Gold medalists Joey Barba and Eusebio Quiniones are two patriotic mountain bike cyclists who will stop at nothing in bringing even more glory and national pride to the Philippines. With the help of FusionExcel and our amazing Scalar Energy products, they made it to the top!
Already, they are two of the country's finest in the sport.
Joey Barba, at 26 years old, has already achieved so much in the sport. He was the one who gave the Philippines its first gold at the 2007 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, winning the men's mountain bike downhill finals for the country. Also a medalist at the 2005 SEA Games, Barba is the Philippines' national champion from 2005-2010, making him a force to be reckoned with in the sport.
Like Barba, 38-year-old Eusebio "Eboy" Quiniones has given the country much pride as well. A multiple SEA Games medalist from 2001 to 2007, he has been the Philippines' national champion for three straight years, spanning from 2006 to 2008.
Together, they are two of the best mountain bike cyclists in the country. They are two patriots the Philippines can definitely be proud of. And now that they are ardent supporters of FusionExcel and Scalar Energy, the sky's the limit what these two gold medalists can do.
Both Joey Barba and Eusebio Quiniones are amazed with how FusionExcel's products has improved their performance. They are so excited to show to the rest of the world just how much better they have become in the coming 2011 SEA Games in Indonesia.
Together with FusionExcel, they will go for GOLD!!
Our team did a short interview with both of them and they were more than happy to oblige us:
What is your motivation in getting to the top?
Joey Barba: My family is what motivates me to be on top. That and pride for the Philippines.
Eusebio Quiniones: My motivation is to prove to myself that at 38 years old, I can still keep up with the young cyclists out there.
For you, what is the difference between reaching a certain level of performance and constantly maintaining this?
Joey Barba: Training is very important to be on top. But once you get there, that's when it starts to get tricky. You have to stay committed to being the best and always be reminded to stay away from distractions that could impede your progress.
Eusebio Quiniones: Focus and discipline are two things that will let you reach the level of performance you need to be the best. When you've finally reached it, you must remember what it takes to get you there. You can't afford to be careless or complacent.
What are your current goals in the sport? In life?
Joey Barba: My goal, as far as the sport is concerned, is to once again win a gold medal for the Philippines and to be ranked among the Top 5 in the Asian Mountain Bike Championship. Right now, Japan holds the top spot so we have a lot of work to do. In life, I want to finish my studies and have a better and brighter future for myself and my family when I finally decide to settle down. For the record, I'm not planning to have one yet. (Laughs)
Eusebio Quiniones: My ultimate goal in the sport is the opportunity to compete and give honor for the Philippines at the Olympics. In life, I want to provide my family with the best that life has to offer.
How important is having team spirit in the sport?
Joey Barba: It is very important. It's what makes us push each other in training for the sake of our country.
Eusebio Quiniones: In a race, team spirit plays a very important role in order for a team to reach the finish line first. We ride in groups of four in competitions and during these races, we have our attackers and defenders. This is where teamwork comes in. If the attackers do not attack the front-markers in time, or if the defenders fail to protect them, we won't be able to hold our position. We always need to work together to win races for the country.
What significance does having sponsors have?
Joey Barba: Having sponsors is the key in order for any given team to progress in the sport. I am sponsored by Green Thumb Racing and every day, we train new cyclists to become the very best at what they do. They are the future of the sport and it is our responsibility to help them realize their full potential and let them bring more glory for the country.
Eusebio Quiniones: It is crucial to have sponsors if you want to be able to compete in big international competitions such as the SEA Games or even the Olympics. We understand that the budget allotted for sports in the Philippines is really not that much so having sponsors really help fill that void.
Athletes are always involved in fund-raising and charitable events. How have you been active in this regard?
Joey Barba: As a member of Green Thumb Racing, we give back to the community by taking part in humanitarian activities and programs. It is our way of showing them that we are so thankful for all their support.
Eusebio Quiniones: We do our part in giving back to the community. The Philippine National Team makes sure that it returns all the love and support that our countrymen give us.
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