Sibu to stage Borneo Pickleball Forum in August
Stakeholders for the upcoming forum pose with (seated from left) Tan, Ting, Dr Wong and Tian yesterday.
SIBU (June 8): The first ever Borneo Pickleball Workshop and Forum will be held over two days from Aug 27 at Kingwood Hotel here with an expected attendance of 200 to 300 participants.
This was announced by Iplay Swan Squad Pickleball Club (IPSS) president Dr Wong Chya Wei who highlighted it as a landmark event for the development of pickleball.
'This forum marks a significant step forward in growing the sport across the region by bringing together thought leaders, experts and passionate advocates of pickleball.
'We are targeting not only participants from Sarawak but also those from Sabah and Semananjung,' he told a press conference here yesterday.
Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng will officiate at the event on Aug 27. Wong also thanked BE Sarawak (Business Events Sarawak) for its support in making the event a reality.
The two-day forum will feature a panel dialogue and sharing session with speakers from Sarawak Sports Council, Malaysia Pickleball Association, Courtsite (court operation and management provider) and other experienced court operators.
'We will have a seminar on sports Injuries and rehabilitation, providing practical insights into injury prevention and recovery, vital knowledge for players and coaches alike.
'There will also be a workshop on CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AED (Automated External Defibrillators), open to the general public from all walks of life… and we highly encourage group bookings for communities, associations and institutions,' said Wong.
There will also be a referee workshop to address the need for more trained referees and linesmen with the growing number of pickleball tournaments and new clubs forming in schools.
Furthermore, an exhibition space will feature solutions for court construction, systems for reserving courts, pickleball paddles available for purchase and demonstration, and merchandise like sportswear, bags and shoes. A demonstration court will be set up inside the ballroom, offering paddle testing and a special exhibition game by junior players.
'As a special token, the first 100 paying participants will enjoy a complimentary Sunset River Cruise on Aug 27,' added Wong.
Also in attendance at yesterday's press conference were BE Sarawak business development senior manager, Donny Tan, IPSS secretary Cr Jenny Ting and Selkirk Malaysia sales manager Benjamin Tian who is also IPSS vice president and coach.
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Stakeholders for the upcoming forum pose with (seated from left) Tan, Ting, Dr Wong and Tian yesterday. SIBU (June 8): The first ever Borneo Pickleball Workshop and Forum will be held over two days from Aug 27 at Kingwood Hotel here with an expected attendance of 200 to 300 participants. This was announced by Iplay Swan Squad Pickleball Club (IPSS) president Dr Wong Chya Wei who highlighted it as a landmark event for the development of pickleball. 'This forum marks a significant step forward in growing the sport across the region by bringing together thought leaders, experts and passionate advocates of pickleball. 'We are targeting not only participants from Sarawak but also those from Sabah and Semananjung,' he told a press conference here yesterday. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng will officiate at the event on Aug 27. Wong also thanked BE Sarawak (Business Events Sarawak) for its support in making the event a reality. The two-day forum will feature a panel dialogue and sharing session with speakers from Sarawak Sports Council, Malaysia Pickleball Association, Courtsite (court operation and management provider) and other experienced court operators. 'We will have a seminar on sports Injuries and rehabilitation, providing practical insights into injury prevention and recovery, vital knowledge for players and coaches alike. 'There will also be a workshop on CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AED (Automated External Defibrillators), open to the general public from all walks of life… and we highly encourage group bookings for communities, associations and institutions,' said Wong. There will also be a referee workshop to address the need for more trained referees and linesmen with the growing number of pickleball tournaments and new clubs forming in schools. Furthermore, an exhibition space will feature solutions for court construction, systems for reserving courts, pickleball paddles available for purchase and demonstration, and merchandise like sportswear, bags and shoes. A demonstration court will be set up inside the ballroom, offering paddle testing and a special exhibition game by junior players. 'As a special token, the first 100 paying participants will enjoy a complimentary Sunset River Cruise on Aug 27,' added Wong. Also in attendance at yesterday's press conference were BE Sarawak business development senior manager, Donny Tan, IPSS secretary Cr Jenny Ting and Selkirk Malaysia sales manager Benjamin Tian who is also IPSS vice president and coach.
