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Calix Ho, Son of Dennis Trillo, Named UAAP Fencing Rookie
Calix Ho, son of actor Dennis Trillo, earned Rookie of the Year in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Fencing Tournament. Ho expressed immense joy, noting he had dreamed of competing in the UAAP.
Calix Ho, son of actor Dennis Trillo, was named Rookie of the Year in the UAAP Season 86 Men's Fencing Tournament. According to the UP Office for Athletics and Sports Development, Ho stated that competing in the UAAP was once only a dream. Ho secured a gold medal after defeating Edan Ensamtan of De La Salle University in the finals, 15-12. He also overcame Jotham Thai of Ateneo, 15-10, in the quarterfinals, and Adam Putian of the University of Santo Tomas, 15-14, in the semifinals. Dennis Trillo, along with Jennylyn Mercado and Carlene Aguilar, were present at the tournament last week. Ho intends to continue training to win a gold medal for his team.
Key Facts
- Calix Ho is the son of actor Dennis Trillo.
- Ho was named Rookie of the Year for the UAAP Season 86 Men's Fencing Tournament.
- Ho won gold after defeating Edan Ensamtan of De La Salle University 15-12 in the finals.
- In the quarterfinals, Ho defeated Jotham Thai of Ateneo, 15-10.
- Ho overcame Adam Putian of the University of Santo Tomas, 15-14, in the semifinals.
- Dennis Trillo, Jennylyn Mercado, and Carlene Aguilar attended the tournament.
- Ho aims to secure a team gold medal in the future.
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- GMA Network — Dennis Trillo's son Calix Ho on Rookie of the Year title: 'It feels amazing'