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Barnama
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
SEA Games 2025: NSC Denies Claims Of Funding Issues For National Road Cycling Team
PETALING JAYA, July 14 (Bernama) -- The National Sports Council (NSC) has denied allegations of weaknesses in the national road cycling team's preparations for the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand, asserting that funding has already been channelled to the Malaysian National Cycling Federation (PKBM). NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said an allocation of RM300,000 had been approved, with part of the amount already disbursed to fund preparations for the biennial games. 'We held a workshop to list athletes for the SEA Games with PKBM on Jan 16, and both parties agreed that the road cycling team will consist of professional riders. bootstrap slideshow 'However, the decision to choose either Terengganu Cycling Team (TSG) or Malaysian Pro Cycling (MPC) lies under the jurisdiction of PKBM,' he told reporters after attending the Sportswriters Association of Malaysia (SAM)-100PLUS Awards 2024 here today. He added that claims that the NSC had not provided support in terms of needs or preparations should not have arisen, given that team selection was PKBM's responsibility. Commenting on PKBM's request to purchase bicycles, Jefri said that if TSG were chosen to compete at the Games, the matter would not arise as the team already possesses the necessary equipment. 'If there is a new plan or additional requests, I urge PKBM to come and discuss with us so we can evaluate the matter together,' he said. Meanwhile, Jefri said the issue of clubs pulling out should not arise, given the prior understanding between NSC and PKBM. Earlier, PKBM president Datuk Amarjit Singh Gill stressed that the national road cycling squad would not withdraw from the 2025 SEA Games and would aim to defend the medals won in the previous edition.
The Star
30-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
NSC are open to supporting heritage swimmers, says DG
KUALA LUMPUR: The National Sports Council (NSC) welcome the initiative by Malaysia Aquatics (MA) to scout for mixed heritage swimmers to further strengthen the national swimming squad. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin (pic) said the council are prepared to support any mixed heritage athlete who has the potential to contribute to Malaysian sports. Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters. RM12.33/month RM8.63/month Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters. Free Trial For new subscribers only
The Sun
29-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
NSC ready to back heritage swimmers for national squad
THE National Sports Council (NSC) is open to assisting heritage swimmers identified by Malaysia Aquatics (MAS) to bolster the national team. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin stated that while the council welcomes the initiative, swimmers must first qualify under existing athlete support programmes. 'They will only receive assistance if they meet the criteria for the Podium Programme or similar schemes. 'There will be no extra financial burden,' Jefri said after officiating the Sepaktakraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) annual meeting at the World Trade Centre (WTC) today. MAS recently revealed efforts to scout heritage swimmers abroad, with five potential candidates aged 14 to 19 already identified. Jefri also praised PSM's progress under president Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan, urging other sports bodies to emulate its success.
Barnama
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
NSC Open To Supporting Heritage Swimmers, Says DG
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 (Bernama) -- The National Sports Council (NSC) welcomes the initiative by Malaysia Aquatics (MAS) to scout for heritage swimmers to further strengthen the national swimming squad. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said the council is prepared to support any heritage athlete who has the potential to contribute to Malaysian sports. However, these swimmers must first meet the requirements set by NSC, he pointed out. bootstrap slideshow 'They will only be given assistance if they qualify for the Podium Programme or other related programmes. So there's no additional financial implication. 'Like any other athlete, they must meet the criteria set by NSC to be admitted into the programme, or by the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) to represent the country in international competitions,' he told reporters after officiating the Sepaktakraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) annual general meeting at the World Trade Centre (WTC) here today. Yesterday, MAS disclosed that the association is actively working to identify heritage swimmers based abroad. MAS swimming committee chairman Marilyn Chua said they have already identified five promising candidates, aged between 14 and 19 years old. Meanwhile, Jefri commended the leadership of PSM under its president Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan, saying it has improved significantly compared to the past. He expressed hope that other sports associations will follow PSM's example, which has led to its current strong standing.
The Star
29-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
NSC are open to supporting heritage swimmers, says DG Jefri
NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin KUALA LUMPUR: The National Sports Council (NSC) welcome the initiative by Malaysia Aquatics (MA) to scout for heritage swimmers to further strengthen the national swimming squad. NSC director-general Jefri Ngadirin said the council are prepared to support any heritage athlete who has the potential to contribute to Malaysian sports. However, these swimmers must first meet the requirements set by NSC, he pointed out. "They will only be given assistance if they qualify for the Podium Programme or other related programmes. So there's no additional financial implication," said Jefri after officiating the Sepaktakraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) annual general meeting at the World Trade Centre (WTC) on Sunday (June 29). "Like any other athlete, they must meet the criteria set by NSC to be admitted into the programme, or by the Olympic Council of Malaysia (OCM) to represent the country in international competitions," he said. On Saturday, MA disclosed that the association were actively working to identify heritage swimmers based abroad. MA swimming committee chairman Marilyn Chua said they have already identified five promising candidates, aged between 14 and 19 years old. Meanwhile, Jefri commended the leadership of PSM under its president Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan, saying it has improved significantly compared to the past. He expressed hope that other sports associations will follow PSM's example, which has led to its current strong standing. - Bernama
