20-05-2025
South Methodist crowned Sibu inter-school e-sports champs
MPI principal and chief executive officer Dr Lu Huong Ying (second left) and SDESA president Abdul Taib Rosli (fourth right) in a group photo with members of the winning team, South Methodist.
SIBU (May 20): The South Methodist team from SMK Methodist emerged the champions of the 2025 Sibu Inter-school 'Honor of Kings' E-Sports Tournament at Methodist Pilley Institute (MPI) here last Sunday.
Team A from Wong Nai Siong Secondary School took second place, while the No Business team from the Catholic High School and the Sibu All-Star of the Citizens Middle School placed third and fourth, respectively.
Meanwhile, Yew Zhu Yin from SMK Methodist was named the tournament's 'Most Valuable Player' (MVP).
The two-day event, which kicked off on Saturday, was organised by MPI with support from Sibu E-sports Association (SDESA) and Human Resources Development Corp (HRD Corp).
It gathered some 200 e-sports enthusiasts.
In a press release issued yesterday, MPI said a total of 80 players from 16 teams competed for the championship title.
'The event meant to educate young people on approaching electronic games with a healthy mindset, rather than falling into addiction.
'It also introduced participants to the e-sports industry, highlighting potential career and business opportunities, while fostering teamwork, digital skills, strategic thinking, and healthy competition.'
The MPI also said all school representatives and supporters wore school-branded attire neatly and respectfully.
'They upheld the spirit of sportsmanship, and observed social etiquette throughout the tournament – setting a positive example for e-sports competitions and reinforcing a the spirit of 'friendship above competition',' said the institute. competition e-sports gaming lead SMK Methodist
