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Daily Express
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Express
Papar women's team makes history
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 By: Jinius Pandakin Text Size: Papar's players pose with officials and supporters after winning the qualifying round. Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Games (Saga) Papar women's football team has made history by clinching the West-South Coast Zone qualifying round title after a thrilling three-day tournament at Padang Sukma A, Kota Kinabalu Sports Complex, from June 2. Competing against teams from Ranau and Penampang, the Papar squad secured their victory with a 1-1 draw against Ranau and a decisive 3-1 win over Penampang. Advertisement Assistant Manager cum Coach Jenny Binjamis hailed the team's debut performance, singling out Nichelle Pearl Janiri Sipaji as the standout player for scoring all four of Papar's goals. 'Every player contributed to this victory, securing our spot in the Saga XI finals in Tawau this October,' said Jenny, who also praised the coaching staff Freddy Wong, John Tan Johnsun @ Ajung, and Kendy Koton for their dedication in guiding the team to success. The triumph is a milestone for Papar's women's football as they advance to the State-level finals, set to take place from Oct 11-17. * 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
Borneo Post
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Bandaraya KK Unduk Ngadau wins four subsidiary titles
The winners of the sub titles pose with Faridah Tussin (front row, centre in red), Juliah Salag (front row, ninth from left), co-chairs Datuk Joanna Kitingan (front row, eighth from left) and Dr Mary Gambidau (front row, seventh from left). PENAMPANG (May 29): A total of 11 subsidiary titles were presented to winners during the Sodop Unduk Ngadau at the Hongkod Koisaan yesterday evening. The winners were Tuaran Unduk Ngadau April Adelaide (Tati Topiodo/Miss Natural Beauty), Kunak Unduk Ngadau Einnawenda Wenceslaus (Tati Tosuau/Miss Friendly), Penampang Unduk Ngadau Slecther Myranda Floyd (Basaan Tinandai Togingo/Best Traditional Costume), Papar Unduk Ngadau Ann Rachel Oilon (Miss Beautiful Smile V Dental), Kemabong Unduk Ngadau Bibiana Wong Pau Yun (The Tati Tagaras Pepsi/Miss Strong Pepsi), Labuan Unduk Ngadau Lorain Ephrin Chan (Miss Flawless Skintific), Sarawak Unduk Ngadau Izavel Alesandra Beko (Tati Tabaal KOVAC/ Miss Creative & Talented KOVAC), Ranau Unduk Ngadau Jenylin Janis (Miss C.A.N), Lahad Datu Unduk Ngadau Paige Naville Chong (Tati Otonong Jetama) and Tamparuli Unduk Ngadau Atitih Yatih Robert (Tati Kinabalu). Bandaraya KK Unduk Ngadau Evanatie Sannie won four prizes comprising of the Basaan Tinunturu Om Linangkit Notinagas for her attire, Miss Loving & Caring Ai-cha, Tati Kaanangan Maxis (Miss Popular Maxis) and Miss Friendly Imago. Winners of the titles won RM2,000 cash, a crown, a sash and a trophy. Meanwhile, the designers for the attires that won the Basaan Tinunturu om Linangkit and Basaan Tinandai Togingo won a cash prize of RM3,500. Present to grace the event were the wife of Sabah's Head of State, Toh Puan Faridah Tussin and the wife of the Chief Minister, Datin Seri Panglima Datuk Juliana Salag. Meanwhile, chairman of the 2025 Sabah Level Kaamatan Festival main organising committee, Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Jeffrey Kitingan who is also Deputy Chief Minister 1 said that the Sodop Unduk Ngadau is a celebration that holds a special place in our hearts as part of the grand Kaamatan festivities. 'I was reminded that this year marks 65 years of the Kaamatan celebration, as well as the first crowning of the Unduk Ngadau. This is a momentous milestone — 65 years of the Kaamatan Festival, a testament to the resilience, unity and vibrant cultural heritage of our community. As we rejoice in this historic celebration, we also pay homage to the Unduk Ngadau, a symbol of our traditions, beauty and the spirit of our people,' he said. He added that the theme for this year's celebration, 'Kaamatan for All,' resonates deeply with our collective desire to foster inclusivity, understanding, and unity among all members of our society. 'It reminds us that our cultural heritage is a precious legacy to be cherished and shared by everyone, regardless of background or age,' said Jeffrey. 'It is a call to ensure that the beauty of our traditions continues to thrive and inspire future generations,' he added. As the chairman of the Main Organising Committee, he said he is proud of the dedication and effort that have gone into making this year's Kaamatan a memorable event. 'Today, as we watch the performance of the Unduk Ngadau wearing the ethnic-inspired evening dress, let us not only celebrate her beauty and grace, but also recognise her as a custodian of our cultural identity and a beacon of hope for our community's bright future. 'Let us use this occasion to reaffirm our commitment to preserving our customs, embracing diversity, and uniting as one community under the banner of our shared heritage. The Unduk Ngadau has indeed come a long way to where it is today.' The Unduk Ngadau CAN produce short videos on culture, agro-tourism and nature that help promote our cultural identity, agro-tourism, and natural beauty, he said. 'The Unduks are influencers in their own fields, not only promoting their own products but also generating income from them.'
Borneo Post
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sletcher Myranda Floyd crowned Unduk Ngadau Penampang 2025
Sletcher receiving the crown from Unduk Ngadau Penampang 2024 Marcerine Marcus Molison.-Information Department photo PENAMPANG (May 20): Sletcher Myranda Floyd was crowned as the Unduk Ngadau (UN) of Penampang District 2025 after defeating 13 other contestants in a competition held at Buhavan Square, Donggongon, on Sunday. This victory qualifies Sletcher to represent Penampang in the national-level Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan finals scheduled for May 30. She took home a cash prize of RM7,000, a trophy and a bouquet of flowers, along with the title 'Tati Topiodo' (best in personality and appearance). Second place was won by Carrie Terence, who received RM3,000 in cash, a trophy, and a bouquet, while third place went to Dorna Mayra Michael, who also received RM2,000, a trophy, a bouquet, and the title 'Tati Tosuau' (best in grace and refinement). The event was officiated by Datuk Ewon Benedick, Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives and Member of Parliament for Penampang. In his speech, Ewon said this year's Kaamatan Festival celebration symbolizes the unity of a multiracial society, in line with the aspirations of MADANI Malaysia. 'The theme 'Kaamatan for All' is hoped to ignite the spirit of unity and tolerance among the people, thereby strengthening harmony and efforts to develop the nation,' he said.
