Formoso and Rama

ALABEL, Sarangani -- Rejoicing over a twin victory, this capital town proved its worth as its two candidates reaped exclusively the most coveted titles of “Mutya ng Sarangani and Mutya ng Turismo 2002.”

Eighteen-year old Joyce Formoso and 16-year old Gaydra Rama, who stand 5’5” and 5’6”, respectively, were crowned as Mutya ng Sarangani and Mutya ng Turismo during the pageant night on November 27.

Formoso and Rama said they were happy to win the titles and vowed to portray their roles in helping promote Sarangani to be a premier investment and tourism location in Mindanao.

They also promised to lead the youth by good example. Both like to hang out with friends, surf the Internet, and dislike people who are boastful and hypocrites.

“Aside from gaining more friends, this exposure would surely enhance my self-confidence as I interact with other candidates,” Formoso said.

Formoso is taking up Bachelor of Science in Accountancy at the Notre Dame of Dadiangas College while Rama is a senior student at the Mindanao State University.

The winning circle also includes first runner up Twilight Vallinas from the municipality of Malapatan who aspires to become an international model.

Although they failed to get the most coveted titles, second and third runners up Merydel Rose Murallon of Kiamba and Ma. Cecilia Torres of Glan believed that winning more friends during the contest was just as important as winning the titles. “It helps develop our self-confidence and sportsmanship,” Torres said.

Other candidates to the pageant were Margie Liza Llego and Ana Andrea Alviar, Maasim; Loque Lyn Ladaran, Malapatan; Dyna Dee Conejos and Sheila Mae Gabilo, Maitum; Jennifer Lee Prowell and Roxanne Ugay, Malungon; Darlene Tan, Glan; and Esperanza Santillana, Kiamba.

Alabel also won major awards in other competitions staged for this year’s 10^{th Foundation Anniversary celebration by earning 2nd place in cheer dancing, himig Sarangan chorale contest, singing for peace, fyu kura; and florikultura; third in street dancing and photo contest; and champion in mountain bike challenge (touring category).}