Getting maximum exposure
Published on: Thu, Jul 24, 2025
By: GL Oh Text Size: The Prestige Squash Club players who gained valuable experience competing at the meet in Sarawak. Kota Kinabalu: Twenty-three junior squash players from Kota Kinabalu-based Prestige Squash Club were given maximum exposure in the 8th Borneo Junior Open Squash Championship 2025 held at the Sarawak Squash Centre in Kuching from July 15 to 20. The regional tournament classified as a gold event under the Asian Junior Super Series (AJSS) was organised in collaboration with the Asian Squash Federation (ASF). It attracted top junior players from 16 countries including Malaysia, Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and the United States as well as debut appearances by players from Canada, New Zealand, Russia and Sri Lanka. Club secretary Mohd Nizam Ali Hasan expressed his pride in the players' performance under the guidance of head coach Bryan Spencer Faurillo, along with coaches Julian Jeremiah Faurillo and Mohd Adam John Faurillo. 'The 8th Borneo Junior Open was more than just a competition, it was a platform for growth, exposure and self-discovery. Our young players showed grit and sportsmanship competing in various categories from Under-11 to Under-19 against some of the best juniors from across Asia and beyond. 'We are extremely proud of their efforts and this experience will undoubtedly shape them into stronger athletes moving forward,' he said. Euodia Lai, who was ranked top six in the girls Under-19 category, and Jedidiah Kwan, who ranked eighth in the boys Under-17 category, were the best achievers in the team, while several others managed to make it to the top half of their respective categories. Nizam added that the club are also grateful to the parents, sponsors, supporters, the coaching and management teams for their hard work and dedication to ensure the successful outing. * 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.
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