After making the country proud in the Paris Olympics, two-time Olympic medalist Carlos Yulo will now serve the country after joining the Philippine Navy as part of the reserve force.
Carlos was inducted into the Philippine Navy Reserve Force as Petty Officer 1st Class by Naval Reserve Commander MGen. Joseph Ferrous Cuison PN(M) on October 1 at the Navy Headquarters.
During his induction, Carlos expressed how proud he is to have the privilege of being enlisted in the Philippine Navy, adding to that it is a recognition he “never expected in [his] lifetime.
“Wearing this Navy uniform fills me with immense pride. With all my heart, I thank the Philippine Navy for this prestigious recognition. I will uphold its core values and inspire today's youth, showing them that through sports, they too can serve our country,” Carlos said.
MGen Cuison also delivered a message from Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command Vice Adm. Toribio Adaci Jr., commending Carlos' PO1 appointment.
“Your dedication, discipline, and drive made you a champion on the world stage, and now, you bring those same qualities to the Philippine Navy. We know that when you commit to something, you give it your all,” MGen Cuison said.
The Naval Reserve Commander added from Vice Adm. Adaci's message, “I am confident you will do the same as a reservist, standing alongside men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting and uplifting our nation.”
Meanwhile, take a look at Carlos' induction as a PO1 Naval Reservist in this gallery:
After serving the Philippines in the Olympics, two-time Olympic medalist Carlos Yulo will be serving the country as a Petty Officer 1st Class Naval Reservist.
In his speech, Carlos expressed how proud he is for joining the Philippine Navy as a reserved officer.
Carlos took his oath-taking ceremony at the Navy Headquarters, inducted by MGen. Joseph Ferrous Cuison.
MGen Cuison placed the rank insignia on Carlos after the Olympic medalist took his oath.
MGen Cuison delivered Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command Vice Adm. Toribio Adaci Jr. message and congratulatory remarks for Carlos, expressing his confidence in his dedication.
Carlos is ready to fulfill his duty and show how he honors the country as a Naval Reservist.
Carlos posed with MGen Cuiso and his senior officers after his oath-taking ceremony.