KUCHING: Sarawak gymnasts impressed at the National Series 2 Aesthetic Group Gymnastics (AGG) competition held here on November 15-16.
The event saw 155 gymnasts from across Malaysia, including teams from Selangor, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Sabah and Sarawak, competing in the (International Federation of Aesthetic Group Gymnastics) IFAGG International Rules Programme, National AGG Development (NAD) Grading Programme, and AGG School Programme National Finals.
Sarawak teams stood out in several categories, Cheerful Cremery of Track and Dance Sarawak clinched gold in the Under-12 group category, while Mined to Shine of Mine Dance Studio Sarawak secured bronze in the Under-18 group category.
In the Under-10 group events, The Gifted Six (Track and Dance) and Six Stars (SJK C Chung Hua No. 6) also won bronze medals.
SAGGA was honoured by a surprise visit from Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Sebastian Ting Chiew Yew, whose presence uplifted gymnasts and supporters, while providing guidance to SAGGA in its mission to further develop AGG across the state.
Sarawak AGG Association (SAGGA) President, Dr Alicia Elvina Koh, said that the competition provided students with valuable experience, grading opportunities and workshops to refine technical and artistic skills.
“The national finals also serve as a platform for young gymnasts to develop competition experience, teamwork and confidence, supporting the sport’s long-term growth in Sarawak,” she said in a statement.
Established in 2019, SAGGA continues to promote AGG through inclusive programmes, grassroots development and certified coaching, with the AGG School Programme serving as a flagship initiative to nurture young gymnasts across the state.
