26/04/2026
LAMUT CADET LEADS PMMA GUIDON COMMITTEE, UPHOLDS TRADITIONAL EXCELLENCE IN โKADALIGTANโ CLASS 2025
A cadet from Ifugao has earned distinction not only for leadership in operations but also for upholding the ceremonial traditions of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) Class โKadaligtanโ 2025.
Midshipman Lieutenant Commander (Midn/CDR) Casey Trix D. Balamban, a native of Lamut, served as 2nd Battalion Training Operations Officer (N3) while also leading the Guidon Committee, a dual responsibility that reflects both operational leadership and ceremonial excellence within the Corps of Midshipmen.
As N3, Balamban was responsible for overseeing training operations, drills, and battalion readiness, ensuring that cadet formations and activities were executed with discipline and precision. His concurrent leadership of the Guidon Committee placed him among the select cadets entrusted with representing the Academyโs prestige, unity, and command presence.
The Guidon Committee, composed of elite midshipmen, carries the Academyโs Guidon Flag, an enduring symbol of identity and cohesion. Under Balambanโs leadership, the committee is recognized for maintaining strict military bearing, synchronized movements, and ceremonial discipline, reinforcing PMMAโs tradition of excellence.
According to PMMA cadet features, the Guidon Committee works alongside the Colors Committee in preserving the Academyโs values. While the Colors Committee safeguards the Philippine flag and promotes patriotism anchored on Kawastuhan, Kababaang-Loob, and Kagitingan, the Guidon Committee embodies unit pride, unity, and command presence through precise ceremonial ex*****on.
Balambanโs dual roles highlight the trust and confidence placed in him by the Academy, reflecting his capacity to balance operational leadership and ceremonial responsibility, a hallmark of PMMAโs holistic cadet training system.
His performance adds to the growing recognition of Cordilleran cadets who continue to excel in both leadership and discipline within the Academy, strengthening the regionโs reputation in maritime education and service.
Together, these achievements underscore PMMAโs mission of producing competent, disciplined, and value, driven maritime officers prepared for service in the merchant marine, Philippine Navy, and Philippine Coast Guard.