Saturday, 21 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Asia Rugby chief celebrates Sarawak’s rugby commitment

KUCHING: Asia Rugby Chief Executive Officer, Benjamin van Rooyen, praised the Sarawak Rugby Union (SRU) for its initiative in bringing Asia Rugby to Kuching, describing the collaboration as a strong example of partnership between Malaysia Rugby and the global rugby community. He said Sarawak’s effort in hosting this week’s Malaysia

Kuching City eye giant-killing moment against JDT

KUCHING: With nothing to lose and everything to prove, Kuching City FC head coach, Aidil Sharin Sahak, is calling on his players to give their all against powerhouse, Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT), in Sunday’s Malaysia FA Cup semi-final. The Singaporean tactician said his team will approach the match with focus

World Rugby courses elevate coaching standards in Sarawak

KUCHING: With four World Rugby-accredited courses running concurrently this week, Sarawak is making significant strides in strengthening its coaching, officiating, and player welfare ecosystem. Malaysia Rugby Training and Education Coordinator, Mohd Irwan Abdol, said the Malaysia Rugby Technical and Education Seminar features Level 1 courses in 15s and 7s coaching,

Sarawak’s rugby growth boosts national game development

KUCHING: The rapid rise of rugby in Sarawak is a positive sign for the sport’s overall progress in Malaysia, says Malaysia Rugby Training and Education Coordinator and World Rugby Educator, Mohd Irwan Abdol. He said that as Sarawak continues to develop its coaching and player base, it contributes directly to

Kuching City wants fans to make state stadium a fortress

KUCHING: Loyal Kuching City FC supporters are being called to paint the Sarawak State Stadium in Petra Jaya green and white on Sunday night (November 9). The Cats prepare for their biggest battle yet against the Southern Tigers of Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) in the first leg of the 2025

A Taste of Sarawak: Meritin Hotel brings people together over ‘tuak’

KUCHING: Meritin Hotel celebrated Sarawak’s heritage with a ‘tuak’ tasting session, where guests sampled a variety of locally made rice wines as part of the hotel’s effort to promote local culture and hospitality. General Manager, Yvonne Saman, expressed delight at the turnout during the `tuak’ tasting session held last weekend,

Hope FC fine-tune possession game before Red Deer encounter

KUCHING: After cruising past Rare PJ FC 5-1, Hope FC are now setting sights on Red Deer FC, with manager Bryan Cheong emphasising refinement in possession and quicker ball circulation ahead of Saturday’s encounter in the Liga Bandaraya Kuching. Despite missing several key players, Hope FC displayed impressive depth in

Historic Malaysia Rugby Technical and Education Seminar 2025 kicks off

KUCHING: The Malaysia Rugby Technical and Education Seminar 2025 officially kicked off today at the Riverside Majestic Hotel, marking a major milestone for rugby development in Sarawak and the region. Held in conjunction with the Asia Rugby Annual General Meeting (AGM) and hosted in Sarawak for the first time, the

Landas Azam Kasihnya Warisan 7 wins YPS Piala Perpaduan

KUCHING: Team Landas Azam Kasihnya Warisan 7 paddled to victory to win the YPS Piala Perpaduan at the Sarawak Regatta 2025, earning the RM2,000 grand prize. Close behind was Landas Saga Sebuyau 6, who secured second place and a RM1,500 cash prize, followed by Landas Cahaya Helang Tasik 6 in

Sarawak move forward with promising results in U12 and U16 Badminton Nationals

KUCHING: Team Sarawak delivered a strong showing at the National Interstate U12 and U16 Badminton Championships 2025. The team achieved their best result with a fourth-place finish in the Boys’ U12 category and top five spots for both U16 teams. The championships, held at Stadium Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur from October