Friday, 2 January 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Financial prudence sees West Kalimantan sit out Borneo Games 2025

KUCHING: West Kalimantan will not be fielding a contingent at the Borneo Games 2025, as the province prioritises budget efficiency measures that include limiting overseas travel. West Kalimantan State Secretary, Dr Harrison Azroi, in a statement, said the decision was part of an ongoing effort to practise financial prudence, particularly

JCI Padawan blends sport, social service at ‘Golden 50 Run’

KUCHING: The Padawan Chapter of Junior Chamber International (JCI) blended sport, service, and social good at the ‘Golden 50 Run’ Kuching leg, with runners stepping out in support of health, unity, and the Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA). The fun run, held on Tuesday (Sept

New generation in focus as Sarawak squash builds depth

KUCHING: Sarawak squash is building its next generation of players as 67 children joined the Talent Identification Search 2025, with state coach, Fabian Reynaldo Faurillo, stressing the need to prepare a new batch to succeed the current Malaysia Games (SUKMA) squad. The one-day programme, held at the Sarawak Squash Centre

Sarawak squash charts growth with talent search, Nov tourney

KUCHING: Sarawakians of all ages are encouraged to step onto the court and try squash, as the Squash Talent Identification Search 2025 concluded with an open invitation for beginners, novices and elite players alike to join upcoming programmes and competitions. The closing ceremony at the Sarawak Squash Centre today was

Pickleball club hits the courts on Malaysia Day

KUCHING: A total of 30 Kuching picklers came together to celebrate Malaysia Day 2025. On the afternoon of Sept 16, in the true spirit of unity and celebration, 30 pickleball enthusiasts gathered at PicklePro Kuching in Tabuan Laru to play their hearts out — through the game that continues to

Peak condition the goal for Sarawak at Borneo Games

KUCHING: The Sarawak contingent for the Borneo Games 2025 will not only enter the competition with months of preparation, but also with specialised support in nutrition, sports science, and mental health care. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Deputy Minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said the state has made athlete wellbeing

Sarawak athletes unite as one for Borneo Games glory

KUCHING: Sarawak’s athletes are uniting under one banner and one spirit as they set their sights on conquering the Borneo Games 2025. Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Deputy Minister Datuk Gerald Rentap Jabu said the ongoing training camp is more than just final preparations — it is about forging a

Kuching City roar past Brunei DPMM in style

KUCHING: Kuching City FC turned on the style at home to crush Brunei DPMM FC, sealing their passage into the FA Cup last eight in emphatic fashion. Star striker Ronald Ngah Wanja led the charge with a superb hat-trick, while Danial Asri struck twice. Goals from Ramadhan Saifullah and Joao

Sarawak duo Josie and Valerie boost national 7s rugby squad

KUCHING: Malaysia’s Bunga Raya 7s women’s rugby squad has named 17 players, including Sarawak standouts, Josie Mavcellina Gone and Valerie Juan, as preparations intensify for the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series and the SEA Games in Thailand. The team will depart on September 18 for the first series of the

Athan set for MSSM badminton challenge despite injury setback

KUCHING: Sarawak shuttler Athan Yang Zhi Yung will represent the state at the MSSM National Badminton Championship in Perak from Sept 12 to 18 despite suffering a recent leg injury. The Chung Hua Middle School No 4 student earned his spot after winning both the boys’ singles and doubles titles