Recognition Ceremony for National University Sports Championships ANUIES 2025
Culiacán, Sinaloa, July 2, 2025 – In a ceremony to honor hundreds of university athletes, their coaches, and medical staff, Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, alongside the rector of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS), Jesús Madueña Molina, presented economic incentives and recognitions to 181 university athletes who won medals at the ANUIES 2025 National University Sports Championships. Additionally, 48 coaches and 10 medical professionals were recognized for their contributions to the athletes’ preparation and success in sports events.
Economic Incentives and Recognition Details
- The economic incentives, named the “Dr. Jesús Alfredo Cuén Ojeda Merit Sports Award,” included:
- 20,000 pesos for gold medalists
- 14,000 pesos for silver medalists
- 10,000 pesos for bronze medalists
Governor’s Address and Recognition of Athletes
After personally handing out each economic incentive, Governor Rocha Moya praised the athletes for their hard work and dedication, emphasizing that their achievements elevate the reputation of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa and extend recognition to their families, who provide crucial support.
“I want to give you a strong embrace, congratulate you, and tell you that you are our pride. In reality, sports is not just entertainment; it’s discipline, culture, and a counter to antisocial attitudes. Athletes undergo rigorous personal control training, which is essential,” said Governor Rocha.
He further highlighted the importance of sports in universities, particularly at UAS, where it is considered a substantial activity complementing academics and fostering the development of citizens with strong values and excellent professionals.
Special Recognition for Marco Verde
Governor Rocha Moya specifically acknowledged silver medalist Marco Verde, a UAS boxer who recently turned professional after competing in the 2025 Paris Olympics.
Two-Hour Recognition Ceremony
For over two hours, Governor Rocha Moya personally presented the recognitions and economic incentives to all 181 medalists, emphasizing team sports like volleyball, soccer, track and field, baseball, and softball. He recognized entire teams as single medalists.
Government’s Commitment to Sports
The state government, under Governor Rocha Moya’s leadership, doubled the UAS budget for economic incentives. A total of 3,469,000 pesos were distributed, with half (1,732,000 pesos) contributed by the Sinaloa Sports Institute, in the presence of its director, Julio César Cascajares Ramírez.
Rector’s Tribute to Governor Rocha Moya
Rector Jesús Madueña Molina welcomed Governor Rocha Moya, recalling his previous tenure as UAS rector (1993-1997) when he significantly advanced university sports. During his term, the Olympic swimming pool, atletics track rehabilitation, and soccer rapid field were constructed, enhancing athletes’ physical preparation and motivating them through the emphasis on university sports.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who attended the recognition ceremony? Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, Rector Jesús Madueña Molina, and representatives from the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS).
- What were the economic incentives awarded? Gold medalists received 20,000 pesos; silver medalists got 14,000 pesos; and bronze medalists were given 10,000 pesos.
- Who received special recognition? Marco Verde, a UAS boxer who recently turned professional after competing in the 2025 Paris Olympics.
- How much did the state government contribute to the economic incentives? The state government doubled the UAS budget, contributing half (1,732,000 pesos) of the total 3,469,000 pesos distributed.
- What is Governor Rocha Moya’s connection to UAS sports? During his previous term as UAS rector (1993-1997), Governor Rocha Moya significantly advanced university sports by constructing the Olympic swimming pool, rehabilitating the atletics track, and building the soccer rapid field.
