Sunday, 29 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Sarawak Golf Association gets leadership refresh

KUCHING: The Sarawak Golf Association (SGA) has appointed a new leadership lineup for the 2025–2027 term, with Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki named as Patron, following its Annual General Meeting held at Samarahan Golf Club. The association, which continues to play a central role in developing golf across Sarawak,

Cycling reforms turn results around for a brighter future

SAMARAHAN: A change in coaching direction has reignited Sarawak cycling’s competitive edge, with promising results at the national level pointing to a brighter future for the sport. Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, said the state’s cycling scene is showing encouraging progress

Samarahan tops sepak takraw championship on home ground

SAMARAHAN: Samarahan B lived up to expectations after defeating Bintulu A to claim the championship title in the Men’s Open Regu category of the 2025 Sarawak Cup Sepak Takraw Championship held at the Indoor Stadium today. The host team capitalised on their home advantage to deliver an impressive performance under

More tournaments encouraged to drive sepak takraw’s growth

SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak Ministry of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development is encouraging more sepak takraw tournaments to drive the sport’s growth and attract youth participation across the state. In stating this, its Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, believes that such initiatives can help elevate the quality of sepak

Bright future ahead for Sarawak women’s rugby

KUCHING: Sarawak women’s rugby made a powerful statement on the national stage when its team finished third in the inaugural MSNS-KRS Women’s 15-a-side League 2025. It is considered an historic achievement that reflects the team’s growth, grit and determination in their first-ever foray into the traditional format of the game.

Second final, same result: Rachel keeps chasing gold

KUCHING: Malaysia’s Rachel Arnold admitted that the occasion and intense conditions got the better of her after falling short in the women’s final of the 23rd Asian Individual Squash Championships 2025. The 29-year old lost 3-1 to Hong Kong’s Ho Tze Lok. The Portuguese-Chinese lass put in a spirited performance,

‘Sepak takraw’ a channel for youth, cultural development

SAMARAHAN: Sepak takraw is not merely a sport but a symbol of cultural identity, unity and tradition, says Datuk Rubiah Wang, who lauded efforts to develop the game among youth. The Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development commended the Sarawak Sepak Takraw Association (PSS) for preserving the heritage of

PSS closing in on head coach pick for SUKMA 2026

KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Sarawak Sepaktakraw Association (PSS) is in the final stages of appointing a head coach for the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2026, with candidates from Sarawak, West Malaysia, and Thailand currently under review. PSS president Datuk Ismail Abang Saufi confirmed that discussions are ongoing, and a decision is expected

Surge in public support for Used Cooking Oil Campaign in Serian

SERIAN: A large crowd turned up for the Used Cooking Oil Buy-Back Campaign at the Serian District Council parking area yesterday (June 20). Hundreds of local residents from various communities thronged the campaign, bringing along their recyclable items and used cooking oil in exchange for cash and environmental education. Timuran

Lee calls for early traffic education to curb road negligence

KUCHING: Common roadside phrases like “my tyre no flower” and “brake no eat” may draw laughs, but they reflect a serious lack of awareness around vehicle safety, one that should be addressed from a young age. Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said these colloquial expressions, often given as