Mall morphs into Muay Thai battleground
BINTULU: The stage is set for a thrilling Muay Thai showdown at the Paragon Street Mall during Malaysia Games (SUKMA) next week. With the SUKMA spirit in full swing, the venue is adorned with the flags of participating contingents, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Two rings, complete with the traditional red, blue, and white corners, had […]
Abdul Karim’s ministry to seek leniency for street parking at SUKMA venues
KUCHING: Sports fans heading to venues for the upcoming 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) can breathe a sigh of relief regarding parking concerns. Minister of Youth, Sports, and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said his ministry will engage with the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) to request leniency for street parking as some venues […]
SUKMA XXI: Sarawak to award SUKMA medalists
KUCHING: Sarawakian athletes competing in the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) Sarawak 2024 who win gold medals are expected to receive incentives from the state government. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that the State government plans to reward gold medalists with incentives, though he did not disclose the amount. “We will […]
TVS prepared for full coverage of SUKMA
KUCHING: Preparations are being made by TVS to provide a full coverage of the upcoming Malaysian Games (SUKMA XXI) 2024 to the public. TVS chief media officer Mohamad Sardon Zainal said that the preparation is at about 80 percent. “Considering that this is the first time TVS is becoming the broadcaster for SUKMA, we are […]
Musical fountain show in line with SUKMA, Para SUKMA
KUCHING: Starting today, the Darul Hana Musical Fountain at the Sarawak Riverfront will host a musical fountain show to promote the upcoming 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024 and Para SUKMA 2024. The show will feature the theme song ‘SUKMA Sarawak Sportsmanship in Unity’, with performances scheduled for 8.25 pm for SUKMA 2024 and 9.25 pm […]
Ensure venues in tip-top condition, SUKMA secretariat told
KUCHING: The main secretariat of the 21st Malaysia Games (SUKMA) 2024 has been reminded to ensure that each competition venue is in top condition to prevent any issues from arising. Deputy State Secretary (Operation) and SUKMA 2024 chief executive officer Datuk Hii Chang Kee said this included appointed venue managers must guarantee that no incidents […]
Lee Mei looks to Liverpool star for inspiration
KUCHING: A young Sarawakian footballer, Adilie Sim Lee Mei, 20, is drawing inspiration from Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold as she prepares to represent the state at the upcoming SUKMA. Affectionately known as “Lee Mei” or “Mei Mei” by her teammates, the right-back is confident of making her mark on the tournament. “I would like to make […]
Silambam hopes for strong debut
KUCHING: The Sarawak Silambam Association is targeting two gold, two silver, and two bronze medals for the upcoming Malaysia Games (SUKMA). Team manager Sivanesan Sanmugalingam said achieving this target would be a proud accomplishment.“This is a new sport in the Games, and we aim for good results. If we can secure all six medals, it […]
SUKMA committees inspecting sports venues for its preparation
MIRI: Chief executive officer of Malaysian Games 2024 (SUKMAXXI) Sarawak, Datuk Hii Chang Kee has conducted an official working visit to three of the SUKMA sports venue here, yesterday (July 29). Along with the secretariat of the SUKMA XXI Miri committees, they visited the karate sports venue at Dewan IKBN, the men’s softball sports venue […]
Use disability as strength
KUALA LUMPUR: Athletes competing in the Malaysian Para Games (SUKMA) 2024 should use their disabilities as a driving force to clinch championship titles, said Women, Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. In an exclusive interview on the Selamat Pagi Malaysia programme today (July 30), Fatimah emphasised the need to motivate every […]