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 Indonesian nation proud in the future. This championship is an official national scale tournament which is included in the PBSI calendar so that competing athletes 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 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 U15 (beginner), U17 (teenager) and U19 (cadet) age groups. (Ant/Z-6)
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What strategies is PBSI Central Java implementing to nurture young badminton talent for future competitions?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Iswoyo. Congratulations on the success of the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship! PB Djarum Kudus achieved an impressive 16 gold medals. What do you think contributed to their outstanding performance this year?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! The dedication and hard work of the PB Djarum coaches and athletes played a significant role. They’ve not only focused on technical skills but also on physical and mental preparation. Our tiered age category system allows young athletes to grow and learn from each competition, which also contributes to their success.
**Interviewer:** The tournament attracted 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs across Indonesia. What does this level of participation say about the current state of badminton in the country?
**Iswoyo:** The high turnout reflects the growing enthusiasm for badminton and the commitment of coaches and clubs. It’s encouraging to see such strong interest, which indicates that badminton is healthy and thriving at various levels in Indonesia. These tournaments provide vital points for athlete rankings, further incentivizing participation and competition.
**Interviewer:** There is a focus on sustainability and regeneration in badminton. How do you envision the future for young athletes following events like the Governor’s Cup?
**Iswoyo:** Events like the Governor’s Cup are essential as they serve as a stepping stone for young talents. By providing them with a platform to showcase their abilities, we can identify potential stars of the future. It allows coaches to evaluate athletes’ progress, and our aim is to ensure they are well prepared to compete at higher levels, like the upcoming PBSI National Championship.
**Interviewer:** Yuni Kartika mentioned the importance of using this tournament as a preparation event. Can you elaborate on how events like the Governor’s Cup contribute to the athletes’ long-term development?
**Iswoyo:** Definitely. The Governor’s Cup not only offers competition but also serves as an evaluation tool for athletes’ growth. Coaches can monitor the athletes’ physical, technical, and mental development, and this data is crucial for tracking progress and making informed decisions about their training and future competitions.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what are your hopes for the future of badminton in Indonesia, particularly for talented female athletes?
**Iswoyo:** We have high hopes for the future. By consistently organizing tournaments, we aim to empower and showcase our female athletes’ talents. Their success on the national stage can motivate more young girls to take up the sport, thus ensuring a bright future for badminton in Indonesia. We need to invest in and support our female athletes so they can compete and achieve greatness on the world stage.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for sharing your insights with us and congratulations again on a successful championship!
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me!
