Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Five medals for JAB signal bright future for S’wak boxing

KUCHING: Boxers from Joe’s Boxing Academy (JAB) impressed at the 2025 National Golden Gloves and Youth Boxing Championship, winning five medals and highlighting Sarawak’s growing talent ahead of the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA). The team, coached by Zulkarnain Majidi and Saiuddin Julaihi, brought home a total of five medals, one

Grassroots push builds pathways for young girls in rugby

MIRI: The Hornbill 7s continues to push the boundaries of rugby development, with a focus on expanding the sport’s reach to young girls through strategic grassroots initiatives. Sarawak women’s team coach Sylvia Alexander Lian said the initiative is a crucial step in broadening rugby’s appeal to younger and more inclusive

Hornbill 7s unites young talent and long-term vision

MIRI: The Hornbill 7s 2025 Rugby Championship gathers young rugby talents from across Malaysia, featuring a new Under-12 category and initiatives focused on long-term development and community impact. Bunyamin Matnor, chairman of the Miri Division Rugby Association (MDRA), said the Hornbill 7s, which kicks off from May 13 to 18

Miri gets scrum-thing special with Hornbill 7s

MIRI: The Hornbill 7s 2025 Rugby Championship kicks off from May 13 to 18 at Miri Stadium, bringing fast-paced rugby action and spotlighting the city as a rising hub for youth sports. Held in a vibrant and unifying spirit, the championship is more than just a competition — it serves

Miri claims Plate title at Mukah Rugby Carnival

MUKAH: The Miri Division Rugby Association (MDRA) won the Plate title at the Mukah Rugby Carnival 2025, held recently at Politeknik Mukah, here. In the finals, MDRA edged out the Sibu Rugby Association (SRA) 14-12 to secure the win. Their path to glory included a solid 12-7 win over KRFC

SMK Kota Samarahan crowned U17 futsal champs

KUCHING: SMK Kota Samarahan claimed the title at the Second Sarawak U17 Boys Futsal Championship 2025 held from May 10 to 11 at SMK Tabuan Jaya. The team won the championship after a tough two-day competition featuring top young futsal talent from across the state. SMK Demak Baru finished as

S’wak’s TJD fighters take one gold, two silvers at Rage MMA

KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak’s Tempur Jarak Dekat (TJD) fighters made a powerful statement at the Rage MMA Season 2 Grand Final, clinching one gold and two silver medals and showcasing the strength of grassroots talent from East Malaysia on the national stage. In a statement issued by TJD, the three-man team

Bonnie leads Sarawak’s strong showing at National Sports Awards

KUCHING: National para powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin was named the National Paralympic Sportsman of the Year at the 2024 National Sports Awards (ASN). Bonnie, 25, who hails from Serian, triumphed over a field of strong contenders, including fellow para athletes Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli and Datuk Abdul Latif Romly (para athletics),

ASAS president applauds swimmers’ spirit

KUCHING: The 2nd Inter-Club Swimming Competition wrapped up on a high note as Amateur Swimming Association of Sarawak (ASAS) president Datuk Wee Hong Seng praised the determination and unity shown by Sarawak’s swimming community. Held at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre from May 10 to 12, the competition brought together

Young talent from PASC leads the way

KUCHING: Power Aquatics Swimming Club impressed at the 2nd Inter-Club Swimming Competition, breaking records and winning medals across age groups in a strong team showing. Held at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre from May 10 to 12, the event drew around 218 participants.The meet showcased rising talent and the growing