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The Star
26-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sabah aims to keep traditional sports alive, especially among youth
KOTA KINABALU: Plans are underway to expand traditional sports competitions to every district in Sabah in a bid to preserve the state's rich cultural heritage. Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan ( pic ) said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that traditional games are not forgotten, especially among the younger generation. 'Games such as arm wrestling, slingshot, blowpipe, mopiri (a traditional fire-starting method using a stick and coconut husk), membujak (a heritage game involving spear-throwing at a target) and others are more than just entertainment, they are cultural symbols that must be preserved and passed down,' he said. Fairuz stressed on the importance of maintaining cultural identity in the face of modern influences such as electronic sports (e-sports), adding that rural communities continue to play a key role in preserving such traditions. Fairuz made the remarks after officiating the Traditional Sports Competition held in conjunction with the state-level Kaamatan Festival 2025 at SMK Bahang Hall on Saturday. This year's competition saw encouraging participation from local youth, a positive sign that traditional sports are still valued and enjoyed. Fairuz said the ministry, with support from agencies such as the Sabah Sports Board, PETRONAS and the Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry, plans to bring such competitions to all major zones and districts in the state. He said youth involvement is vital to ensuring the continuity of Sabah's heritage. 'Without the old, there is no new. 'If the younger generation forgets or fails to carry on these traditions, our traditional games will fade with time,' he said. Fairuz also encouraged parents to expose their children to traditional sports from an early age, either through participation or by attending local competitions.
The Star
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
From arm wrestling to ‘mopiri', Sabah plans to revive traditional sports state-wide
KOTA KINABALU: Plans are underway to expand traditional sports competitions to every district in Sabah in a bid to preserve the state's rich cultural heritage. Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that traditional games are not forgotten, especially among the younger generation. 'Games such as arm wrestling, slingshot, blowpipe, mopiri (a traditional fire-starting method using a stick and coconut husk), membujak (a heritage game involving spear-throwing at a target), and others are more than just entertainment, they are cultural symbols that must be preserved and passed down,' he said. He stressed the importance of maintaining cultural identity in the face of modern influences like electronic sports (e-sports), adding that rural communities continue to play a key role in preserving these traditions. Fairuz made the remarks after officiating the Traditional Sports Competition held in conjunction with the state-level Kaamatan Festival 2025 at SMK Bahang Hall on Saturday (May 24). This year's competition saw encouraging participation from local youths, a positive sign that traditional sports are still valued and enjoyed. Fairuz said the ministry, with support from agencies such as the Sabah Sports Board, PETRONAS, and the Sabah Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry (Maffi), plans to bring these competitions to all major zones and districts across Sabah. He stressed that youth involvement is vital to ensuring the continuity of Sabah's heritage. 'Without the old, there is no new. If the younger generation forgets or fails to carry on these traditions, our traditional games will fade with time,' he said. He also encouraged parents to expose their children to traditional sports from an early age, either through participation or by attending local competitions.
Malay Mail
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Malay Mail
From ‘mipulos' to buffalo roping: Traditional Sabahan sports set for statewide rollout
PENAMPANG, May 25 — The Sabah Youth and Sports Ministry is planning to introduce traditional sports in every district in the state, said Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports Datuk Fairuz Renddan. 'Yes, there are plans by KBS (Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia) and Sabah Sports Board to introduce sports not only here in Penampang, but other districts as well. 'With the cooperation from other major bodies such as Sabah Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Petronas and others, our traditional sports should be held and introduced at every zone and district,' he said at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition at SMK Bahang here on Saturday. Fairuz, who represented State Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Angin, encouraged all Sabahan youths to participate in traditional sports. 'This is not only for our future generation to preserve our culture but also to help promote our tradition, instill community spirit and love of heritage so it will never be forgotten,' he said. Also present at the event were Sabah Sports Board general manager Terrence Edward Pudin and Petronas Sabah and Labuan general manager Siti Ayu Haniza Abdul Wahab. A total of 10 traditional sports will be competed at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition on May 24-25 at SMK Bahang, Penampang next to Hongkod Koisaan, KDCA, in conjunction with the Sabah State Level Kaamatan Festival 2025. They are 'Mipulos' or gusti lengan (arm wrestling); 'Migazat Dukug' or tarik tali (tug of war); 'Momolositik' or melastik (slingshot); 'Monopuk' or menyumpit (blowguns); 'tumutu or memproses padi (rice processing); 'Manandus' or membujak (spear); 'Mopiri' or menyalakan api (lighting fire); 'Monungkava Kalabau' or menjerat kerbau (roping buffalo); 'Rampanau' or berjalan menggunakan galah (walk with poles); and 'Sipatu Tompulangoi' or terompak gergasi. — The Borneo Post
Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Sabah plans to introduce traditional sports in every district
Fairuz (right) and Siti Ayu (second right) watching the female armwrestling event the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition on Saturday. PENAMPANG (May 24): The Sabah Youth and Sports Ministry is planning to introduce traditional sports in every district in the state, said Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports Datuk Fairuz Renddan. 'Yes, there are plans by KBS (Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia) and Sabah Sports Board to introduce sports not only here in Penampang, but other districts as well. 'With the cooperation from other major bodies such as Sabah Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Petronas and others, our traditional sports should be held and introduced at every zone and district,' he said at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition at SMK Bahang here on Saturday. Fairuz, who represented State Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Ellron Angin, encouraged all Sabahan youths to participate in traditional sports. 'This is not only for our future generation to preserve our culture but also to help promote our tradition, instill community spirit and love of heritage so it will never be forgotten,' he said. Also present at the event were Sabah Sports Board general manager Terrence Edward Pudin and Petronas Sabah and Labuan general manager Siti Ayu Haniza Abdul Wahab. A total of 10 traditional sports will be competed at the Kaamatan Festival Traditional Sports Competition on May 24-25 at SMK Bahang, Penampang next to Hongkod Koisaan, KDCA, in conjunction with the Sabah State Level Kaamatan Festival 2025. They are 'Mipulos' or gusti lengan (arm wrestling); 'Migazat Dukug' or tarik tali (tug of war); 'Momolositik' or melastik (slingshot); 'Monopuk' or menyumpit (blowguns); 'tumutu or memproses padi (rice processing); 'Manandus' or membujak (spear); 'Mopiri' or menyalakan api (lighting fire); 'Monungkava Kalabau' or menjerat kerbau (roping buffalo); 'Rampanau' or berjalan menggunakan galah (walk with poles); and 'Sipatu Tompulangoi' or terompak gergasi.
Daily Express
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Sabah traditional sports competition May 24-25
Published on: Sunday, May 18, 2025 Published on: Sun, May 18, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: The game of rampanau usually involves using a sago palm tree branch, hard wood and two pieces of bamboo. Players must walk or run using the rampanau. Kota Kinabalu: This year's traditional sports competition jointly organised by Sabah Sports Board, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry, Youth and Sports Ministry and KDCA in conjunction with the Harvest Festival celebration will be held at SMK Bahang, Penampang on May 24-25. The nine disciplines drawn up by the organising committee for the contestants are 'gusti lengan', 'tarik tali', 'melastik', 'menyumpit', 'membujak', 'menjerat kerbau', 'menghidupkan api', 'terompak gergasi' and 'rampanau'. Advertisement The game of rampanau usually involves using a sago palm tree branch, hard wood and two pieces of bamboo measuring about 3m up to 10m, which is specially designed as a walking stilt and, to play, players must walk or run using the rampanau. It is open to the public and participation is free. The winners will take home prizes in the form of cash, medals and certificates. There will also will be lucky draws for those attending the event and the main prize on the second day is a motorcycle in addition to hampers, sports items and electrical goods. More than 10 teams including some from the Peninsula and Brunei have so far confirmed their participation in the annual event aimed to promote traditional sports for future generations as well as enliven the festive spirits. Advertisement Registration to join all the disciplines is open until the day of the programme apart from 'tarik tali' which closes on May 23. Further information can be obtained on the official Facebook account of Sabah Sports Board or to contact Stewart Anak Eddy Jampang (019-5304166) and Mohd Khairul Lamba (014-6518781). * 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
