Dagupan Darts Club, Inc.

Dagupan Darts Club, Inc. Hosts International Guest at Winz’s BBQ

Dagupan Darts Club, Inc. (DDC) welcomed an international visitor today, August 21, 2025, as Peter McKinley of New Zealand joined the club for a special friendship game held at Winz’s BBQ.

Present to extend the club’s hospitality and proudly showcase the talent of local players were Charter President Jason Estrada, DDC No. 1 player Rommel Barrozo, and members Benson de Vera, Raffy Labfey, and Edwin Gorospe.

The activity highlighted not only the camaraderie among darts enthusiasts but also DDC’s commitment to promoting the sport beyond local boundaries. DDC President Ronnie Mauricio expressed his support for such initiatives, saying: “We highly encourage games like these as they not only improve the skills and talents of our players but also help promote our club, not just here in the Philippines but on a global scale as well.”

By hosting friendship matches such as this, the club continues to build bridges of friendship and sportsmanship—proving that darts is more than just a game, but also a way to connect people across cultures and nations.

as of APRIL 2025

Message from the President

as of March 2025

As of February 2025

ROMMEL BARROZO CROWNED 2024 DDCI MASTERS CHAMPION; RONNIE MAURICIO RE-ELECTED AS 2025 PRESIDENT

The 2024 Dagupan Darts Club, Inc. (DDCI) Masters Championship ended with a thrilling finale, as Rommel Barrozo edged out Raffy Labfey in a nail-biting 4-3 victory. Both players missed crucial double-out opportunities before Barrozo sealed his win with a precise double top, solidifying his reputation as the club's top competitor.

Barrozo’s road to victory wasn’t easy. In the semifinals, he faced stiff competition from Edwin Gorospe, narrowly clinching a 3-2 win. On the other side of the bracket, Raffy Labfey dominated Jason Estrada in a one-sided match, securing a clean 3-0 sweep to reach the final.

SIDE EVENTS & SPECIAL AWARDS
- The evening also featured exciting side events. Raffy Labfey claimed the First Double Bull Out prize, sponsored by Director Jeff Frojo, while Rommel Barrozo earned his third Presidential Bull Masters Award, further cementing his legacy in the club.

2025 ELECTIONS
- Before the tournament, members elected the new Board of Directors for 2025. Incumbent Chairman and President Ronnie Mauricio was re-elected unanimously by the members present. Joining him on the board are Charter President Jason Estrada, Jefferson Frojo, Michael Fabe, and Andrew Alcantara. Following the election, Mauricio was chosen by the board to serve a second term as chairman and president, effective January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025.

2024 DDCI Top 4 Players and Darter of the Year
The evening concluded with the recognition of the club’s top performers for 2024. The Top 4 Players of the year were:

1. Rommel Barrozo

2. Raffy Labfey

3. Jason Estrada

4. Edwin Gorospe

The most prestigious accolade of the night, the 2024 Winz’s BBQ Darter of the Year, was awarded to Rommel Barrozo for his exceptional performance throughout the season.

Looking Ahead....
The DDCI ranking games will resume on January 4, 2025, as the club looks forward to another exciting season of darts.

Edwin Gorospe Wins 2024 Katuwaan Darts Tourney Championship

Edwin Gorospe is back on top, claiming victory in the 2nd Katuwaan Darts Tourney by defeating DDCI No. 2 seed Raffy Labfey in the finals. The tournament was sponsored by DDCI past president and former Darter of the Year, Cris Antipuesto.

Gorospe showed his championship form early, taking down current top seed Rommel Barrozo in the semifinals with a 3-1 win in legs.

In the other semifinal match, Raffy Labfey overcame 3rd seed Jason Estrada, also securing a 3-1 victory.

With his tournament win, Gorospe jumps to 4th place in the DDCI rankings, overtaking Jayson Agbayani.

Meanwhile, Charter President and current club secretary Jason Estrada announced changes to the schedule for the 2024 DDC Masters, originally set for December 14. Due to time constraints, the tournament will now take place on November 30.

Estrada also reminded members that the election for the new board of directors will be held on the same day. These adjustments aim to accommodate members' participation in other tournaments and give everyone more time to enjoy the holiday season with their families.

Labfey-Moyano Tandem Emerge Victorious in 2nd Wowow Cup Fixed Doubles; Barrozo Claims Regular Weekly Singles Championship

Dagupan's 2nd seed, Raffy Labfey and Oliver Moyano pulled off a stunning victory by defeating the favored duo of 4th seed Jayson Agbayani and Benson de Vera, despite the latter’s twice-to-beat advantage.

Labfey and Moyano showcased precision scoring and timely outshots, securing a decisive 3-0 win in the first set, which forced a sudden death leg of 701. The shift in momentum proved detrimental to Agbayani and de Vera, as they struggled to regain the form that had carried them through earlier rounds. De Vera had even earned the side award for hitting the tournament's first 180.

Meanwhile, the 3rd-seeded team of Jason Estrada and Raymond Cabusas secured 3rd place after defeating Dagupan’s top seed, Rommel Barrozo, and his partner, Braille Cawis.

In the side event of the 2nd Wowow Cup, the Bull Master title went to Benson de Vera, who triumphed in a sudden-death 3-dart shootout against Raffy Labfey. Both players scored 7 points in the elimination rounds, but De Vera edged out Labfey with a 3-1 win in the decider.

DDCI President and Wowow Cup sponsor Ronnie Mauricio was present to show his support and encourage the players. President Mauricio reaffirmed his dedication to promoting the sport of darts, not just in Dagupan but also in the surrounding communities. He urged members to actively participate in the weekly ranking games, highlighting their importance not only for improving rankings but also for fostering a competitive spirit.

In the weekly ranking singles event, Rommel Barrozo claimed the championship, defeating his rival and 2nd seed, Raffy Labfey, in a tense final match.

Looking ahead, the DDCI calendar features two major upcoming events: the Katuwaan Cup, sponsored by DDCI Past President and 2003 Darter of the Year Cris Antipuesto, scheduled for November 2, 2024, and the much-anticipated DDC Masters on December 14, 2024. Both events will be held at Winz BBQ, with the DDC Masters serving as the grand finale of the year’s tournaments before the holiday season.

As of August 2024