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 of course measure how the athletes in Indonesia from each club are developing, which then becomes 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 athletes’ potential. 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 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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How can younger athletes be encouraged to pursue badminton as a career path following events like the Governor’s Cup?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. PB Djarum’s impressive performance at the 2024 Governor’s Cup, winning 16 out of 21 gold medals, is quite remarkable. What are your thoughts on their achievement?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. We are extremely proud of PB Djarum’s performance. Winning such a high number of gold medals not only reflects their hard work but also showcases the depth of talent we have in Central Java. This championship attracted significant attention, which is encouraging for the growth of badminton in our community.
**Editor:** The success of the tournament seems to be indicative of growing enthusiasm among participants. Can you elaborate on the importance of events like the Governor’s Cup for young athletes?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. Events like the Governor’s Cup are crucial for the regeneration of young athletes. They provide a platform for players to gain experience, develop their skills, and earn points that can elevate their rankings. This is essential for nurturing future talent and ensuring Indonesia remains competitive on the world stage.
**Editor:** The tournament saw participation from over 1,000 athletes across various clubs. How does such participation impact the development of badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** The participation of 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs is a testament to the health of badminton in Indonesia. It encourages clubs to foster talent, as they can measure their progress against other teams. This competition helps coaches evaluate the physical, technical, and mental abilities of their players, which is vital for their development.
**Editor:** What future initiatives do you envision to further support badminton athletes in Central Java and beyond?
**Iswoyo:** We will continue to hold regular national tournaments to ensure a steady flow of competition. Additionally, we’re looking to enhance our training programs and facilities. Our goal is to maintain a sustainable ecosystem for badminton, enabling athletes to consistently improve and ultimately represent Indonesia with pride on international platforms.
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for sharing your insights with us. It’s clear that the future of badminton in Indonesia is bright with passionate leaders and talented athletes like those at PB Djarum.
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for the opportunity to discuss this. We’re excited about what lies ahead for our athletes!