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Borneo Post
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Host more international events to boost Sibu's sports tourism, says Bukit Assek rep
Moh (left) hands over a souvenir to Chieng. SIBU (July 30): More international events should be held here to promote sports tourism in Sibu, said Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng. He said sports not only brings people together but can help showcase what Sibu has to offer to the world. 'Every visitor becomes an ambassador – sharing Sibu's charm and stories when they return home,' he said at the opening ceremony of the Sarawak International Volleyball Invitational 2025 at Rajang Park Indoor Volleyball Stadium on Tuesday night. A total of 13 teams are taking part in the week-long championship. The teams are six men's teams from Thailand, Hong Kong, Johor, Miri, Sarawak Senior and Sarawak Junior and seven women's teams including two from Thailand, Mongolia, Taipei, Sarawak Senior, Sarawak Junior and Johor. Chieng said the presence of these international teams will transform the event into a true international gathering united by the love for volleyball. 'Tonight's tournament is more than just about volleyball competition. It symbolises friendship, cultural exchange, and the chance to learn from each other.' Chieng hoped all the guests, athletes and supporters would take some time to explore Sibu, a town known for its rich cultural diversity and warm hospitality. 'Sibu is often described as the 'Heartland of Sarawak's Culture', where you can experience the unique blend of Chinese, Malay, Iban, and Melanau traditions. 'I warmly encourage everyone to discover our local cuisine, from the famous 'kampua mee' and 'kompia' to freshly prepared Sibu-style 'dian bian hu' and our local tropical fruits. 'Beyond food, Sibu offers beautiful places such as the Sibu Central Market, the iconic Tua Pek Kong Temple, and the Rajang River, which is the longest river in Malaysia,' he said. Chieng also thanked the organisers for linking this tournament with the preparations for the Malaysia Games (Sukma) next year. 'This reflects our long-term commitment to developing sports excellence and nurturing new talent.' Also present were Sarawak Volleyball Association president Tan Sri Moh Ung Sing and Sibu Volleyball Association chairman Dato Moh Wung Ming. international events joseph chieng Sibu sports tourism
Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Sport
- Borneo Post
S'wak spikers eye top honours in International Invitational
Law (seated fifth right) fields questions from the media. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (July 28): Thirteen teams will vie for the US$2,000 cash prize that await the men's and women's champions in the Sarawak International Volleyball Invitational at the Sibu Volleyball Indoor Stadium from July 29 to Aug 3. The six men's teams are Hong Kong, Thailand, Johor, Miri, Sarawak Senior and Sarawak Junior. The seven teams in the women's category are Mongolia, Taipei (Taiwan), Thailand (two teams), Sarawak Senior and Sarawak Junior. 'Sarawak men's and women's senior teams have been bolstered by the addition of players from Thailand. The men's team now includes four Thai players while the women's team has welcomed two Thai imports. 'The role of the imported players is to mentor and provide our Sarawakian players with exposure to playing on an international stage,' said organising chairperson Stephanie Law at a press conference yesterday on behalf of Dato Moh Wung Ming who is advisor of the organising committee. The tournament is jointly organised by Sarawak Volleyball Association (SAVA) and Sibu Volleyball Association (SVA). Cash prizes of US$1,000 and US$500 will be awarded to teams which finish second and third respectively. 'So, we are eyeing to be champion in both Men's and Women's categories,' said Law who is also SAVA secretary. The Guest-of-Honours for the opening on July 29 at 6 pm will be Tan Sri Dato Sri Moh Wung Sing and Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng. The tournament is part of the early preparations for Sarawak teams for next year's Malaysia Games (Sukma). Sarawak International Volleyball Invitational
