Blending as one with the waters, the Computer Studies (CS) Chameleons emerged as champions for this year’s Palarong Atenista women’s single swimming tournament, securing an impressive haul of four golds, three silvers, and one bronze.

CS Chameleon swimmer Diana Tubianosa revealed having an old knee injury, yet swam through the long course butterfly stroke, bearing the hopes of securing a podium finish after missing one in last year’s competition.

“I at least wanted to get a podium this year kay nalain ko last year kay I got fourth. It was close to the podium.”

However, the race tested more than her endurance, as her knee began to hurt after the 50-meter butterfly, and she experienced a popping sensation during the 25-meter breaststroke, the second event of the competition.

“I felt the popping sensation during the 25-meter breaststroke which was the second event, but it’s fine as long as i-ice after.”

Despite the physical setback, she surged first in the 25m and 50m breaststroke, 50m backstroke, and 50m freestyle. 

Beyond the swimming competition, she shared the importance of camaraderie and support within the swimming community.

“Although competition is tense, what I really care about is the people kasi swimming community are, at least to me, they’re really very nice people naman. They’re very welcoming. They’re willing to teach you the different techniques and whatnot.”

Tailing behind the Chameleons, Accountancy (ACC) Griffins came second with two golds, two silvers, and one bronze, with Social Sciences (SS) Dragons finishing off bronze, bagging two golds, one silver, and one bronze.

The tournament was held on October 4, 2026, at the Fr. Malasmas Swimming Pool, Ateneo de Davao University – Matina Campus