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Daily Express
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Sabah can retain 64th Malaysian School Sports Council crown
Published on: Tuesday, July 08, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 08, 2025 By: Johan Aziz Text Size: Raisin (centre) handing over the MSSS championship flag to 2026 host Ranau's representative. TAMBUNAN: State Education Department Director Raisin Saidin believes that Sabah can maintain the glory of last year when the State emerged the overall champions of the 64th Malaysian School Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championship. He said this is based on the performance of the athletes competing in the 57th Sabah School Sports Council (MSSS) Athletics Championship where many new records were set in this year's championship. 'I have been informed that a total of 47 new records were set in the 29 track and field events contested over the four days of the tournament,' he said when closing the championship at the Sports Complex here. According to him, this is a very proud achievement because Sabah is increasingly shining in the national and international sports arena. He said this is in line with the intention and purpose of the MSSS Athletics Championship to uncover the talent and potential of athletes to represent Sabah at the 2025 MSSM Championship and hopes that athletes representing the State will be able to make a commitment and then strive to win medals for their beloved 'Land Below the Wind'. Raisin said this kind of tournament is a platform to foster a culture of sports among students and athletes who participate must undergo sports training involving physical training, mental and spiritual preparation. 'The exposure like this needs to be implemented continuously so that its impact can be achieved and can subsequently improve health and quality of life as well as produce potential and great athletes. 'Indeed, a healthy mind comes from a healthy body. These words prove how important it is to have a healthy lifestyle with sports activities that will ultimately harmonise every journey of a person's life, in line with the theme of this year's MSS Sabah 2025, which is 'Sports Build Character, Shaping the Future',' he said. According to him, this MSSS Athletics Championship not only tests mental and physical strength, but can also foster cooperation, in line and in step with efforts to elevate sports, thus improving the country's image and reputation in the eyes of the world. He also expressed appreciation and congratulations for the efforts made by all parties to make this year's athletics championship a success. Organising this championship requires strong commitment and sacrifice from all parties to ensure its smooth running. At the ceremony, Raisin also handed over the Championship flag to Ranau, which will host the championship in 2026, and was given a lively welcome by members of the Ranau contingent. Also present at the ceremony were the District Education Officer Dr. Haison Jahudin, Deputy Director, Student Development Sector, Sabah State Education Department Muddin Beting, Chief Assistant Director, Student Talent Development Unit, Student Development Sector, Sabah State Education Department Datu Asrah Datok Ambas, District Officer Sobitun Makajil, heads of state and federal government departments, Principals and Headmasters, Teachers and Parents. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Sarawak MSSM divers exceed expectations
Shi (sixth right, back row) celebrates the amazing achievement with the Sarawak divers and officials. KUCHING (May 31): Sarawak's young divers are charting a bold new course toward international waters after dominating the Malaysian School Sports Council (MSSM) diving championship. Held from May 24-28 at the Johor Baru City Council (MBJB) Arena Larkin Aquatic Centre, the event saw Sarawak rise to the top of the national diving scene with a commanding medal haul of nine golds, two silvers and six bronzes. The victory was hard-earned against stiff competition, with Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur finishing second with two golds, four silvers and two bronze medals while Selangor were placed third with one gold, three silvers and one bronze. Other teams in contention included Sabah, Penang, Johor, Perlis, Perak and Federal Territory of Labuan. Despite the strong field, it was Sarawak's consistent excellence across all age categories that set them apart from the rest of the teams. In the Boys' Under-18 division, Muhammad Lutfir Rahman struck gold in the 1m springboard and added a silver in the 3m springboard, while teammate Soh Tze Kang delivered another gold in the 3m springboard. In the Girls' Under-18 category, Nurul Farisya Alia Affendi secured a silver in the 3m springboard event. The winning momentum continued in the Under-15 category, with Brayden Wong claiming gold in the 3m springboard and bronze in the 1m springboard. On the girls' side, Cecelia Olivia dominated with double golds in both the 1m and 3m springboard, while Nur Ikmas Darwisyah contributed two bronze medals. Sarawak's youngest divers also made their mark. In the Boys' Under-12 division, Muhammad Hijri Rayyan captured gold in the 1m and bronze in the 3m springboard, while Awang Sharzan Zaqwan earned gold in the 3m and bronze in the 1m. For the Under-12 girls, Nur Aryna Balqis emerged as a double gold medallist in the 1m and 3m springboar, while Izara Leanne Sufeeya delivered strong fourth-place finishes in both events. To Sarawak head coach Shi Yang, the MSSM results exceeded all expectations. 'I didn't expect that we could win many gold medals and we were all very surprised. 'Our divers gave an outstanding performance by showing mental strength, great technique and resilience under pressure,' he added. However, the coach from China was quick to shift focus towards what lies ahead. 'This victory is just the beginning. Now we are preparing for the SEA Age Group Championships in Singapore. 'That will be our next big test. After that, we're building towards Sukma 2026 in Selangor. Agi Idup, Agi Ngelaban (As long as we live, we fight),' he stressed. diving Malaysian School Sports Council sports
The Star
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Dhuha hopes to add mileage to long-distance swims before world juniors
PETALING JAYA: Teen swimmer Mohd Dhuha Zulfikry (pic) is hoping he can get more out of himself before competing at the World Junior Championships in August. The 17-year-old, who was named the Malaysian School Sports Council's (MSSM) Best Male Athlete, said he was satisfied with his performance at the recently concluded Malaysian Open in Bukit Jalil.
