
Lynde Salgados
Lynde Salgados is the veteran Sports Writer for the Mindanao Gold Star Daily. With a career spanning decades, Lynde has become one of the most respected voices in Southern Philippines sports journalism, known specifically for his deep expertise in the Philippine chess circuit and regional basketball leagues. Based in Cagayan de Oro, his reporting goes beyond the final score, focusing on the development of homegrown athletes and the grassroots growth of Mindanaoan sports. Whether analyzing a grandmaster's gambit or covering high-stakes local tournaments, Lynde’s work is defined by technical precision and a commitment to elevating the sporting narrative of Northern Mindanao.
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Photo essay: No stopping the Black Panthers

Ozamiz 7-in-1 Chess Festival: A first ever in the Philippines

Misor team trains sight on rising chess star Cantonjos

Oro’s NM Mercado tops Butuan Rising chess tilt

Oro to host big chess team event on Nov. 4-5

XU athlete Arcaya emerges as Miss Consolacion 2023

Photo essay: Toughest table tennis championship

Capitol enjoys civil service sportsfest to the max

Batch 2000 stays unbeaten in XU Alumni hoopfest

XU-United: Who can stop them?

Oro’s Esparrago remains a martial arts warrior at 53
What has been interesting about her is her work ethic, grinding every day as a sports director in the tertiary department of the Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan.
