Thursday, 2 April 2026

Author: Gabriel Lihan

Swinburne Indoor Open 2025 slated for April Mayhem

KUCHING: The Swinburne Indoor Open 2025, set for 12–13 April, will bring together eight dynamic teams from Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei for an action-packed weekend. Organising chairperson Denise Pang Yu En highlighted the tournament’s growing prestige. “The participation of teams from different regions will create a more diverse playing field,

Sarawak’s Inter-Schools Futsal Championship returns in May

KUCHING: The 2nd Sarawak Inter-Secondary Schools Futsal Championships 2025 is set to take place on May 10-11 at SMK Tabuan Jaya’s Futsal Court, promising an electrifying showcase of young talent and intense competition. Organised by United Sports Recreation Club and co-organised by Swinburne Sarawak FC, the tournament is supported by

Sarawak pickleball’s great potential in boosting sport tourism

KUCHING: Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Deputy Minister, Datuk Snowdan Lawan, highlighted Sarawak’s potential to become a hotspot for international pickleball tournaments, linking the sport with the state’s tourism growth. Speaking at PicklePro’s grand opening match showdown at PicklePro Kuching in Tabuan Laru, Snowdan highlighted the venue’s advanced mat

Sarawak on track to be Malaysia’s pickleball powerhouse

KUCHING: Pickleball is thriving in Sarawak, with Bandar Kuching Member of Parliament Kelvin Yii Lee Wuen driving efforts to make the state as Malaysia’s pickleball powerhouse through events and youth training. Originating in the United States, pickleball first arrived in Malaysia through Miri, marking Sarawak as the birthplace of the

Gunto FC gears up for Liga Bandaraya 2025

KUCHING: As the highly anticipated Liga Bandaraya 2025 draws near, Gunto FC is fully prepared for the challenges ahead. Under the guidance of head coach Zaim Zaki, also known as Coach Z, the team has undergone rigorous training to ensure they are ready to compete at the highest level. “We

Tsuwave holds strong at the top in dodgeball league

KUCHING: Tsuwave continues to dominate the standings of the Kuching Dodgeball Social League, sitting atop with four points after a hard-fought 5-5 draw against Supernova in a thrilling match. Tsuwave’s captain, Felix Isadore, believes that despite securing the top spot, his teammates will help maintain their position at the top.

Gunto FC unveils new jersey for Liga Bandaraya 2025

KUCHING: Gunto FC has officially launched its new jersey ahead of the Liga Bandaraya 2025 season, set to kick off in April. Club manager Arif Roslan described the kit release as a significant milestone, coinciding with the club’s one-year anniversary. “The design, inspired by lightning (kilat) or ‘gunto’ in Sarawak,

MPG 2025 set to elevate Malaysia’s international sporting presence

KUCHING: The 2025 MATTA Malaysia Pickleball Grand Slam is set to elevate Malaysia’s presence in international sports while boosting tourism. Scheduled from October 7-20 at PIKABOL Malaysia, the event features a RM100,000 prize pool and expects over 1,350 participants and 2,600 visitors. Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) president

Sarikei residents rally behind used cooking oil recycling campaign

SARIKEI: Timuran Kembangan Sdn Bhd’s ‘Used Cooking Oil Purchase Campaign’ at Tamu Sentral here exceeded expectations, drawing a strong turnout in support of a greener, cleaner environment. The campaign yesterday (Mar 21) attracted hundreds of local residents from diverse backgrounds, bringing their used cooking oil to contribute to the initiative.

Kuching City FC eyes further impressive run against JDT

KUCHING: Kuching City FC are on an exciting run of form, with four wins and one draw in their past five matches of the Malaysian Super League. However, they face a significant challenge in their upcoming clash against Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) on April 17 as they will be without