Author: Gabriel Lihan

Gold medal win a tribute to her late father

KUCHING: Sarawak women’s wheelchair singles para-table tennis athlete described her gold medal win as a tribute to her late father. Chow Mei Hsia expressed that after representing Sarawak for the fourth time, her long wait for a medal was finally fulfilled in her last match before retirement. “I am very

Mary Bada eyes SEA Games qualification after record-breaking discus throw

KUCHING: Mary Bada aims to qualify for the SEA Games after breaking the women’s discus throw record and winning a gold medal. She described her victory in the women’s discus as “unexpected”. Mary threw an impressive 10.66m, surpassing fellow Sarawakian Cordiria Nyoted, who set a record of 9.36m in 2018.

Kapit para swimmer Donny Jaranding secures gold for Sarawak

KUCHING: Donny Jaranding’s transition from athletics to swimming has been nothing short of spectacular, proving that versatility is key as he clinched a medal for Sarawak. Donny’s impressive shift from the track to the pool showcases not only his talent but also his determination to make waves in a new

Medical team steps up in time

KUCHING: Medical officers at the Para Malaysia Games (SUKMA) are on high alert after a technical match official collapsed during the para-badminton event. “Such incidents can occur frequently at various venues. “However, we continue to stress the need for proper emergency preparations,” he told reporters after watching the matches at

IQ ruling bars Sarawak athlete from participating

KUCHING: One of Sarawak’s athletes did not qualify for the classification process due to an IQ measurement above the borderline. Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah explained that to be classified as a person with disabilities (PWD), an IQ must be 75 or below.

Swinburne Indoor Open Frisbee tournament kicks off with eight teams

KUCHING:The first Swinburne Indoor Open Frisbee tournament has gathered eight teams, including participants from Limbang, Bintulu, Sibu and Kuala Lumpur. Swinburne Ultimate Frisbee Club President Denise Pang Yu En said the event is significant as it marks the first time Swinburne University is hosting such a large-scale competition. “Previously, we

Lion dance embraced as a competitive sport

KUCHING: The lion dance widely recognised as a cultural performance can now be categorised as a type of sport due to its variety of techniques and movements. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng stated that the lion dance should indeed be classified as a sport, as

Athleticism and fellowship thrive at run

KUCHING: The Olive Run 2024 made a vibrant return, showcasing athleticism and community spirit as over 250 participants embraced the joy of running and fellowship. Among them was 60-year-old Teng Swee Hock, who effortlessly completed the 2-kilometre course in just 10 minutes, maintaining an impressive average pace of 6 km/h.

19 hotels booked for Para SUKMA accommodation

KUCHING: The 19 hotels accommodating 15 participating contingents at the Para (SUKMA) Malaysia Games will feature “disability-friendly” amenities. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that the hotels are equipped with facilities designed to meet the diverse needs of para-athletes. Fatimah then added that while the

Olive Run 2024 returns to celebrate BEM Olive Garden 30th anniversary

KUCHING: The Olive Run 2024 returned with renewed energy today (Sept 21) after a hiatus since 2019. Organising chairperson Mark Octavius expressed joy over the event’s success, which saw over 250 participants competing in three categories: 5 km (men and women open), 2 km (children under 12), and 2 km