THREE-PEAT VICTORY: SPSPS Faculty of Law Crowned National Champion at Prestigious Moot Court Competition

Cebu City—The Saint Paul School of Professional Studies (SPSPS) Faculty of Law has once again carved its name into legal academic excellence, clinching the National Championship title at the UC-Konrad Adenauer Stiftung International Environmental Law Moot Court Competition held on October 21–23, 2024, at Bai Hotel, Cebu City.

Team 432 of SPSPS, composed of oralists Joedel Peñaranda (JD 3A) and Hesus Adolfo Bucatcat (JD 3B), and researchers Melboy Bulan (JD 2B) and Ma. Trina Celine Cugtas (JD 1B), showcased unwavering grit, intellect, and commitment. Their exceptional performance earned them not only the National Champion title but also the Overall Best Memorial and Best Memorial for the Applicant awards.

Their triumph did not end there. In a pool of eloquent and articulate advocates from law schools nationwide, Joedel Peñaranda stood the tallest as he was declared the Top 1 Best Oralist of the tournament. His teammate, Hesus Bucatcat, was also among the top oralists, ranking 9th overall, solidifying the team’s dominance both in written and oral advocacy.