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Daily Express
4 days ago
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- Daily Express
Sabah Golf Association proud of junior golfers
Published on: Saturday, July 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 26, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Hon (third left) and Bunsu (centre) with (from left) Rafiq, Ryan, Jamie, Dynneva and Shannon after the presentation. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Golf Association (SGA) will build on the State players' recent success at the Malaysian School Sports Council (MSSM) golf tournament in their preparation for the Malaysian Games (Sukma) next year. Its president Nash Hon said this on Thursday at the appreciation reception hosted by the State body at Sabah Golf and Country Club for the Under-18 boy and girl teams, who both emerged as runners-up in the tournament held in May. The boys' total score of 691 saw them finishing seven strokes behind champions Selangor, while the girls who managed 733, also came in second behind Selangor who had a 693. Mohamad Rafiq Anugerah Ali was the toast in the men's team with Ryan Lam Tse Ziang and Muhammad Arif Izwan Nordin. He almost made it to the podium in the individual event as he led the pack on day one with an impressive 70 and was joint lead the following day with 73 before faltering on the final round with 76 to finish fourth. Jamie Tan Huan Ying, who led the charge for the girls with Dynneva Joyce Donni and Shannon Sim Xuan also missed the individual medal by finishing fourth with her scores of 74-80-76. 'We are proud of our players and confident in our chances of clinching the MSSM title next year. SGA remains fully committed to supporting JPN (State Education Department) in the development of junior golfers, as MSSM serves as a vital stepping stone for our Sukma selection. 'We are confident in the potential of our young talents, and their MSSM performance is a clear indication of their readiness for Sukma next year. We must begin early to identify and nurture our medal prospects,' he said. He also revealed that SGA is currently in talks with the Sarawak Golf Association to revive the SGA Cup Golf Championship, which has been on hiatus for nearly a decade. 'The event is tentatively scheduled for early 2026, with several slots reserved for selected Sukma players as part of their early preparations.' He added that funding will be a major challenge for them as the selected Sukma players will have to train and acclimate to the golf courses in Kuala Lumpur. 'Unlike other sports, every golf course is different—it takes time to 'marry' the course. Unfortunately, this preparation comes at a significant cost, but I can assure that SGA will continue to advocate for our athletes, and our focus remains on ensuring Sabah's junior golfers are well-equipped and competitive on the national stage,' he added. Meanwhile, at the reception, apart from incentives awarded to all the team members except Mohd Arif, who was absent, special recognition was also given to Mohamad Rafiq Anugerah, Ryan Lam, and Jamie Tan for their outstanding performances in the Individual categories. Hon said the incentives were aimed to encourage continued dedication and improvement among the players. Also present at the reception was district education department officer Bunsu Gaga, who was also the deputy head of contingent for the state school sports council golf team. * 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
GMA Network
20-07-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Strong Group completes Jones Cup title sweep with blowout win vs. UAE
Strong Group Athletics (SGA)-Philippines didn't just win back-to-back titles as it also completed a tournament sweep, thrashing UAE with an 87-62 victory to conclude its 2025 Jones Cup run on Sunday in Taiwan. SGA, which had already clinched the championship on Saturday after dominating Bahrain with a 92-68 romp, capped off its stint unscathed with an 8-0 win-loss card. UAE, on the other hand, closed out its campaign winless at 0-8. Tajuan Agee gave the Philippine representative a huge lift after erupting for 20 points laced with five rebounds, four assists, and one steal while Kiefer Ravena took over in the fourth and finished with a near double-double of 13 markers and nine dimes. Other reinforcements in Ian Miller and DJ Fenner each chipped in 12 points as Dave Ildefonso chimed in with 10 points, four rebounds, two assists, and one steal. Up by just a solitary point at the break, Strong Group shifted into high gear in the second half as Fenner and Jason Brickman led their third quarter surge with the former knocking down a triple for a 62-48 lead. UAE tried to make some runs before heading to the fourth after Khalifa Khalil Ibrahim Salem completed a four-point play with two seconds left in the third as they cut the deficit to 10, 62-52. But Ravena seized control in the payoff period, sinking a three-pointer before issuing back-to-back dimes that led to a pair of baskets for Ildefonso as they raced to a 76-56 cushion. Ravena, who missed the first three games due to previous commitment, buried a mid-range jumper and layup that sent Strong Group to a comfortable 80-57 advantage with still 4:09 to play. SGA never took its foot off the pedal as they became the first Philippine team to ever win two titles in a row. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
19-07-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Strong Group clinches back-to-back Jones Cup titles with rout of Bahrain ahead of final game vs UAE
Strong Group-Philippines dominated the second half to turn a close contest into a 92-68 rout of Bahrain in their virtual title clash at the 2025 William Jones Cup on Saturday in Taiwan. Andre Roberson led the way with a double-double outing of 25 points and 14 rebounds laced with three assists, two steals, and one block while Tajuan Agee posted 19 markers, eight boards, two dimes, one steal, and block as they soared to a 7-0 card. With that win-loss record, the Philippine representative is already assured of finishing at the top spot as Bahrain fell to a 6-2 slate. The campaign, however, isn't done yet for Strong Group as it will still take on the winless UAE on Sunday in bid to complete a title sweep. Against Bahrain, Strong Group showed no signs of slowing down as they turned a slim 54-43 halftime lead to a 60-49 cushion early in the third before Bahrain slowly found their groove and cut the deficit to six, 64-58. But Javi Gomez de Liaño, who was scoreless through the first two quarters, caught fire and buried nine of his overall points as part of an 11-6 run that stretched Strong Group's lead to 11 again, 75-64. Roberson delivered the finishing blow in the fourth quarter, cleaning up Kiefer Ravena's missed three before throwing down a powerful two-handed slam in transition, pushing SGA's lead to 86-64. Gomez de Liaño then knocked down another three-pointer that proved to be the dagger as SGA maintained their immaculate run so far. Gomez de Liaño led the local support with 12 points together with seven rebounds and two steals while Rhenz Abando chipped in 11 markers. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
NBA MVP to ESPYs Best: 5 historic accolades of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in 2025
Via Getty Images: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander celebrates his NBA Finals win and a historic MVP season Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder's dynamic point guard, had a monumental 2025, cementing his status as one of the NBA's elite. His blend of scoring prowess, playmaking, and leadership propelled him to new heights, earning him a series of prestigious honors. Here are the five biggest accolades SGA achieved in 2025, showcasing a historic season. 1. NBA Most Valuable Player (2024-25 Season) Gilgeous-Alexander claimed the 2024-25 Kia NBA MVP award, a career-defining achievement. Averaging a league-leading 32.7 points per game on 51.9% shooting, alongside 6.4 assists, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.7 steals, he edged out Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo with 71 first-place votes. His dominance guided the Thunder to a 68-14 record, the best in the NBA, making him the first Canadian since Steve Nash and the third Thunder player to win the award. This accolade solidified SGA as the league's top performer. 2. 2025 NBA Finals MVP SGA's brilliance shone in the 2025 NBA Finals, where he led the Thunder to their first championship since relocating to Oklahoma City. Averaging 30.3 points, 5.6 assists, and 4.6 rebounds against the Indiana Pacers, he earned the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP award. He became the 11th player to win both regular-season and Finals MVP in the same year, joining legends like Michael Jordan and LeBron James. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Best Electric Scooters Electric Scooters | Search Ads Learn More Undo His 29 points and 12 assists in Game 7 were pivotal. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's BEST PLAYS! | 2025 #NBAAllStar | 2024-25 Season 3. 2024-25 NBA Scoring Champion Leading the league with 32.7 points per game, SGA secured the 2024-25 scoring title. His efficiency, particularly in the paint with an overall 51.9% field goal percentage, and his knack for drawing fouls made him a scoring machine. He joined an elite group as the fourth player to win MVP, Finals MVP, and the scoring title in the same season, a feat last achieved by Shaquille O'Neal in 2000. 4. All-NBA First Team Selection For the third consecutive year, SGA earned a spot on the All-NBA First Team, recognizing his status among the league's top performers. His consistent excellence, blending scoring, playmaking, and defense, placed him alongside stars like Jokić and Antetokounmpo. This honor also made him eligible for a supermax contract extension, highlighting his growing financial and on-court impact. 5. ESPY Award for Best Athlete – Men's Sports Capping his remarkable year , SGA won the 2025 ESPY Award for Best Athlete in Men's Sports, beating out competitors like Josh Allen and Shohei Ohtani. Alongside that, he was also awarded the Best NBA Player. This accolade reflected his transcendence beyond basketball, earning recognition for his cultural and athletic influence after a championship-winning season. Also read: NBA 2K26: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reportedly named cover star after historic MVP season Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
GMA Network
17-07-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Strong Group dominates Chinese Taipei White to go 5-0 in Jones Cup
Strong Group Athletics dominated Chinese Taipei White (ROC-B), 107-75, to notch its fifth straight win in the 2025 Jones Cup on Thursday in Taiwan. After leading 25-17 in the first period, SGA erupted for 36 points in the second period and limited Chinese Taipei B to 16 points to claim a 61-33 lead by halftime. This was enough for the Philippine team to hold off Chinese Taipei White (ROC-B) and remain undefeated in the tournament. Tajuan Agee had 25 points to lead SGA as he made 10 out of 12 field goal attempts, while Ian Miller and Javi Gomez de Liaño had 13 and 12 points, respectively. 'Played great today. Guys were locked in from the start,' said head coach Charles Tiu after the game. 'Tajuan Agee was great and dominated them from the start. Best offensive basketball for us.' The Philippines will play Malaysia next on Friday. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
