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Daily Express
26-05-2025
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- Daily Express
Five Sabahan karate officials pass their exams
Published on: Monday, May 26, 2025 Published on: Mon, May 26, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: SKA referee chairman Alex Lim (third left) poses with (from left) Choo, Christy, Anney, Cyril and Rayner. Kota Kinabalu: Five Sabahans have passed their respective examinations held during the recent National 43rd Senior and 33rd Under-14, Cadet and Junior Karate Championship held here recently. Cyril Oh, who was promoted to judge A, received his full licence. Meanwhile, Anney Henry gained promotion to kumite referee B status, Christy Gaibin to kumite judge A, Rayner Subinon to kumite judge B and kata judge B, while Choo Vui Leong retained his kata judge B and kumite referee A status. Sabah Karate Association secretary general Julian Chin congratulated all five for their achievement. He said it was a positive development as they need more qualified referees in the State and hope to see more taking up refereeing in the future. * 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
Daily Express
20-05-2025
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Sabah Karate Association clinch overall title
Published on: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Published on: Tue, May 20, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: The SKA contingent pose for a group photo. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah Karate Association (SKA) clinched the overall title in the 33rd National Under-14, Cadet and Junior Karate Championship which concluded at the Penampang Cultural hall on Sunday. They bagged 12 gold, 10 silver and 23 bronze medals to top the tally well ahead of second place Johor Karate Association who only managed to collect four golds, two silvers and three bronzes followed by Kelantan Karate Association in third spot with three golds, four silvers and one bronze. Advertisement Their winning golds were delivered by the male and female teams kata (cadet & junior), Razmi Nur Rasyiqah Fariah (cadet female individual kata & kumite -54kg), Azlan Amirah Syahindah (cadet female individual kumite +61kg), Razmi Nur Radhiah Fathiah (junior female individual kumite -48kg), Ahmat Khairil Iman (junior male individual kumite -61kg), Lorimer Sierra Dyanne (Under-14 female individual kata), Fernandez King Iona Siew Lin Maria (Under-14 female individual kumite -47kg), Rajis Danish Rayyan (Under-14 male individual kata & kumite -55kg), Eusebius Arthur Braxton (Under-14 male individual kumite -45kg). However, they failed to make it to the podium in the 43rd Senior Championship and only finished in fifth place with one gold, four silvers and three bronzes behind overall winners Johor Karate Association with five golds, one silver and one bronze followed by Terengganu Sports Council (three golds, three silvers, one bronze), Hayashi Ha Malaysia Karate Federation (two golds, two silvers, seven bronzes) and National Sports Council (two golds, two silvers and three bronzes). SKA was represented by 157 athletes with 14 men and 13 women competing in the Senior Championship. Secretary general Julian Chin was happy with the overall performance of the athletes. Advertisement 'It was a good result for our juniors. The athletes' achievement was not just due to their hard work, but also the unwavering support from the coaches, teammates, families, fans as well as from the president and the supreme council of SKA. 'There are more to come from our athletes as we are preparing for the 4th Shureido International Karate Cup to be held in Jakarta in July,' he said. He also said as hosts for the National Championship, they have learned a lot in terms of organising and preparation for the athletes. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
Daily Express
15-05-2025
- Sport
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Banking on home support
Published on: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 15, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: The State contingent who will be competing in the championship which begins today. Kota Kinabalu: Sabah are banking on home support to do well in the 43rd Senior and 33rd Under-14, Cadet and Junior Karate Championship to be held at the Penampang Cultural Hall beginning today (Thursday). The State contingent is represented by 157 athletes with 14 men and 13 women to compete in the Senior Championship on the opening two days, while the rest will be taking part in the Under-14, Cadet and Junior Championship starting on May 17. Sabah Karate Association (SKA) secretary general Julian Chin said they did not set any targets for the athletes but hoped as hosts of the championship will give them the edge over their rivals. 'Our preparation was fine but there were also many challenges due to the big number of athletes. 'We are not setting any target. However, I do believe we do have the home soil advantage, but the senior category will be much tougher because all the national athletes will be present,' he said. A total of 762 athletes from throughout the country are participating in the four-day competition. The State contingent is led by team managers Richard Ajak and Abdul Halim @ Ampiu assisted by Lily Linus. The 16 coaches are Danny Fredololine, Farlin Veroney M Frederick, Clevelence Carlos, Mohd Azreen Ag Hashim, Mahfudz Azeem Ag Hashim, Jackson Cyprianus, Ronney Boy Gomboro, Roger Jingkah, Kelvin Chin Kok Tsun, Andy Alexious M. Angkangon, Roberto Candido Semana, Mui Ling Tiwon, Leong Tze Ming, Lily Linus, Wong Yee Lok and Nurul Shyakira Zakaria. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
Daily Express
10-05-2025
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762 karatekas to take part in championship
Published on: Saturday, May 10, 2025 Published on: Sat, May 10, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Jake was impressed with the large number of competitors. Kota Kinabalu: A total of 762 athletes throughout the country will be taking part in the 43rd senior and 33rd Under-14, Cadet and Junior Karate Championship to be held here at the Penampang Cultural hall starting on May 13 until May 18. Sabah Karate Association president Datuk Jake Nointin was impressed with the large number of competitors. 'We are honoured to welcome all the participants here in Kota Kinabalu, where we will continue to uphold the spirit of brotherhood in karate. 'As we move forward, we entrust each of them with the responsibility of carrying the values of discipline, respect and perseverance that define our journey. 'It is a great pleasure to see such an enthusiastic crowd and their attendance here also play a vital role in strengthening the karate community and trust as well as inspiring the next generation of karatekas,' he said on Friday. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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
