Banaag sang West shone even brighter as more competitions were held on the second day of 2026 University Days on the afternoon of January 28. At the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Cultural Center, the Lip-Sync Battle brought out the best in each participating team’s creativity and talent, matched by the roaring cheers of supporters and attendees.
“I now feel excited to be part of something bigger, widening my talents and cherishing the memories I made with these people,” said Leigh Ush Violet Silvestre, one of the performing contestants from Tribu Mayari, College of Business and Management.
Competing teams in the Lip-Sync Battle were composed of 15 to 25 members who performed pop culture-inspired songs for three to five minutes, while others also touched on contemporary issues and trends in the country. As teams faced off head-on, each performed with full effort in their dances, props, and costumes, syncing their movements and expressions to capture the judges’ votes and the support of the audience.
Prince Lance Tuvilla, a second-year BSBA-FM student, expressed his reaction after witnessing the event. “I find it unique and very entertaining. It’s like you can’t get your eyes off of them (performers),” he said.
The contestants showcased intense energy throughout the competition, as the audience did not disappoint in lifting their spirits and igniting the atmosphere inside the venue. This overwhelming energy pushed the performers to innovate and improve year after year, keeping the audience engaged and the surprises coming.
The competition served as a platform for Taga-West to display their talent and expertise in lip-syncing, highlighting their competitive spirit and passion for performance. Their shared goal was to bring pride and glory to their respective campuses and colleges.
Winners will be announced later today, January 29, at the WVSU Cultural Center, along with the results of other University Week competitions.
#BANAAGsangWEST2026#OneWVSU
#WVSUTransformingGenerations#WVSUexcels
2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications
Caption by Nicole Ponsoy, The Innovator
Photos by Ena Kristelle De Nuevo, The Innovator
