Tuesday, 30 December 2025

Author: Nura V Lorna

Sarawak futsal squad no longer underdogs, eye gold

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s futsal squad have shed their underdog image and emerged as a formidable contender for the championship title in the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Team manager Zambia Gobel expressed confidence in Sarawak’s ability to compete at the highest level, crediting the team’s underdog position as the driving force

Sarawak women’s gymnasts shine with bronze  

SERIAN: The Sarawak women’s artistic gymnastics squad proudly added a bronze medal to their state’s tally, achieving third place in the women’s artistic gymnastics team finals at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Allya Kauthar Openg, Audi Zulkarnien, Audrey Jude Rendih Alexander, Cassandra Lavigne Shelden and Nur Qurratu Aini Norasharudin earned

Chess: S’wak miss the bronze by a whisker

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s male chess players were unfortunate, finishing fourth after a tough battle in the ninth round of the rapid chess event at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Lim Lee Siang Fergus fell just one point short behind Johor’s Chong Jin Cheng, who clinched the bronze medal. Penang’s Poh

Sarawak and Selangor to battle for futsal gold this Friday

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak’s futsal team is determined to deliver an outstanding performance at the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma XXI) final against Selangor this Friday (Aug 23) at 3pm, aiming to secure the gold medal. Head coach Mohd Faizal Zamri expressed his high hopes for the team, especially after their remarkable

Sarawak Gymnasts make top 10 in team finals

SERIAN: Despite fielding a small team of just four athletes, the Sarawak artistic gymnastics squad delivered an impressive performance, securing a top 10 finish in the men’s artistic gymnastics team finals at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). The determined team of Muhammad Nazrieez Zanial Najib, Mohamad Aqiel Tsaqief Mohamad Azfar,

Sarawak futsal team savour sweet 7-3 victory over Perak

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Sarawak defeated Perak with a commanding score of 7-3 in the futsal competition of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) at the Samarahan Indoor Stadium in a thrilling semifinal match. This victory propels Sarawak into the finals, where they will face off against their next opponent on Friday (Aug

Lukanisman tours several SUKMA clinics, ensuring good service

KUCHING: Deputy Minister of Health, Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni visited several static clinics located at various event venues during the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) yesterday (Aug 20). His visit aimed to boost the morale of health workers and volunteers, ensuring they remain dedicated to providing top-notch medical services to athletes

Japan-Malaysia Association to plant over one million trees

KUCHING: The Japan-Malaysia Association (JMA) has set an ambitious target of planting over one million trees in Sarawak this year. The initiative was announced by JMA’s vice chairman Haruko Arimura following a courtesy visit to Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg here today (Aug 20). She said

Climate Change Bill being drafted

KUCHING: The Federal Government is currently drafting a national Climate Change Bill, before it is tabled in Parliament. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability, Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said it is part of the government’s initiative to strengthen climate change policies and the carbon market in Malaysia, particularly in

Chess: Sarawak set realistic expectations, medals achievable

KOTA SAMARAHAN: As the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) chess competition kicks off, Sarawak head chess coach Muhd Zulfaqar Abu Bakar has set realistic expectations for his team. While the early rounds have shown promise, the competition has been fierce, with Sarawak facing off against each other. When it comes to