Author: Gabriel Lihan

Coach Aidil hails Kuching City FC’s resilience in 3-1 win

KUCHING: A dramatic evening at Sarawak State Stadium saw Kuching City FC secure a hard-fought 3-1 victory over KL City FC, demonstrating resilience and character. Head coach Aidil Sharin commended his players for their unwavering determination, which he witnessed firsthand during the tense closing stages with only nine players on

Nine-man Kuching City FC defeats KL City FC

KUCHING: Nine-man Kuching City FC secured a crucial 3-1 victory over KL City FC. What could have been a challenging night transformed into a triumphant display as the Cats defended stoutly and fought back after two red cards were shown to key players James Okwuosa and Tchetche Kipre. Kuching was

Don’t lose our rugby roots

KUCHING: Sarawak Rugby Union (SRU) patron Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Morshidi Abdul Ghani has called for the preservation of the historic Song Kheng Hai Rugby Field. “The Song Kheng Hai Rugby Field is more than just a field; it’s a symbol of our community’s history and spirit,” Morshidi said

The battle for the Dragon throne

KUCHING: The 10th Sarawak International Dragon Boat Race 2024 will conclude tomorrow (Oct 27) with a thrilling final day of competition. The event, which has seen intense racing over the past two days, will decide the champions in each category. All eyes will be on the final races, starting at

Swinburne Dragons outpace strong competition

KUCHING: The Swinburne Dragons, after over a year of rigorous training, showcased their prowess at the Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta 2024. Team Manager James Loi expressed relief at the team’s performance, particularly given the heightened competition this year. “Some teams we’ve heard about for years but never raced against

A touchdown for tradition

KUCHING: The Song Kheng Hai Rugby Field, a historic landmark, once again hosted the Song Kheng Hai Sevens 3rd Edition today (Oct 26). Sarawak Rugby Union (SRU) president Richard Song Swee Jin said that this rugby field represents the heritage of the city. “My grandfather’s vision, may he rest in

Filipino dragon boat aims to win three titles

KUCHING: The Butuan Dragons team from Butuan City, Philippines, aim to win in three categories at the Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta 2024. According to assistant team manager Joshua Waban, the 27 paddlers are excited and ready to compete in this year’s race. He noted that most of their paddlers

Parents, teachers boost young silat fighters in Sarawak

KUCHING: The spirit of silat is thriving among young fighters in Sarawak, thanks to strong support from parents and teachers. Shamyr Eastmeth Alluwie, representing the Pertubuhan Silat Seni Gayong Malaysia, Sarawak, is thankful for the tremendous response from parents and educators. “The support we received today was very encouraging,” he

Paddlers from 21 nations face off at Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta

KUCHING: The Sarawak International Dragon Boat Regatta has kicked off with fierce competition, featuring teams from 21 countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Cambodia, Canada, and Argentina. Over 1,000 paddlers braved the scorching sun, racing in front of the iconic Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN). The regatta spans three days, with a

Young silat athlete hopes to represent nation

KUCHING: Muhd Khalid Hafizi, a 13-year-old aspiring silat athlete, dreams of representing Malaysia one day. He is inspired by his father. “I have been practising silat for a long time; my interest in the sport came from my father,” he shared. The young Kuching resident began his silat journey at