octagon Oliver WORR (Ricki Reyes/Wilson Ong, TMP Junlip (Tady Palma), JPE Thunderbee Riverview (Art de Castro), EL Peligroso (Bagay Bros.) at Thunderbird star defending Slasher champ Cito Alberto.

SONNY LAGON NG THUNDERBIRD UNA SA 80-FIGHT WORLD SLASHER SEMIS NGAYON SA ARANETA

SONNY LAGON NG THUNDERBIRD UNA SA 80-FIGHT WORLD SLASHER SEMIS NGAYON SA ARANETA

Ang pambato ng Thunderbird na si Sonny Lagon at ang kanyang sikat na Blue Blade Sweater na linyada ang mangunguna sa laban ng mga Pinoy sa 80-sultadang semifinals ngayon sa makasaysayan 207-entry World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby sa Araneta Colisum. Ang dalawang lahok ni Lagon (Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC & Hawaiian Cigar SPC – II) ay namayani sa mga kalaban nito noong nakaraang Lunes ng unang magbukas ang Slasher, samantalang ang mga Kano na sina Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose San Lorenzo) ng Louisiana ay nagpakitang-gilas din upang itayo ang bandila ng mga dayuhan.

Kapwa matitindi din ang ipinamalas ng Aleman na si Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), ; R. Mook kasama sina C. Torres & Wilvin Sy (JLW 5566), Nene Araneta (Thunderbird – II Hatchet), at ang “Pampamga’s best” Jomar Hizon (Jo Gary Joe – I & Jo Gary Joe - II).

Handog ng Pintakasi of Champions, ang 5-araw na international derby ay iniisponsor ng Thunderbird Platinum at Thunderbird Bexan XP. Ilalatag ang 80 mahahalagang sultada na sisipa magmula ika-2 ng hapon.

Maaring makapanood ng libre ang sinuman na makakapagdala ng 1 basyo ng Thunderbird Bexan XP at 1 empty pack ng Thunderbird Platinum.

Mga umiskor din ng 2 panalo sa 2 laban din sina Atty. A. Astorga – (Steve Paningkamot) B. Evangelista (BJ Tagle Spl.), Dong Chung & Allan Siaco (DC AS PA Liberty), Boy Lechon (D’Buen – I), Gen. Marino Filart (ETM/MLF Kingfisher), Gengen Arayata (Agilahas), Nene Araneta Jun Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand), Atty. Jun Mendoza (Lucky Charm), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock, Boy Lechon/Patrick Antonio (PABL Sagupaan Mitefree), J. Melendrez/R. Peñalosa (Wildfoot) pati na ang sikat na breeder ng Iloilo na si Jezry Palmares & T. Rañola (Cherokee Archangel).

Ang semis naman ng mga naglaban kahapon na ikalawang batch ng entries ay gagawin bukas, Enero 22.

100 MATCHES TODAY IN DAY-2 OF THE WORLD SLASHERS CUP

THUNDERBIRD’S SONNY LAGON LEAD TODAY’S 80-FIGHT WORLD SLASHER SEMIS AT THE BIG DOME

Thunderbird’s top endorser Sonny Lagon with his famed Blue Blade Sweaters leads the Filipino juggernaut in today’s semifinals of the historic 207-entry World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby at the Araneta Coliseum with two entries (Aquarius Blue Blade Farm SPC & Hawaiian Cigar SPC – II) breezing through last Monday’s opener, while, American Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris of Louisiana fielded tough-fighting roosters to banner the foreigners campaign.

Equally spectacular are the performance of German Thomas Mischkus (Alexis Farm – Germany), Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris (Yellow Rose San Lorenzo – 2; R. Mook with C. Torres & Wilvin Sy (JLW 5566), Nene Araneta (Thunderbird – II Hatchet), and Pampamga’s best Jomar Hizon (Jo Gary Joe – I & Jo Gary Joe - II).

Hosted by the Pintakasi of Champions, the 5-day international pit competition is sponsored by Thunderbird Platinum and Thunderbird Bexan XP. Lined up are 80 all-important matches set to kick-off at 2:00 p.m.

Thunderbird users can avail of free entrance by submitting one empty vial of Thunderbird Bexan XP and one empty pack of Thunderbird Platinum
Also scoring 2 wins out of 2 matches are Atty. A. Astorga – (Steve Paningkamot) B. Evangelista (BJ Tagle Spl.), Dong Chung & Allan Siaco (DC AS PA Liberty), Boy Lechon (D’Buen – I), Gen. Marino Filart (ETM/MLF Kingfisher), Gengen Arayata (Agilahas), Nene Araneta Jun Cuello/Gov. Plaza (EPJC Public Demand), Atty. Jun Mendoza (Lucky Charm), Max Roxas (Paniqui Max Feb 22 5-Cock, Boy Lechon/Patrick Antonio (PABL Sagupaan Mitefree), J. Melendrez/R. Peñalosa (Wildfoot) and Iloilo’s popular breeder Jezry Palmares & T. Rañola (Cherokee Archangel).

Philippine Daily Inquirer - January 19, 2009

200-ENTRY WORLD SLASHERS CUP OPENS TODAY

Cockfighting history unfolds today starting at ten in the morning at the Araneta Coliseum when the much talked-about 2009 World Slashers Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby begins its epic 5-day battle between the best and the finest breeds and strains of fightingcocks from all over the globe.

Hosted by the Pintakasi of Champions, this record-breaking presentation is sponsored by Thunderbird Power Feeds and Thunderbird Power Vet.

Colliding in today's 2-cock eliminations is the first half of the field with the rest of the competitors set to lock horns tomorrow.

Composing the powerhouse cast of foreign entries are Wilbert LeBlanc & Richard Harris of Louisiana, Richard McCormick of Canada Roger Roberts of Georgia,, Chuck Berry of Oklahoma with his sinibalang fighters, Brad Padgette of Oregon, Damon Yorkman of Kentucky, Karl Casco of Hawaii, Thomas Mischkus of Germany, Brian Corkren of Alabama & Kiana Borovies of Hawaii,, Mike Formosa of Hawaii,, Jorge "Goy" Goitia of California, Arthur Rhodes of Tenessee and Ray Alexander of Alabama who will be honored for his continued participation in the Slasher for more than 30 years.

Other visiting entries are the Malaysian Group, Sigfrey Linsangan-Guam, Mar Gatmaitan-Guam, Henry Navarro-California, Ric Cabullos-Canada, Babay Evangelista-California, Cesar Ancaya, Rene Moraga & Glen Ferrer-San Diego; Warlito Raquel-Hawaii and Joey Melendres-Australia. Zosimo Antivo of Las Vegas

The locals is led by Nene Araneta with his Thunderbird entry, 2-time champion Gengen Arayata who seemed determined to do a three-peat fielding a total of four entries, Biboy Enriquez, Gov. Patrick Antonio, Chavit Singson, UGBA Heritage Upm champion Dong Chung, Mayor Jezry Palmares, Otic Geroso, Eddie Araneta and Thunderbird Winning Team standouts Boy Marzo, Rey Briones and Boy Lechon.

All eyes will be on Paeng Araneta-breeder of the Lemon 84 who was the first Filipino bet to win the World Slasher Cup and comebacking handler-conditioner Jun Cuello of San Pablo City.

Also listed to see action are Mike Romulo, Wilvin Sy, Rio Salceda, Madlambayan Bros., Tony Ang, Atty. Virgilo Manguerra, John Capinpin, Ms. Osang dela Cruz, Joemarie Bantillo/UJ Sabroso/Tony Sabroso, Anthony Garcia,, Rhemy Medrano, Judge Jose Paneda, Engr. Ruben Quiogue, , Max Roxas & Bebot Roxas , Sam Mendoza 2, Atty. Jun Mendoza , Cesar Tan, Manny Berbano and Crispin Aguas. Jun & Rudy Jingco, Ricky Valencia and Jun Gerochi among others.

Mga Bida ng Thunderbird Liyamado sa World Slashers Cup

Ang Thunderbird Winning Team na kinabibilangan ng mga pikaka-ganador na sabungero ng bansa ay kasama sa mga liyamado o pinapaboran na magwagi sa 2009 World Slasher Cup na nakatakdang ganapin sa Araneta Coliseum mula Enero 19-24 handog ng Pintakasi of Champions sa pakikipagtulungan ng Thunderbird Platinum at Thunderbird Bexan XP.

Pinangungunahan ang Thunderbird group ng mga kasalukuyang World Slasher champion na sina Cito Alberto (2008 & 1991) at Honey Yu (2008 & 2004) na suprtado nila Dicky Lim (2006 & 2002) ng sikat na Winslet entry; ang Bulalayaw Game Farm owner Boy Marzo (2005); ang ipinagmamalki ng Laguna na Pol Estrellado (2004); ang newspaper executive na si Rey Briones (2003); ang mahal na kabiyak ni Aling Lydia na si Boy “Lechon” de Roca (1995) at ang Zamboanga Black breeder na si Manny Dalipe (1991).

Babalakin din mapabilang sa Slasher Honor Roll of Champions ang iba pang Thunderbird Winning Team members na sina Sonny Lagon; Ompong Plaza ng Agusan del Sur; dating LGBA Breeder of the Year Dr. Boy Tuazon ng Pateros; 2-ulit (2007 & 2008) na NFGB Bullang-bullang solo champion Tol & Lino Mariano ng Socsksagen; UGBA Heritage Cup Bullstag Champ Pao Malvar ng Tarlac at dating LGBA Breeder of the Year Lawrence Wacnang (Crowsland) ng Kalinga.

Liyamado din ang breeder ng Ormoc Gold breeder na si Bernie Tacoy; 2007 Bakbakan champion Tan Brothers ng Davao; PCAP Stagfighter of the Year Edwin Arañez & Raffy Campos – may-ari ng RED Game Farm; ang hinahangaan breeder ng Bacolod na si Joe Laureño (Batchoy Lemons) at ang mga bida ng Cebu na sina Victor Sierra at Alvin Lim.

BACKYARD BREEDER MAY LIBRENG TIKET SA WORLD SLASHER

Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon, ang World Slasher Cup 8-Cock Invitational Derby ay mapapanood na ng masang sabungero at breeder ng manok-panabong lalo na yung mga gumagamit ng Thunderbird Platinum o Thunderbird Bexan XP na isponsor ng limang araw na labanan na gaganapin sa Enero 19, 20, 21, 22 & 24 sa Araneta Coliseum.

“Kami ay lubos na nagpapasalamat sa Thunderbird sa kanilang ginagawang paglalapit ng World Slashers Cup sa maliliit at mas nakakaraming mga nagmamahal sa sabong”, pahayag ni Araneta Center COO Manny Atacador.

Sa bawat araw ng labanan, ang unang 500 opisyonado na makakapagdala ng 2 basyo ng Thunderbird Bexan XP at 2 supot ng Thunderbird Platinum ay maaring makapasok sa Big Dome at makapanood ng pandaigdigan labanan ng matitinding tinale at makita ng personal ang kanilang mga paboritong sabungero kasama ang mga bumubuo ng Thunderbird Winning Team.

“Ito ang aming paraan ng pagpapasalamat sa mga backyard breeders sa kanilang pagtitiwala at pagtangkilik sa Thunderbird bilang kanilang winning formula”, ayon naman kay Product Manager Francis Martinez.

Dahilan sa mahigit na 200 ang kabuuang bilang ng kasali, ang labanan ay magsisimula ng ika-10 ng umaga. Ang mga Thunderbird users ay maaring i-claim ang kanilang libreng tiket sa Red Gate mula ika-9 ngumaga.

FREE WORLD SLASHER TICKETS FOR THUNDERBIRD USERS

FREE WORLD SLASHER TICKETS FOR
THUNDERBIRD USERS

The World Slashers Cup, for the first time ever, will be made available to mass-based cockers and gamefowl breeders who are users of Thunderbird Power Feeds and Thunderbird Power Vet products.

“We are extremely grateful to Thunderbird for bringing the World Slashers Cup closer to the masses”, stated Araneta Center COO Manny Atacador.

For each derby day, the first 500 aficionados who will bring with them 2 empty vials of Thunderbird Bexan XP and 2 empty packs of Thunderbird Platinum may watch the World Slasher Cup for free and be able to witness world-class pit action and see their favorite cockfighting heroes including the members of the Thunderbird Winning Team in person.

“This is our way of thanking the backyard breeders for trusting Thunderbird as the winning formula. They have made us the runaway leader”, Product Manager Francis Martinez stated.

Set at the Araneta Coliseum, the much-awaited international derby is slated from January 19-24. Separate 2-cock eliminations will be held on Jan. 19 & 20; 2-cock semis on Jan. 21 & 22, while the finals take center stage on the 24th.

The 2009 edition is the biggest ever with more than 200 entries set to see action which is the reason why this year’s event was spread as a five-day affair instead of the usual three-day format.

Heated pit action will start early at 10:00 a.m. Thunderbird users may claim their free tickets at the Red gate starting at 9:00 a.m.

Thunderbird Rejoins Pintakasi of Champions for Biggest World Slasher Cup Ever

As its host Pintakasi of Champions brazes itself for what is already billed as the biggest and grandest staging of the semi-annual World Slasher Cup Invitational 8-Cock Derby, Thunderbird Power Feeds & Thunderbird Power Vet www.unahco.com.ph have assured their full support again for what is regarded as the “Olympics of Cockfighting”.

Originally set for January 20, 22 & 24, the Araneta Coliseum blockbuster will be held from January 19-24 instead, due to the huge increase in participants, based on the number of reservation this early. According to Big Dome’s Boy San Pedro, there will be two separate 2-cock elimination days on Jan. 19 & 20 bannered by Thunderbird Platinum, followed by two days of 2-cock semis on Jan. 21 & 22 backed by Thunderbird Bexan XP, with the 4-cock finals set on Jan. 24 supported by the Thunderbird Winning Formula.

For more than 10 years now, has been a constant partner by the organizers of the World Slasher Cup that have evolved not only as the most sought after title by local and foreign cockers, but have also developed into an annual homecoming event for Pinoy sabungero worldwide who are either OFWs or are already citizens of other countries.

Jorge “Nene’ Araneta, known for his popular entry name Thunderbird, is WSC’s proud patriarch and one of the country’s most respected gamefowl enthusiasts.

Weight limits are from 1.9 – 2.5 kgs. (4 lbs. 3 oz. to 5 lbs. 8 oz.)

For more details, log on to www.aranetacoliseum.com and www.ticketnet.com.ph or call 911-2928 or 911-3101 loc. 8361 or 8351 and look for Boy San Pedro or Dong Lamoste.