After three gruelling rounds, Jamver Mallari of SM City Legazpi was awarded the 2025 SM Super Spelling Bee grand winner. From left: Power Mac Center Assistant Marketing Manager Miguel Carpio, National Book Store President Adrian Ramos, SM Supermalls Assistant Vice President for Marketing and Leasing Hanna Carinna T. Sy, National University Senior Director for Business Development and Linkages Dr. Shainne Hostalero, Jamver Mallari, Power Mac Center Senior Business Development Manager Niña Rodriguez, and SM Supermalls Executive Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin.
Jamver Mallari of SM City Legazpi clinches this year’s crown
A thrilling showdown of sharp minds and spelling prowess unfolded as SM Supermalls hosted the Grand Finals of the SM Super Spelling Bee 2025 last October 4 at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.
After weeks of elimination rounds across SM malls nationwide, the country’s brightest young spellers gathered to showcase their mastery of words in a battle of wit, confidence, and linguistic skill.
Young spellers from all over the Philippines gathered together at the grand finals of the 2025 SM Super Spelling Bee at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia last October 4.
The grand finals featured three challenging phases: the Written Spelling Round, where contestants raced to spell ten words correctly to advance; the Oral Spelling Round, which tested their composure under pressure; and the nail-biting Final Oral Spelling Round, where the last three spellers faced off using buzzers until only one champion emerged.
After a gruelling Written Spelling Round, P-Pop group Hori7on provided a breather for spellers and everyone at the venue with their electrifying performance.
In the end, Jamver Mallari rose above the competition, demonstrated exceptional focus, determination, and talent to be crowned the SM Super Spelling Bee 2025 Grand Winner.
The champion received a prize package that included a 100% tuition and miscellaneous fee discount at National University, ₱25,000 in cash, ₱25,000 in SM gift certificates, a ₱150,000 National Bookstore gift card, a ₱20,000 Jollibee e-gift card, and a brand-new 13-inch MacBook Air from Power Mac Center.
Topel Maglana of SM City Davao and Lucas Pedroza of SM City Bacolod were the runners-up of the 2025 SM Super Spelling Bee.
Topel Maglana of SM City Davao and Lucas Pedroza of SM City Bacolod were the first and second runners-up of the grand finals. They received a 100% tuition discount at National University and a brand-new 13-inch MacBook Air from Power Mac Center. They also got cash prizes and gift certificates from SM Supermalls, National Bookstore, and Jollibee.
“This year’s Super Spelling Bee has once again highlighted the brilliance of Filipino students and their passion for learning,” said Hanna Carinna Sy, SM Supermalls AVP for Marketing and Leasing. “At SM, we are proud to provide a platform that celebrates academic excellence, builds confidence, and inspires the next generation of leaders.”
Through the SM Super Spelling Bee, SM Supermalls continues to champion educational opportunities while creating memorable events for students and families alike.
To know more about SM Supermalls, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow @SMSupermalls on social media.
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