photos courtesy of Eusebio Gulay Jr.
HILONGOS, LEYTE- Kananga National High School Special Program in Sports Football Club (KNHS SPS FC) clinched first place in the Under-17 and second place in the Under-14 during the 1st Alikaraw Football Cup, held on December 20–21, 2025, at the ERAP Sports Complex in Hilongos, Leyte.
According to KNHS SPS FC Manager and Coach Eusebio M. Gulay Jr., he is very thankful for the support of the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Kananga, through Hon. Mayor Manuel Vicente “Matt” M. Torres, Vice Mayor Miguel Jorge P. Tan, and all councilors, for their unwavering support for young Kanangahanon footballers.

From vehicle services to snacks, Gulay said that the team can always count on the LGU’s helping hand.
Moreover, Gulay also expressed his gratitude to the administration of KNHS, led by Dr. Marivic R. Pajaron, Principal IV, for providing full support to the student-athletes.
Gulay stressed that due to the all-out support given by the LGU, the school administration, and other stakeholders, KNHS SPS FC players have become more motivated to win medals in various football tournaments.
Gulay said that he will continue to seek football tournaments, even outside Region VIII, to further enhance the football skills of young Kanangahanons.


Congratulations to the KNHS SPS FC on their fantastic achievement,Great to see the hard work pay off for these young athletes. Inspiring results! The support from the LGU is clearly making a difference.
Dear KNHS FOOTBALL TEAM congratulations on your outstanding victory your hard work team work have truly paid off
Congratulations to KNHS SPS FC on this impressive achievement. Thanks as well to the LGU and KNHS administration for supporting young athletes.
This achievement was possible because of your dedication and teamwork. You all deserve the recognition. Wishing you all success in the futer! Keep shining and inspiring us all!