KUALA LUMPUR: The Sarawak men’s basketball team is off to a great start after defeating Pahang 87-54 at the Malaysia Games 2022 (Sukma XX).
The Group A match at MABA Stadium here saw Sarawak leading Pahang 50-16 in the first half before wrapping their victory with a 33-point difference following a change of strategy and tactics in the second half.
Head coach Yong Kian Ann commended his team for playing well to instructions and adapting to their opponents’ playstyle.
“Our team had set a target in this Sukma and the players went all out in the match and played well as we are well prepared for the challenge,” he said.
Sarawak will next play Penang today while the women’s team will open their campaign against Melaka in Group A.
