THE Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila on Tuesday congratulated its alumnus for securing a gold medal in the 32nd SEA Games.

Jay-ar De Castro won the gold in the 100-meter men’s obstacle course relay event in the regional athletic meet being held in Cambodia.

De Castro secured the Philippines’ ninth gold medal together with his teammates Ahgie Radan, Elias Tabac and Mervin Guarte.

“Congratulations to Mr. De Castro and his teammates for proudly carrying the Philippine flag to victory! On behalf of the PLM community, let me express our gratitude for bringing pride to our beloved country,” PLM President Emmanuel Leyco said.

De Castro earned his Bachelor of Physical Education degree at PLM.

He was a varsity team member in his undergraduate days and also served as a part-time faculty member at the College of Education.