Joycelyn P. Ituriaga

Baguio City, Philippines — June 17, 2025

The University of the Cordilleras College of Business Administration (UC CBA) proudly congratulates Ranz Louie T. Balay-odao, a student of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program, for securing the 2nd Runner-Up position at the ICTSI Intercollegiate Golf Tour Launch held on June 16, 2025, in Trece Martires City, Cavite.

Balay-odao’s impressive performance in this national-level tournament highlights not only his athletic excellence but also his discipline, strategic thinking, and commitment to holistic development—qualities that the College of Business Administration continues to nurture among its students.

This recent achievement follows his Top 5 finish at the 2024 North Philippine Developmental Intercollegiate Golf Series held in April 2024, further solidifying his reputation as a rising talent in the collegiate golf scene. His consistent performance across major tournaments reflects the university’s support for student-athletes who excel both in academics and extracurricular pursuits.

The ICTSI Intercollegiate Golf Tour Launch is a prestigious event that gathers top student-athletes from across the country, providing a platform for competitive sportsmanship, personal growth, and national exposure. Balay-odao’s success in this arena brings pride to the UC community and serves as an inspiration to fellow students striving for excellence in diverse fields.

The University of the Cordilleras commends Ranz Louie T. Balay-odao for his outstanding representation of the institution and reaffirms its commitment to supporting student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic distinction.

/jpi