Kuching - Athletes representing Sarawak including those in the badminton squad have been urged to uphold high discipline during the 19th Malaysia Games (Sukma XIX) in Perak.
The call was made by Sarawak Badminton Association (SBA) President, YBhg Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz Husain in his speech at the handing over of the state flag ceremony and sponsorship to the Sukma-bound Sarawak squad held at Menara SEDC in Jalan Bako.
According to YBhg Tan Sri Abdul Aziz, Sarawak athletes must stay focused while facing the pressure and fierce competition expected at Sukma XIX Perak which will take place in another 8 days. He also said Sarawak athletes should be intimidated by their competitiors who are also players from the national squad.
Although the association had set a modest target for the medals to be won, Sarawak's players are told to give give strong challenge to the other contenders during the group and individual events that will take place from September 9 to 21.
Sarawak badminton squad will be among those who will heading off to Ipoh, Perak as early as September 7 and will compete in a group match which begins on September 9.