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4 days ago
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Organisers delighted with the overwhelming response
Published on: Saturday, July 26, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 26, 2025 Text Size: Each category is limited to 32 entries and as at press time, only the girls' Under-18 category (born between 2007 and 2011) has less than 10 slots remaining, while other categories — boys Under-18, Under-13 and Under-10 as well as girls Under-13 and Under-10 are no longer available. - Pic for illustration only. Kota Kinabalu: The Datuk Simon Chee Chi Nyen, J.P. Cup Sabah Youth Table Tennis competition has set a new record as five of the six categories to be staged were filled up within an hour after it was opened for registration on Friday at 12 noon. The tournament to be held on August 24 at Kian Kok Middle School hall, which offered a record total cash prize of RM8,400 is co-organised by Kota Kinabalu Hokkien Association Youth Section and Alan Table Tennis Club. Each category is limited to 32 entries and as at press time, only the girls' Under-18 category (born between 2007 and 2011) has less than 10 slots remaining, while other categories — boys Under-18, Under-13 and Under-10 as well as girls Under-13 and Under-10 are no longer available. The confirmation is based on successful payment and those who have registered may verify their status via the official Google Form link, or check the Kota Kinabalu Hokkien Association Facebook page for updates. Those who are not able to secure a spot may contact Alan Au at 016-8322356 for a possible waiting list or alternative arrangements. Meanwhile, competition organising chairperson Clarence Wong was delighted with the overwhelming response. 'It has exceeded our expectations with all but one of the categories filled up within an hour after it was officially open for registration. 'It clearly showed the passion and growing talent pool in Sabah's youth table tennis scene. We hope this tournament will encourage more students to put down their phones and devices and take up healthy, active lifestyles through sport,' he said. He also urged all confirmed participants to attend the draw and the competition, which he said has set a new milestone in Sabah youth table tennis history. * 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
21-07-2025
- Sport
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Sabah Youth Table Tennis competition on August 24
Published on: Monday, July 21, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jul 21, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Clement (second right) and Albert (third left) with (from left) planning committee secretary Natasha Goh, deputy organising chairman Albert Ting, Clarence Wong and organising committee Steve Yap. Kota Kinabalu: The Datuk Simon Chee Chi Nyen, J.P. Cup Sabah Youth Table Tennis competition will be held at the Kian Kok Middle School Hall in Kota Kinabalu on August 24. Organising chairman Datuk Clement Yeh said the event co-organised by Kota Kinabalu Hokkien Association Youth Section and Alan Table Tennis Club has set a new record in a youth table tennis tournament with the total prize money of RM8,400. Advertisement He urged all schools, table tennis clubs and youth across Sabah to take part in the sport that will help them to build self-confidence and grow stronger towards a brighter future. The six categories to be staged are Boys (U18–U14) – Born 2007 to 2011, Girls (U18–U14) – Born 2007 to 2011, Boys (U13–U11) – Born 2012 to 2014, Girls (U13–U11) – Born 2012 to 2014, Boys (U10 & below) – Born 2015 or later and Girls (U10 & below) – Born 2015 or later. The winning prizes in all the categories are champion: RM600 and medals; 1st runner-up: RM300 and medals, 2nd runner-up (2): RM150 and medals and consolation prize (4): RM50 and medals. Meanwhile, Cup patron and advisor to the Hokkien Youth Section Datuk Simon Chee Chi Nyen, who sponsored the event, said its aim is to raise the standard of table tennis in the State, ignite the competitive spirit among the young players as well as to identify future champions. 'Table tennis is also a sport that benefits both the mind and body. I strongly encourage students to step away from screens and engage in physical activities that build discipline, focus, and confidence,' he added. Registration will open on July 25 at 12 noon and closes at 4pm on August 8. Interested parties are also reminded that each category is limited to 32 entries on a first-come, first-served basis, to be confirmed upon registration fee payment of RM20 per participant. Those needing further information are to contact Alan (016-823 2356), Kota Kinabalu Hokkien Association secretariat (088-252 737) or planning committee chairman Clarence Wong (016-831 0878). * 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
