DAVAO City witnessed a surge of energy last April 6, 2025, as EastWest’s Dream Run 2025 took off, bringing together almost 4,000 runners in a celebration of movement, milestones, and dreams.
Organized in partnership with RunRio, the event marked the thrilling start of a three-leg race series held in honor of EastWest’s 30th anniversary and Filinvest Group’s 70th milestone year—uniting communities through fitness, fun, and shared aspirations.
With the 10K and 5K categories selling out, the event showcased Davao’s strong running culture and enthusiasm for fitness. But whether participants took on the 1K Dog Run, 2K Kids Run, 5K, 10K, or the ultimate 30K challenge, runners of all levels—from weekend joggers to seasoned athletes—embraced the morning with determination and excitement.
“We brought the Dream Run to Davao to inspire healthier lifestyles, but more importantly, to bring people together in a meaningful and memorable way,” said Martin Reyes, EastWest’s head of marketing. “It’s a celebration of how far we’ve come and how far we’re still going.”
The event celebrated standout performances across all categories—from elite athletes to energetic kids and proud pet owners:
30K Male Champion: Joerge Andrade
30K Female Champion: Yahchevah Daligdig
10K Male Champion: Jimboy Lugay
10K Female Champion: Wenjie Lugayao
5K Male Champion: Freitz Abraham Cabanig
5K Female Champion: Mary Jane Pagayon
2K Kids Run Male Champion: Samuel Phillean Ocon
2K Kids Run Female Champion: Daniela Maureen Lausan
1K Dog Run Male Champion (Human + Dog): Carlito Sausal Jr
1K Dog Run Female Champion (Human + Dog): Angeli Gonzales
“Running means something different for everyone,” shared coach Rio dela Cruz, head of RunRio and a leading figure in the running community in the country.
“Seeing families, friends, and even pets cross the finish line—lahat may kanya-kanyang dahilan, pero iisa ang goal: to chase their dream,” he added.
The EastWest Dream Run reminds us that every step, no matter how small, brings us closer to where we want to be.”
This celebration of movement and togetherness reflected what EastWest stands for: helping people move forward—in health, in life, and toward their goals.
“Davao brought out something special,” said Mike Nacional, EastWest Mindanao stores head. “We watched families, officemates, even whole groups of friends come out in full force—not only to run, but to genuinely support one another. That kind of atmosphere—warm, sincere, and full of life—stays with you long after the race ends.”
