PB Djarum Kudus, Central Java, won 16 gold medals from 21 classes competed in the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship which took place from 4-9 November 2024 at GOR Djarum Jati, Kudus Regency.
“We are grateful that the 2024 Governor’s Cup championship has succeeded in attracting the attention and enthusiasm of the community from coaching clubs with tiered age categories,” said PBSI Central Java General Secretary Iswoyo in Kudus, Saturday.
Through regularly held national level tournaments, he hopes that the regeneration of young athletes can continue.
He admitted that every year the enthusiasm of the participants is always good, considering that this tournament has points that can boost the athletes’ ranking. Of course, this is what attracts clubs from all over Indonesia to come so that the hope is that breeding and regeneration can continue to be sustainable for the sustainability of badminton on the world stage.
Chair of the 2024 Polytron Governor Cup Organizing Committee, Yuni Kartika, appreciated the enthusiasm of the 2024 Polytron Governor Cup championship participants, totaling 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs in the country who showed their ability to record achievements and were ready to compete for prizes worth a total of IDR 471 million.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup tournament, he said, will be a preparation event for athletes to move up the grade level. So it is hoped that through this national class tournament, athletes can be encouraged to hone their skills.
“In this event, we can certainly measure how the athletes in Indonesia from each club are developing, which will then become evaluation material for the coaches, both physically, technically and mentally. From the PBSI side, we will also see the extent of the potential of the female athletes. defend for the future,” he said.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup tournament is also a place to find talented seeds who are expected to make the name of the Indonesian nation proud in the future. This championship is an official national scale tournament which is included in the PBSI calendar so that athletes who compete also have the opportunity to add points as capital to play at a higher level such as the 2024 PBSI National Championship and Sirnas Premier.
Head of District Sales Polytron Handojo Djayadi added that sport is an important component that must continue to be supported, especially in looking for potential seeds by providing a place to compete for athletes.
“This is done in order to increase the flying hours of the athletes competing on the field. The hope is that new badminton players can continue to emerge with high quality in order to make the Indonesian nation proud in the future,” he said.
One of the PB Djarum athletes who played in the women’s singles sector in the U-13 category, Nafla Berly Syajira Al Habsy, managed to win the title after defeating fellow PB Djarum player, Laura Leydisya, in three games, 21-23, 21-15, 21-19.
“At the 2023 Governor’s Cup, I only got three podiums. But this year I am determined to train hard. Until finally I can win,” said Nafla.
Meanwhile, in the U-17 Men’s Doubles sector, Muhammad Khosda Alfagan, who was paired with Muhammad Luthfi Habibi from PB Djarum, also won against Faza Iwadh Kurnia Ramdhan/Hazel Rizqi Prasetyo in three long games 21-19, 25-27, 21-11.
“The match against Faza/Hazel was tiring because of the rubber game. Even in the second game the points were close, but we managed to take the lead and win the championship,” said Alfagan.
The 2024 Governor’s Cup will compete in 21 categories. The singles and women’s numbers have the largest age divisions, including the age groups U11 (early age), U13 (children), U15 (beginners), U17 (teenagers), to U19 (cadets). Meanwhile, the men’s doubles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles events will only be contested by the age groups U15 (beginners), U17 (teenagers) and U19 (cadets). (Ant/Z-6)
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What impact does PB Djarum’s success at the 2024 Governor’s Cup have on the development of badminton in Central Java?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java, on PB Djarum’s Triumph at the 2024 Governor’s Cup**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. Congratulations on PB Djarum’s remarkable achievement at the 2024 Governor’s Cup, winning 16 gold medals! How does this victory reflect the state of badminton in Central Java?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! We are incredibly grateful for this success. Winning 16 out of 21 gold medals highlights not just the talent present at PB Djarum but also the robust development programs we have in place for young athletes in Central Java. It signifies that our coaching systems and grassroots programs are performing effectively.
**Editor:** The championships attracted a large number of participants this year. Can you speak about the significance of community involvement in this tournament?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. The enthusiastic participation of 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs demonstrates the excitement surrounding badminton in our region. This community involvement is vital as it enhances competition, draws attention to the sport, and encourages young athletes to pursue badminton at a higher level. It’s a huge step toward ensuring the sport’s sustainability on the world stage.
**Editor:** You mentioned the importance of regeneration of young athletes. What steps is PBSI taking to support this ongoing development?
**Iswoyo:** We conduct regular national-level tournaments like the Governor’s Cup to provide young athletes with a platform to showcase their skills and gain experience. This competition allows us to evaluate talent, both physically and mentally, which is essential for their growth. We are committed to nurturing these young athletes, ensuring they have the opportunities needed to flourish.
**Editor:** Looking ahead, what are your hopes for the future of badminton in Indonesia, particularly in light of this tournament’s outcomes?
**Iswoyo:** We hope that this tournament acts as a springboard for our athletes. It’s essential that we continue to nurture talent that can compete on international stages. Events like the Governor’s Cup provide critical ranking points and the exposure necessary for athletes to progress to higher levels, such as the PBSI National Championship and Sirnas Premier. We envision a future where Indonesia continues to produce world-class badminton players.
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for sharing your insights on this exciting event. We look forward to seeing how PB Djarum and Indonesian badminton continue to develop in the coming years.
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me! We’re excited about the future and the promising talent we have in our ranks.
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