Simunjan assemblyman calls for early talent development in schools
SADONG JAYA: Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris said it is important to nurture young talents to develop future national athletes. He highlighted the various sports programmes, including the annual athletics championship at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Terasi, which are being organised to identify and cultivate these talents from a young age. “The process of identifying students’ talents […]
Sukma holiday? There are economic implications, says Premier
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA and NATASHA JEE KUCHING: The state government has to look into the economic implications before declaring any special public holiday. In stating this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg acknowledged the enthusiasm for a holiday following the state’s success in becoming overall champion at the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma) […]
Viva Sarawak!
We have provided the best services and, hopefully, this will be a benchmark (not just for sports) but for the bigger agenda of fostering a spirit of friendship among athletes and youth. – Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg The just-ended 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) will forever be etched in the annals of […]
Awang Putrayusrie celebrates SUKMA victory with pool dive
KUCHING: Awang Putrayusrie Awang Redzuan fulfilled his promise by diving into the pool at the Pandelela Rinong Aquatic Centre in Petra Jaya after Sarawak emerged overall champions at the Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024. The chief executive officer (CEO) of the Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) fulfilled his vow along with other officials who jumped into the […]
Sukma 2024 Sarawakian Medalist
GOLD Athletes Events Medal Stephanie Ngu Chai Ern Wushu Women’s Changquan Wushu Women’s Jianshu Wushu Women’s Qiangshi Gold Gold Gold Nur Hazirah Ramli Tenpin Bowling Women’s Individual Gold Farah Nabilla Maddarus Siti Yusriyyah Zailani Willemien Lai Lini Taekwondo Women’s Recognised Team Gold Fedealis Kom Twin Mohd Isshahril Mazlan Randy […]
Sarawak faces off against Selangor for bronze medal in badminton
SIBU: Sarawak’s mixed doubles badminton team will face off against a Selangor duo in a match for the bronze medal today (August 24) at the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA). The home team, Jeremy Juan Zhen Liang and Genevie Lim Tsin Yeen, lost to Penang’s duo, Tan Wei Liang and Khor Jing Wen, 1-2 in the […]
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 and the SUKMA management team. […]
Sarawak’s taekwondo stars reflect on Sukma achievements
KUCHING: Maple Law Tsi Eun, the 18-year-old from Sibu, achieved an unexpected silver medal in the women’s bantamweight (under 53kg) final at the 21st Malaysia Games (Sukma XXI). Despite being surprised by her advancement to the semi-finals, Maple was pleased with her performance but acknowledged areas for improvement. “I was not even expect myself to […]
Rising stars rewrite record books
MIRI: The 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) has emerged as a stellar platform for Malaysian athletes, with a flurry of records shattered across multiple disciplines. To date, an impressive eight SUKMA records and two national marks have been eclipsed. National Sports Council (NSC) Director-General Abdul Rashid Yaakub announced these remarkable feats at a press conference in […]
We have a long way to go, says coach
KUCHING: Sarawak’s women’s hockey team bowed out of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) after a 0-3 defeat to Negeri Sembilan in their Group A preliminary match today (Aug 20). Head coach Linda Liwek Laing admitted that her team, while united in their effort, lacked the fundamental skills to compete at this level. “Fifteen of these […]