Pickleball coming to SUKSAR and SUKMA
SIBU: The Malaysia Pickleball Association aims to broaden their outreach by securing its place in major sporting events such as Sukan Sarawak (SUKSAR) and Sukan Malaysia (SUKMA). According to its president, Farrell Choo Kah Thiam, discussions have been held with the Sarawak Sport Corporation (SSC) on these matters. “We had spoken to the SSC about […]
Pickleball clubs may expand in schools
SIBU: Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek has proposed the establishment of Pickleball clubs in secondary schools here to enhance the growth of the sport. Chieng, who is also the Sibu Pickleball Association president, said that it was essential for them to work closely with schools and NGOs. “I have a plan to work […]
Pickleball instructor course attracts 18 participants
KUCHING: The Malaysia Pickleball Association (MPA) conducted its very first MPA Certified Pickleball Instructor Course Level 1 here on Dec 22. A total of 18 participants attended the session conducted by MPA president Farrell Choo. Participants were taught on the proper techniques on how to introduce the sport to beginners during the course. According to […]
12 teams compete in Pickleball Novice Challenge
BY JACINTHA JOLENE MIRI: A total of 12 teams competed in the Pickleball Novice Challenge at the Miri Tennis Complex on Jan 22. According to a statement issued on Thursday (Jan 27), Mahammed Faridz and Zachary Macchesney emerged as the winner, followed by Sulibtisam Sulaiman and Winny Sia in second place while Sheena Hayani Narawi and […]
Piasau Boat Club opens two new pickleball courts
MIRI: Two new outdoor pickleball courts at the Piasau Boat Club Miri were officially declared open last Friday (March 26) by the club’s commodore, Ilyas Adam. During his opening speech, Ilyas thanked the sponsors, Malaysia Pickleball Association (MPA) and EQ Mix Sdn Bhd and all local pickleball players for their great contributions towards the building […]
Pickleball, floorball can help develop advanced skills
MIRI: In Malaysia pickleball and floorball sport may not be as popular like badminton or hockey but the Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) saw that the two sports have bright potentials in diversifying the players’ skills. “We believe and are optimistic that pickleball and floorball could help diversify players skills in other sports such as badminton, […]
