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October 2009Celebrate Good Times, C’mon!
The Oakland Raiders commemorated Filipino American History month with its second annual Mabuhay Fiesta on October 18 at the Oakland Coliseum in California. Festivities kicked off prior to the Raiders’ game against the Philadelphia Eagles at “Raiderville” with a musical showcase hosted by Franco Finn and Jason Mateo. Performers included Lil Jordan, Soulciety, Desi Arnez, Steps, Styles and Spotlights as well as Trackademics. There was also an appearance by boxing champ Ana “The Hurricane” Julaton, who signed autographs and took pictures with numerous fans. The Philippine Madrigal Singers formally opened the game by singing the “Star-Spangled Banner”; the Likha Folk Ensemble, Parangal Dance Company and Kawayan Folk Arts provided entertainment during halftime. Filipino celebrities Manny Pacquiao, Lea Salonga and Kuh Ledesma were also seen in video messages on the jumbotron throughout the game. Proceeds from ticket sales were partly donated to the Typhoon Ondoy/Ketsana relief efforts.
International Boxing Association Super bantamweight champion Ana The Hurricane Julaton pitches for Philippine typhoon relief efforts at the Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta.
Filipino community organizations come together with the Oakland Raiders for the Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta last Oct. 18, 2009. (L-R) Young Filipino Professionals Association President Genevieve Jopanda, Consul Doy Ver, Philippine Trade Commissioner Josephine Romero, Filipina Women's Network President Marily Mondejar, Filipino American Arts Exposition (FAAE) President Al Perez and FAAE Vice President Gerard Talampas.
Filipino American fans enjoy themselves at a tailgate party at the Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta.
A Filipino American fan shows her daughter's project at the Raiders Mabuhay Fiesta.
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Chris Gocong is part Filipino.
Announcer Franco Finn introduces Ultimate Fighting Championship fighter Anthony Johnson and young rap artist and golfing phenom Lil Jordan.
The Philippine Madrigal Singers open the Oakland Raiders vs. Philadelphia Eagles game with the Star-Spangled Banner
Three San Francisco Bay Area Filipino dance groups, Likha Pilipino Folk Ensemble, Parangal Dance Company and Kawayan Folk Arts, combine their talents to produce a Filipino dance half time show.
Dance group Soulciety show their moves at the Raider Mabuhay Fiesta.
