With the mentorship of legendary coach Vitaly Petrov, EJ joined the elite “six-meter club” and competed among the sport’s best. Now, as he aims for new heights, one question remains: how high can he go?

Kim Mangrobang is a decorated Filipino triathlete known for her performances in Southeast Asia and beyond, winning multiple gold medals in the South East Asian Games. In the 2023 SEA Games, she clinched gold in the duathlon and silver in the triathlon, showcasing her versatility and endurance across disciplines.

It’s easy to give up on a dream. Most people burdened by the weight of circumstances do. But with greater support for athletic dreams within a community, how many athletes would reach farther for longer?

Gelo and Meshach hope to inspire the next generation of players and enthusiasts. Beyond the thrill of competition, they emphasize the values of discipline, teamwork, and resilience that the sport instills.

For the first episode of Front Runner, we talk to Dzi about her journey from professional athlete to program head— how she was able to reinvent herself, step outside the box, and create opportunities to better the path for the future generation of Filipino athletes.