2025 Hall of Fame
Youth & Scholar Award

Ms. Khyla Kreanzzel Guinto

Ms. Khyla Kreanzzel Guinto

Biography

At just six years old, Ms. Khyla Kreanzzel Guinto discovered her passion for taekwondo — a sport that would soon shape not only her skills but her character. From the very first kick, she dreamed not just of winning medals, but of becoming the kind of athlete who inspires others through discipline, humility, and heart.

Her journey was far from easy. Behind every victory were countless challenges, moments of doubt, and times she had to push herself to rise stronger than before. But for Ms. Guinto, every setback was not a defeat — it was a lesson, a reminder that true strength is built in moments when no one is watching.

Through taekwondo, she learned that triumph is more than standing on a podium. It is found in the discipline to train even when you're exhausted, the respect you give your opponents, and the courage to stand tall every time you fall. Because as she believes, falling does not make you a failure — refusing to rise does.

Ms. Khyla Guinto's story reminds us that greatness is not defined by titles or trophies, but by the resilience to keep moving forward and the heart to never give up. It is this spirit of perseverance and dedication that continues to inspire those who walk the same path.