GRP 6 Statistics and Probability

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GAME OF RISK: EXPLORING SHS LEARNERS EXPERIENCE IN

COCKFIGHTING
By:
RINGOR KRISTINE CLAIRE
SALACYAO JASMINE
JOVE KEANU
ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE

TAGUDIN CAMPUS
LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

GRADE 11
JUNE 2022
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur

COCKFIGHTING
Submitted By:
SALACYAO JASMINE
JOVE KEANU
Submitted To:
Mr. MARK JAYBEE R. GALAY
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
APPROVAL SHEET
This research entitled “Game of Risk: Exploring SHS learners Experience
in Cockfighting” researched and submitted by Kristine Claire Ringor,
Jasmine Salacyao and Keanu Jove is a partial fulfillment of the
requirements in Practical Research I.
MARIA DENISE LOU C. AGUILAN, MSE FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO, MALL

Research Adviser Associate Dean, LHS
Date Signed: __________________ Date Signed: __________________
Accepted as a partial fulfillment of the requirements for Practical
Research I.
MARIA DENISE LOU C. AGUILAN, MSE FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO, MALL

Research Adviser Associate Dean, LHS
Date Signed: __________________ Date Signed: __________________
ABSTRACT
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Cockfighting, also known as sabong, has become a culturally and
legally acceptable form of gambling among Filipinos. Sabong has mainly
influenced how its practitioners make a living as an established cultural
phenomenon. This research will examine what motivates senior high school
students to gamble in the cockpit and how they avoid it. The researcher is
interested in cockpit gamblers' firsthand accounts.
The study aimed to learn about and characterize the lived
experiences of senior high school students who participate in or play
cockfighting.
This phenomenology study included seven participants who met the criteria
we established. After examining the reports of 7 student cockfighters, the
study attained data saturation research. Data were gathered utilizing
interview questions that asked cockfighters to explain why they engaged in
the activity and what they did to steer clear of it.
This paper presents the findings of a small-scale qualitative analysis.
The key motivations of cockfighters were all examined through unstructured
interview interviews. Interviews were transcribed, edited, coded, and
analyzed to identify recurring theme components.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preliminary Pages
Title Page ---------------------------------------------- i
Letter of Approval ---------------------------------------------- ii
Abstract ---------------------------------------------- iii
Acknowledgement ---------------------------------------------- iv
Dedication ---------------------------------------------- v
Table of Contents ---------------------------------------------- vi
CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION
Background of the study ----------------------------------------- 4
Framework of the Study --------------------------------------------- 7
Statement of the Problem (SOP) --------------------------------- 10
Scope and delimitation --------------------------------- 10
Significance of the study --------------------------------- 11
Definition of Terms ------------------------------------------------ 12
CHAPTER II: METHODOLOGY
Research Design ------------------------------------------------- 13
Participants and research site------------------------------------------ 14
Instrumentation and data collection----------------------------------- 15
Data Analysis ------------------------------------------------- 17
CHAPTER III. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Findings and Discussion --------------------------------------- 20
Summary of Findings ----------------------------------------------- 26
Conclusion ----------------------------------------------- 28
Recommendation --------------------------------------------- 28
Bibliography ------------------------------------------------------ 29
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APPENDICES
Appendix A. Letter to the principal ------------------------------------ 32
Appendix B. Proofs and evidence ------------------------------------ 33
Appendix C. Documentation ------------------------------------ 34
Appendix D. Biodata ------------------------------------ 35
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Conceptual Framework Design------------------------------- 7
Figure 2. Flowchart -------------------------------------------------- 19
LIST OF IMAGES
Image 1. Proof and evidence ------------------------------------
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Image 2. Proof and evidence ------------------------------------
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Image 3. Documentation ------------------------------------
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Image 4. Documentation ------------------------------------
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Chapter I
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study
Cockfighting is a ring sport in which two roosters, or cocks (also
known as gamecocks), face off in a ring. The birds are typically chosen for
their proportions and aggression, and they also have blades (single-edged
or double-edged) affixed to their left legs, though some fights feature
blades on the animals' right legs or both legs, depending on owner
agreement. Cockfighting, also known as "sabong," was first observed in
the Philippines during Magellan's journey and discovery in 1521. It is a
popular hobby in the country, has existed for over a century. Filipinos of
all social classes participate in this betting pastime that has become
ingrained in their culture. Due to its popularity, "sabong" has spawned a
billion-dollar industry, with tens of thousands of cocks shattered. When a
Filipino house catches fire, he first saves his cock, then his wife, and
finally his children," as sarcastically said. Cockfighting became more
popular also in different country. This recreation has also gained
popularity in India as part of a regional version for Makar Sankranti.
Every fight became a big-money event. Even though it is prohibited,
many cockfighters continue to do so. This event involves a significant
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sum of money (Slater, 2019). The Indian tribal nation, on the other hand,
should be able to enjoy their land's rights and laws. The Kiowa people are
one of the Indian tribes who hold cockfighting as a cultural right;
therefore, they have the freedom to gamble at cockfighting. Two handlers
with multicolored gamecocks enter the arena and scream at their bets at
the Bayou membership in Vinton, Louisiana. A small, sandy coliseum in
the pit's center is ringed by a wire fence and Plexiglas (Hawley, 1982).
Cockers in America eat the highest-quality feed; they also need perfect
space because they don't confine all of their winged birds to small
enclosures. A genuine cockfighter does this for the money. (Zarley, 2015).
Globally, the ongoing COVID-19 situation has had a wide-ranging and
significant impact on people's lives. In addition to the physical harm
caused by the epidemic, it is thought to have a significant impact on the
general public's mental health. It has been proposed that among the
pandemic's possible effects and effects on daily life, addictive habits may
be strengthened. For instance, there may be a rise in the number of
people participating in cockfighting. The pandemic provided great timing
because many Filipinos are gamblers and were stuck at home getting
bored. There are also now teenagers, particularly students, who are
involved in cockfighting, and there is no age limit to gambling and
stopping minors from getting hooked on cockfighting. Since 1976, when
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PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation) was founded
by Presidential Decree number 1067, gaming in Metro Manila has been
regulated. All of the PAGCOR's state-owned scope, which operates under
the direct supervision of the Office of the President, has three key
responsibilities: to control and manage all games of chance in the
country, particularly casino gaming; to generate and increase funds for
government projects such as infrastructure and socio-civic through
casino gaming; and to increase tourism throughout the country (Blog-
shops, 2020). In this instance, to decrease face-to-face contact and stop
the virus from spreading, the national government forbids playing Sabong
in all regions of the Philippines. As a result of this incident, Online
Sabong or E-Sabong is at its height during the Lockdown & New Normal
period; the beginning of the stated that the online game is unnamed.
Several athletes who aren't very into already switching to utilizing
cellphones or the internet and learning to adapt to wager and play. Given
that the Covid-19 virus is still alive and a new variation, the duration of
the new normal, and the likelihood of returning to face-to-face
competition, Sabong is losing all of his points. The only way is to play it
online.
We discovered that senior high school students engage in
cockfighting in the Barangay Becques area. As a result, we must research
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cockfighting to learn about their personal experiences and their
motivations for participating in cockfighting, and strategies or avoiding it.
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Framework of the Study
The conceptual framework that guided this investigation is
discussed in this section. To investigate senior high school students'
cockfighting experiences, motivations, and methods.
Experience
Game of Strategies
Risk
Gambling
Figure 1. Conceptual Framework
Game of Risk
They sell their cocks to others at high prices; cockfighting may be
both a risk and a business. Cockfighters engage in the sport because it is
a part of their culture and passion. Nonetheless, we are all aware that
betting on cockfights has implications, and you must be aware of them.
Some students at this period risk their money by participating in
cockfighting; they risk their money without recognizing that they are also
risking their education. Furthermore, if you choose to participate in
cockfight gambling, you must accept all of the repercussions and accept
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the outcome. Placing a wager on a cockfight can keep you busy because
you want to win, yet you end up losing (Sentencia, 2007).
Experiences
They swiftly make a hand signal to place a bet on their favorite
team when the game begins. The arena filled with determined yelling from
the cockfighters as the game heated up. They both agreed that engaging
in cockfight activities was for the purpose of making extra money
(Almendral, 2013).
There are a few seconds of silence after that, and then the two
roosters begin battling each other while the audience yell. Some of them
are shouting their bets and flashing their money. The winning team gets
the money after the game, while the roosters lie on the ground with blood
on their money (Buncombe, 2005).
Going back to the attack at Resort World Manila in 2017, the
gunman's name was Carlo, and he was a huge cockfighting bettor. He
used to own a two-hectare farm, especially for his Gamecocks in Tanuan
City, Batangas province. According to Dodong Ablao, the village chairman
of Barangay Darasa, where Carlos had been for the previous five years,
he was an impetuous gambler. It's fine for him to lose a million dollars in
a single game (Inquirer, 2017).
Gambling
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Cockfighting is classified as gambling because the majority of men
participate in it. They spend their time traveling to cockfight gambling
venues. Cockfighters wager at that moment because they believe they
have a chance to win the game.
Cockfighters in the Philippines indulge in cockfighting to preserve
native Filipino culture and customs. Cockfighters indulge in cockfighting
for specific reasons in this situation. Cockfighters engage in this type of
gambling because they want to double their money and have a good time.
They are inspired to place a wager on their favorite team when they
think about happiness since they already know that cockfight gambling is
a 50/50 possibility.
Strategies
Some cockfighters have stopped partaking in this type of gambling
since they have realized a number of things. Some people concentrate on
their personal lives, while others concentrate on their businesses.
Knowing their tactics for avoiding this type of gambling is also beneficial
to others.
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Statement of the Problem
This study looked at the experiences of senior high school students who
engage in cockfighting games.
It aimed to answer the following questions in particular:
1. Why are there senior highschool students participate in cockfighting?
2. What are the ways of senior high school students in order to avoid
participating in or playing cockfighting?
Scope and Delimitation
The study was limited to students in senior high school who had
participated in cockfighting and were inhabitants of Barangay Becques.
Our proposed questions are related to the theme of cockfighters' living
experiences. Participants would be allowed to respond to the questions
only based on their own experiences and perceptions.
According to Creswell (1998), phenomenological research should have 5-
25 participants, although Morse (1994) suggests that participants should
be at least six, depending on the saturation stage. As a result, this study
included seven participants who had previously gambled in cockfights.
The participants were from Barangay Becques, Tagudin.
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Significance of the Study
The purpose of the research is to address the problem and present
conclusions and solutions based on the points of view and opinions of the
participants and others who are involved in this study. It could provide
folks with pertinent information for their benefit.
This study could help with the following:
To the cockfighters, to understand what they were doing in terms
of their common thoughts on this research.
To the cockfighter's family, explain why their daughter or son is
participating in cockfighting.
To the citizens of Barangay Becques, in order to explain why
senior high school students cockfighters participate in cockfight
gambling.
To the students and future researchers, to provide them an
understanding of why senior high school students are participating in
cockfighting, as well as to enable them to know and grasp each
participant's point of view.
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Definition of Terms
The terms used in the research are operationally defined as;
Cockfighting – is an activity that needs luck in order for you to
win. It was an event that occurred in Barangay during occasions such
as Fiestas.
Cockfighters – are the ones who put a bet on/her chosen team and
participate in cockfight gambling.
Cockfight – an organized fight between two cocks fighting against
each other.
Game of risk – a game that leads you to a win or loses situation
where a cockfighter puts an amount of money to his/her chosen team
and just waits for the result.
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METHODOLOGY
This chapter presents the research design, participants and
research, instrumentation and data collection, and data analysis.
Research Design
The research design was defined as the methods of the process and
strategies that the researcher would like to use to organize the data
logically and to keep the research topic in mind (Bhat, 2019).
Researchers have descriptive research in study design, which is very
beneficial in making the assertion clear and stable through its intricate
details (Mittal, 2010).
In summary, determining the behavior of cockfighters involved in
cockfighting was simple for us because it simply defines the
circumstance that we could apply through our interpretation, and by
doing so, it could be a result of a detailed information qualitative
research.
In terms of continuity, the naturalistic approach falls within
qualitative research, and it is a method that investigates contemporary
social issues. D. Cohen and B. Crabtree (2006).
The researchers chose cockfighting for the definition because it is
both a natural and modern phenomenon. Furthermore, qualitative
research studies typically seek answers to questions about the
"what","how" and “why” of phenomena, according to green & Thorogood
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(2004). Phenomenology is one of these methods used to describe how
humans experience a specific sensation.
Cockfighting is a phenomenological study because it is a
phenomenon that exists in our society, as we have seen in Barangay
Becques. Even if the location changed, cockfighters continued to attend
and participate.
Furthermore, we are merely researchers who gathered data based solely
on the lived experiences of cockfighters in the sport of cockfighting.
Researchers employed phenomenology to describe how student
cockfighters in Barangay Becques experienced cockfighting, and we also
tried to set aside biases and previous preconceptions about their
experiences.
Participants and research site
It refers to the research study's aim in the case of a research
participant. With that, purposive sampling is one of the samplings in
getting participant. It is the non-probability sampling that chooses
according to the manners of a population that was known as judgmental
sampling (Given, 2008). In connection with our topic, we used the said
sampling because it was applicable for us to select our participants'
based on our critical thinking to determine who is involved to
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cockfighting in a way of setting criteria in which it could serve as a guide
for us in choosing our participants.
Furthermore, our participants were senior high school students
who had previously participated in cockfighting.
As a result, we researchers chose Barangay Becques as the
location for our participants since we saw that most of the students'
cockfighters who live here met our criterion. As a result, meeting our
participants in this area was simple .In the transcription of results, the
participants names were coded as P1,P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 and P7 by the
researchers to ensure anonymity and confidentiality. The location of the
study will be at the participant’s house.
Instrumentation and Data collection
We researchers must meticulously document any potentially useful
data while collecting the data, using an audio recorder to capture every
word our participants stated.
Data collection is gathering all of the information needed from a
reputable source to find a solution to the research problem and, at the
same time, test and refine the hypothesis (Rouse, 2016).
We could get information through interviews or audiovisuals. We
were able to conduct interviews with the subjects who provided us with
the data for our study.
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An interview is a dialogue in which information is gathered. The
interviewer is the one who asks the questions and processes the
discussion, while the interviewee is the one who answers them. It might
happen in person or over the phone (Easwaramoorthy and Zarinpoush,
2006).
We picked an unstructured interview for our study since it would
be easier for us to gather the participants' responses. It would also not
be difficult for them or us because we are not limited to the question
asked.
An informal interview is another name for an unstructured interview.
The inquiries are not always planned and asked without restriction,
even if they are out of sequence. There are also questions that may be
overlooked or added. (McLeod, 2014).
Individual interviews are one of the procedures used in data collection.
Individual interviews are commonly utilized in research as a data
collection method. It is worthwhile to get or gather information from
persons who do not have their perceptions, understandings, or
experiences of the issue in question. 2013 (Ryan, Coughlan, and
Cronin).
We decided as a group to have an in-depth individual interview so
that we might get a better result. Participants can also feel free to talk
about their experiences as cockfighters in private.
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Data Analysis
Data analysis is a method of systematic finding and organizing the
transcripts and observation notes of the researcher as part of qualitative
research. It will be more stable as a result (Wong, 2008).
It is critical to follow the proper procedure when analyzing the data to
produce the appropriate theme for our cockfighting topic. The steps are
transcribing, translating, coding, collating, and creating a piece.
To begin, transcribing is a word-for-word process carried out
through individual group or group interviews. You can write the spoken
words of your participants while transcribing (Mondada, 2007).
It is critical to have our phone for audio recording during the
interview while transcribing our data. We write everything down,
including the participants' demeanor.
Transcription is a difficult task that requires translation from one
language to another. Translation can take up a lot of time and effort
(Mondada, 2007).
We needed the translation because we interviewed in our native
language, and we wanted our participants to feel comfortable answering
the questions.
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Coding is a method of analyzing data for similarities and
differences. After that, you can group comparable data and place it in its
proper location (Wong, 2008).
After we had transcribed and translated everything in our research, it
was time to sort their responses into categories using letters to identify
themes.
The Cambridge Dictionary defines collate as "bringing together
different pieces of information to analyze and compare them."
After coding, it's time to put everything together to create the theme
we've been looking for. We separated the answers that differed from the
majority and compared them in our research (Maguire, 2017).

COCKFIGHTING
Senior Highschool Learners of Barangay Becques
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Experience and Reasons Different strategies in

avoiding
Interview
Data Gathering
Transcription of interview and results
Results of transcription Conclusions based on the

interpretation (transcribing interpretation
coding,categorizing, thematizing)
Based on the data or outcomes, provide

conclusions and recommendations
Figure 2. Flowchart
CHAPTER III
RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
This chapter begins with the description of data analysis and then
moves on to a discussion of the research results. That the answers to
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the research questions are relevant. The study's overall findings and
suggestions for additional research are also the main topics of this
chapter. The current study's findings are supported by a
phenomenological investigation carried out among senior high school
students in Barangay Becques. They participate in cockfighting, for
which we interviewed to gather information.
FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
The findings in this article were attained using qualitative
research techniques that mostly use interviews and observation. The
results were interpreted in order to highlight the Experience of Senior
high school students in cockfighting.
FOCUS STUDYING
Accepting the consequence they made while playing or participating
in cockfighting leads these student cockfighters to focus on their studies;
it became their coping mechanism to avoid it, as stated by all the
participants.
“nagpokus ako sa pag aaral ko at tuluyan kong kinalimutan ang
paglalaro.”
“ay binago ko ang buhay ko at nag aral nalang akong mabuti.”
“nagpokus ako sa pag aaral ko at binago ang sarili.”
“inuna ko ang aking pag aaral at mga priorities sa buhay”
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“nilibang ang sarili sa pag aaral”
“prinaority ko ang aking pag aaral at tinuon ko nalang ang oras ko dito”
This section discusses the student cockfighters' steps to stop
engaging in cockfighting in the future. Their only means of avoiding it is
by concentrating on their studies. Another reason was that cockfighters
including youngsters nowadays prefer to participate in these kinds of
events for a reason that they apparently enjoy them (Bekoff, 2011).
IT’S MORE FUN ON COCK
Fun is one aspect of life that cockfighters tend to like. Fun is the
idea that cockfighting is something to be enjoyed while being played.
They can consistently have fun in their life if they can play with this idea
in their minds every day. When you discover that element of fun, even on
days when their circumstances aren't great right now, things can start to
change. In giving their thoughts about the theme, seven student
cockfighter participants answered as follows:
Ang sabong para sa akin ay isang sugal kung saan sumasali at naglalaro
kami para maging masaya. (P1)
Para sa akin ang sabong ay isang sugal kung saan napapasaya ako nito
kapag naglalaro. (P2)
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Ang sabong ay isang sugal para sa akin na kung saan kapag naglalaro
ako nito sumasaya ako. (P3)
Every time they engaged in cockfighting, the participants—who are
cockfighters—felt joy. We discovered that cockfighters frequently
participate in the sport to have fun. Additionally, they believed that
happiness was more essential than money, even if they lost it all. They
are responsible for their own participation in cockfighting activities..
Cockfighting is a sport that has long been practiced, and most
cockfighters often engage in it for enjoyment rather than for financial gain
(Titthara & White, 2014). Cockfighting is done for entertainment in
Cabuyao, Laguna, to socialize with the boys and have a good time. And
praying a friend succeeds so he can drink a beer and consume one of the
unsuccessful roosters (Almendral 2013). Additionally, according to the
associated information, cockfights are merely for entertainment because
participants don't care how much money is at risk as long as they have
fun and have time to spend with their friends or other bettors. Another
reason was that modern-day cockfighters, even young people, choose to
take part in these kinds of activities since they seem to enjoy them
(Bekoff, 2011).
EASY MONEY
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All of these student cockfighters need money to meet their
requirements and wants for themselves or their families, and they are
willing to play cockfighting and risk losing their school allowances to
increase it. Five student cockfighters answered as follows:
“gusto ko magkaroon ng pera para matulungan ko ang pamilya ko” (SC1)
“gusto ko matulungan ang magulang ko sa gastusin at para mabili ko ang
gusto ko.” (P2)
“gusto ko magkaroon ng pera para mabili ko lahat ng gusto ko at
matulungan ang tatay ko sa pagbili ng gamot”. (P4)
“naglalaro ako ng sabong gusto ko magkaroon ng pera at para makatulong
sa aking mga magulang sa mga gastusin”. (P5)
“gusto ko magkaroon ng madaming pera para may maitutulong ako sa
nanay ko at sa mga kapatid ko.” (P6)
Cockfighting is helpful because cockfighters can buy their wants if and
only they win because they already have much money to buy anything
they need for a reason that in cockfighting, if you’ll win the money you
put can make your money double but it depends to the money you stake
(Almendral 2013).
HELPFUL
Cockfighters see cockfighting as beneficial because they think that
while they play, they aren't too focused on their issues in life or their
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studies. Additionally, this senior high school's cockfighters use the sport
as stress relief. As stated by participant 4,6 and 7.
“Masaya ako kapag naglalaro ng sabong kasi sa gantong paraan hindi ko
naiisip ang mga pinagdadaanan ko sa buhay.”(P4)
“Masaya kasi nakakalimutan ko yung mga problema ko at mga
responsibilidad.” (P6)
“Masaya minsan kasi parang pag naglalaro ako nawawala yung nga bigat
na nararamdaman ko lalo na kapag nanalo pa ako.” (P7)
RECREATION
The majority of the cockfighters claimed that it is their pastime to
engage in cockfighting. They frequently attend cockfight events to
participate since there are times when they are idle. And when these
student cockfighters have free time, they frequently play cockfighting. As
participants 6 and 7 stated that for them, they play cockfighting when it's
their free time.
“libangan”
“libangan at sugal”
According to the cockfighters, there are no specific reasons why
they enjoy getting involved and taking part in cockfight activities.
Nevertheless, they continue to attempt to breed and train roosters for
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cockfighting. Every time they have free time, they love to attend
cockfighting events (Ismail,2016).
INFLUENCE
Cockfighters become interested in the sport because they take up
cockfighting as a hobby after inheriting it from their families. They are
passionate about taking part in cockfight activities since it runs in their
blood. Additionally, cockfighters were influenced by their father and other
family members, which is why they engaged in this form of gambling.
With that, they are already aware of how to manage their cocks while also
caring for them so that they will get stronger and be prepared to battle.
Additionally, they are the ones who keep engaging in this type of
wagering in cases when their other family members or father made the
initial bet. As stated by participant 6:
“Ang naging rason ko sa paglalaro ay dahil ito sa tatay ko na namatay na
mahilig din maglaro ng sabong kumbaga namana ko ito sa kanya.”
Early in the history of the state of Utah, the sports made their way
there as the frontier moved west. The Utah cockers adhere to southern
cocking customs while also incorporating some Mexican practices. A
fourteen-year-old boy's family exposed him to cockfighting at a young age
(Walker,2019).
As a result, one of the cockfighters' motivations is that their family
influences them, and as a result, they become involved in cockfight
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gambling. Because they continue to participate in cockfights, which their
family fledged for them, they become increasingly engaged in the
gambling industry.
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
Focus studying
Due to cockfighters' experiences in participating in cockfighting,
many have begun to shun it and concentrate on their education, so
they recognize the need for reform for the betterment of themselves
and their future.
Its more fun on cock
This student cockfighters finds happiness in participating in
cockfights. The cockfighters who took part in the activity experienced
joy each time.
Easy Money
Student cockfighters stake their allowance on the battle's outcome,
and if they win, they plan to use the winnings to fulfill their needs and
desires.
Helpful
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Cockfighters playing cockfighting are helpful to them because
whenever they are playing, their focus is just on the game, and
participants can't think about the problems they are facing.
Recreation
Every time they have free time, student cockfighters typically play
cockfighting because it is their hobby, and they use it as a way to
unwind.
Influence
Since participating in cockfight activities runs in their family, these
cockfighters are passionate about doing so. They inherited playing
cockfighting from their relatives.
CONCLUSIONS
The findings of this research presented student cockfighters motivation in
playing cockfighting, as well as the ways on how did they avoid playing or
participating in cockfighting, as outlined in the following conclusions:.
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1. Different reasons influence the student cockfighters involved in
playing or participating, some are bringing their gamecocks, and some
are just getting their money for the bets they'll make.
2. The consequences they face while playing, the problems they
encounter in their studies, and the life lessons they learned made
them avoid playing cockfighting.
RECOMMENDATION
Considering the research's findings, it is possible that enhanced and
reinforced by:
1. Through seminars and forums organized by barangay Becques
officials, everyone can learn about the harmful effects of playing
cockfighting and end up with better solutions to end this kind of
gambling by the barangay officials.
2. Assessing the adverse effects that gambling causes to students.
3. Undertake a comparable study that considers how parents feel about
their children who participate in cockfighting.
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APPENDIX A
Republic of the Philippines
ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE
LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL
JUNE 01,2022
FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO
Principal, LHS
Ma’am:
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Greetings!
The undersigned researchers do humbly request from your good office the
permission to conduct phenomenological research study entitled, “GAME
OF RISK: EXPLORING SHS LEARNERS EXPERIENCE IN
COCKFIGHTING”.
This is in connection with the completion of the partial requirements of

our subject in Practical Research I.
Your kind approval of this request would be very much appreciated.
Very truly yours,

SALACYAO JASMINE
JOVE KEANU
Noted by:
MARIA DENISE LOU C. AGUILAN

Research adviser
Approved by:
FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO, MALL
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OLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE SHS (HUMSS 11)
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
APPENDIX B
Proof and Evidence
Image 1. Proof and evidence
Image 2. Proof and evidence
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OLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE SHS (HUMSS 11)
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
APPENDIX C
Documentation
Image 4. Documentation
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APPENDIX D
Biodata
PERSONAL DATA
Name: Kristine Claire D. Ringor

Course: Humanities and Social Sciences
Contact Number:09394308938
Address:Becques, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Place of Birth: Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Age: 17
Sex: Female
FAMILY BACKGROUND:
Mother’s Name: Gregoria Ringor

Occupation: Housewife
Father’s Name: Pedro Ringor Jr.
Occupation: Factory worker
Parent’s address: Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Senior High School
Name of School: Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College-Laboratory High

School
School Address: Quirino, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Junior High School

School
Elementary
Name of School: Becques Community School

School Address:Becques, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
PERSONAL DATA
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Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Name: Jasmine G. Salacyao

Contact Number: 09568594935
Address:Alilem Ilocos Sur,Brown Street, Purok Namnama
Place of Birth: Ilocos Sur
Age: 17
Sex: Female
FAMILY BACKGROUND:
Mother’s Name: Evelyn Gao-ay Salacyao

Occupation: Housewife
Father’s Name: Edgar Alipio Salacyao
Occupation: Security Guard
Parent’s address: Alilem Ilocos Sur
Senior High School

School
Junior High School
Name of School: Alilem National High School

School Address: Poblacion Alilem Daya Ilocos Sur
Elementary
Name of School: Alilem Central School

School Address: Poblacion Alilem Daya Ilocos Sur
PERSONAL DATA
Name: Mark Keanu G. Jove

Contact Number: 09165662443
Address: Quirino, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Place of Birth: Southern IS District Hospital
38
Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Age:17
Sex: Male
FAMILY BACKGROUND:
Mother’s Name: Clemencia U. Guevarra

Occupation: Saleswoman
Father’s Name: Edgar Elvis Jove
Occupation: None
Parent’s address: Quirino, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
Senior High School

School
Junior High School
Name of School: Tagudin National Highschool

Elementary
Name of School: Saint Agustine’s School

School Address: Rizal, Tagudin, Ilocos Sur
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ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE SHS (HUMSS 11)

Tagudin, Ilocos Sur

GAME OF RISK: EXPLORING SHS LEARNERS EXPERIENCE IN

ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

GAME OF RISK: EXPLORING SHS LEARNERS EXPERIENCE IN

This research entitled “Game of Risk: Exploring SHS learners Experience

in Cockfighting” researched and submitted by Kristine Claire Ringor,

Jasmine Salacyao and Keanu Jove is a partial fulfillment of the

requirements in Practical Research I.

MARIA DENISE LOU C. AGUILAN, MSE FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO, MALL

Date Signed: __________________ Date Signed: __________________

Accepted as a partial fulfillment of the requirements for Practical

MARIA DENISE LOU C. AGUILAN, MSE FEMARIE M. CAPISTRANO, MALL

Date Signed: __________________ Date Signed: __________________

Cockfighting, also known as sabong, has become a culturally and

legally acceptable form of gambling among Filipinos. Sabong has mainly

influenced how its practitioners make a living as an established cultural

interested in cockpit gamblers' firsthand accounts.

The study aimed to learn about and characterize the lived

experiences of senior high school students who participate in or play

we established. After examining the reports of 7 student cockfighters, the

study attained data saturation research. Data were gathered utilizing

interview questions that asked cockfighters to explain why they engaged in

the activity and what they did to steer clear of it.

This paper presents the findings of a small-scale qualitative analysis.

The key motivations of cockfighters were all examined through unstructured

interview interviews. Interviews were transcribed, edited, coded, and

analyzed to identify recurring theme components.

Background of the Study

Cockfighting is a ring sport in which two roosters, or cocks (also

or double-edged) affixed to their left legs, though some fights feature

blades on the animals' right legs or both legs, depending on owner

agreement. Cockfighting, also known as "sabong," was first observed in

the Philippines during Magellan's journey and discovery in 1521. It is a

ingrained in their culture. Due to its popularity, "sabong" has spawned a

billion-dollar industry, with tens of thousands of cocks shattered. When a

finally his children," as sarcastically said. Cockfighting became more

popular also in different country. This recreation has also gained

popularity in India as part of a regional version for Makar Sankranti.

Every fight became a big-money event. Even though it is prohibited,

many cockfighters continue to do so. This event involves a significant

one of the Indian tribes who hold cockfighting as a cultural right;

therefore, they have the freedom to gamble at cockfighting. Two handlers

the Bayou membership in Vinton, Louisiana. A small, sandy coliseum in

Globally, the ongoing COVID-19 situation has had a wide-ranging and

significant impact on people's lives. In addition to the physical harm

caused by the epidemic, it is thought to have a significant impact on the

be strengthened. For instance, there may be a rise in the number of

people participating in cockfighting. The pandemic provided great timing

involved in cockfighting, and there is no age limit to gambling and

stopping minors from getting hooked on cockfighting. Since 1976, when

PAGCOR (Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation) was founded

by Presidential Decree number 1067, gaming in Metro Manila has been

regulated. All of the PAGCOR's state-owned scope, which operates under

responsibilities: to control and manage all games of chance in the

country, particularly casino gaming; to generate and increase funds for

government projects such as infrastructure and socio-civic through

casino gaming; and to increase tourism throughout the country (Blog-

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