Sunday, 15 March 2026

Author: Edwinnie Einstein Unji

Slow start costs Sabah in derby defeat, says Juan Torres

KUCHING: Sabah FC head coach, Juan Torres Garrido, admitted his side took too long to settle into the Borneo Derby as the Rhinos fell 2-0 to Kuching City FC at the Sarawak State Stadium on Saturday night (March 7). The Spanish tactician said his players needed nearly 20 minutes to

The Cats roar, the Rhinos fall in Borneo Derby

KUCHING: Kuching City FC struck early and defended resolutely to defeat Sabah FC 2-0 in a lively Malaysia Super League’s Borneo Derby at Sarawak State Stadium on Saturday (March 7). The Cats needed just five minutes to ignite the contest when João Pedro put the hosts ahead, sparking celebrations among

Three Sarawak girls earn Malaysia U19 Women’s cricket call-up

KUCHING: Sarawak’s women’s cricket pipeline continues to gain momentum after three players were included in Malaysia’s squad for the International Cricket Council (ICC) Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Regional Qualifier 2026. Aina Umaira Amin and Nur Qaireen Syakira Abedul Samad were named in the national squad, while fellow Sarawakian

Sebastian Ting takes on advisory role in Malaysia Pickleball Association

KUCHING: Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew has been appointed advisor to the Malaysia Pickleball Association (MPA) following the formation of its new Executive Committee (Exco) at a Remedial Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Jan 13. The Remedial AGM was convened to comply with requirements set by the Sports Commissioner

Oldest football tournament in Sarawak is back again

KUCHING: The Asajaya Unity Cup will return this Aidilfitri, setting the stage for another festive football showdown as teams from across Samarahan and Kuching prepare to battle for honours at the Kampung Sambir football field. Now entering its 58th edition, the popular grassroots tournament organised by Sambir Bistari Football Club

Para swimmers receive wheelchairs ahead of Para SUKMA

KUCHING: Sarawak’s para swimming squad have received a timely boost ahead of the upcoming Para SUKMA in Selangor after several athletes were presented with wheelchairs to assist in their training and preparations. The wheelchairs were handed over during a programme at the Sarawak Youth and Sports Complex Aquatic Excellence Centre

Sarawak sharpen final push to defend SUKMA crown

KUCHING: Sarawak’s athletes have entered the decisive stretch of preparations as they look to defend their Malaysian Games (SUKMA) crown on Selangor soil later this year. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said the state contingent is now moving into its final phase of

Sarawak women’s rugby back to drawing board with podium in sight

KUCHING: Sarawak’s women’s rugby team are in rebuilding mode ahead of this year’s SUKMA 7s competition, but head coach Sylvia Alexander Lian says the target of finishing on the podium remains unchanged. An 18-player squad has been in Phase One camp since early January, combining SUKMA 2024 returnees with new

Sarawak women’s rugby in rebuild mode, podium still in sight

KUCHING: Sarawak’s women’s rugby may be rebuilding, but their SUKMA podium ambitions remain locked firmly in place. An 18-player squad has been grinding through Phase One camp since early January as head coach, Sylvia Alexander Lian, reshapes the side for this year’s 7s showdown. The squad blends SUKMA 2024 returnees

Pickleball drive strengthens fitness and camaraderie

KUCHING: A friendly doubles pickleball match between Sarawak Badan Amal Tenaga Isteri-Isteri (SABATI), MAKSAK and PETRONAS Sarawak highlighted efforts to promote a healthy and sustainable lifestyle among members at the SABATI multi-purpose hall on Wednesday. The programme featured five SABATI/MAKSAK pairs competing against PETRONAS in a spirited contest aimed at