KUCHING: As international teams settle in for the World Aquatics Championships, Tunisia’s national coach, Ameur Ben Rekaya, singled out local swimming coach, Voon Yong Hui, for his tireless two-week effort in ensuring a seamless experience – from lodging to lanes. Ben Rekaya, a veteran coach with nearly four decades of
KUCHING: For Sarikei-born strongman, Jonah Chang Rigan, competing at the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 Summer World University Games (WUG) in Germany was more than just a test of strength – it was a journey of growth, humility and faith. The 22-year-old athlete represented Malaysia in the men’s shot put, where he finished
KUCHING: Renewed support from schools and parents has revived the Cricket Development Sarawak (CDS) Under-12 Cricket Programme, involving 90 participants in a week-long training and coaching initiative. Running from July 20 to 27, the programme has brought together students and teachers from Kuching, Padawan, Samarahan and Simunjan, for structured cricket
KUCHING: Timuran Kembangan Sdn Bhd achieved a milestone in sustainability by securing two top honours at the 2024 ESG Positive Impact Awards, winning gold in the Waste Management category and silver in Renewable Energy. The prestigious award ceremony, held recently at a hotel in Kuala Lumpur, recognised the company’s growing
KUCHING: Former national midfielder and Sarawak football icon, Joseph Kalang Tie, believes consistent match experience is key to youth football development – not just training drills. As such, Joseph stressed the need for more corporate involvement to create consistent platforms for young players to compete and grow. “I 100 per
KUCHING: The Spanish national swimming team is enjoying a smooth training camp here, crediting excellent facilities and warm local hospitality as key to their final preparations ahead of the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Technical Director, Santiago Veiga, said the team, that arrived on Sunday, has settled in well at
KUCHING: Ireland’s national swimming team is in Sarawak for a high-performance training camp ahead of the World Aquatic Championships in Singapore. Head coach John Szaranek said preparations have gone well, praising the world-class facilities at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre and the warm local reception. “We’ve been delighted with how
KUCHING: Sarawak’s young swimmers are showing that success is not just measured in medals, but also in teamwork, discipline, and shared commitment – values that reflect the spirit of Sarawak Day. Training together daily at the Sarawak State Youth and Sports Complex, the swimmers range from as young as seven
KUCHING: Sarawak Rugby has sent its largest-ever contingent to the National 7s tournament in Terengganu, with full representation in the men’s under-21, women’s under-21, and women’s men’s open categories. The squads departed carrying more than just gear — they carry the pride of Sarawak as they prepare to compete against
KUCHING: With some of the world’s top swimmers training in Kuching this week, coach Voon Yong Hui believes the presence of international stars is a golden opportunity for local athletes to observe, learn, and rise. Voon, who is the advisor of the Power Aquatics Swimming Club (PASC), said it was