Through relentless hard work and unyielding perseverance, she emerged triumphant, signing a prestigious contract as a National Athlete in July 2022.
Since then, Mel has fearlessly donned the national colors, carrying the Philippine flag with pride and resilience. Her journey has taken her across borders, as she fearlessly battled it out in international Obstacle Course Races (OCR) held in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Abu Dhabi. With each race, she etched her name into the annals of OCR history, leaving a trail of awe-inspiring achievements in her wake.