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 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 for athletes to compete.
“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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**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java Following the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championships**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. Congratulations on the impressive performance by PB Djarum at the 2024 Governor’s Cup! Can you tell us how it felt to see your team win 16 gold medals?
**Iswoyo**: Thank you! We are incredibly proud of our athletes. Winning 16 gold medals out of 21 events reflects the hard work and dedication of not just the players, but the coaches and support staff as well. It’s a testament to the strength of our training programs.
**Interviewer**: The tournament attracted 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs across the country. How important are events like these for the future of badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo**: These tournaments are crucial for the regeneration of young talent in badminton. They provide an excellent platform for athletes to showcase their skills and gain competitive experience, which is vital for their development. Regularly holding national-level tournaments ensures that we keep the momentum going and continue to nurture future stars.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned the impact on athletes’ rankings. Can you explain how that motivates participants?
**Iswoyo**: Absolutely. The rankings play a significant role in an athlete’s career. With every tournament, they have the chance to earn points that contribute to their overall standing. This not only offers recognition but also opens doors for further opportunities, including participation in higher-level competitions. The thrill of competition drives these athletes, and events like the Governor’s Cup are essential for their ambitions.
**Interviewer**: The organizing committee highlighted the diversity in skill levels. How does this help in assessing young athletes’ achievements?
**Iswoyo**: It’s great to see a wide range of participants. This diversity allows us to evaluate athletes across different tiers of skill, which is essential for coaches when planning future training. Being able to compare budding talents against their peers helps us identify areas where they excel and where they need improvement.
**Interviewer**: What are your hopes for future tournaments in supporting badminton at the national level?
**Iswoyo**: I hope that we can keep attracting clubs and athletes to these tournaments. Our goal is to create a sustainable environment where young athletes can grow and thrive. Through these competitions, we aim to find and develop talents who will represent Indonesia proudly on the world stage.
**Interviewer**: Thank you for sharing your insights with us, Iswoyo. Best of luck to you and PB Djarum in future competitions!
**Iswoyo**: Thank you! We appreciate the support and look forward to more successful events ahead.
