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 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 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 does the involvement of local coaching clubs impact the overall development of badminton in Central Java?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. Congratulations on PB Djarum’s impressive achievement at the 2024 Governor’s Cup, winning 16 gold medals! How significant was this tournament for both the athletes and the community?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! The success of the Governor’s Cup is incredibly significant. It not only showcases the talent of our athletes but also strengthens community involvement in badminton. We saw participation from coaching clubs across various age groups, which is essential for fostering enthusiasm and engagement in the sport.
**Editor:** You mentioned that this tournament plays a crucial role in the regeneration of young athletes. Can you elaborate on how events like these support the development of future talent?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. Regularly held national-level tournaments create a platform for young athletes to compete and improve their skills. This kind of experience is vital for their growth; it helps them understand the competitive landscape and gives coaches valuable insights into their physical, technical, and mental readiness.
**Editor:** The competition drew a remarkable number of participants—1,169 athletes from 207 clubs! How do you see this level of enthusiasm impacting the sport’s future in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** This enthusiasm is a positive sign for the future of badminton in Indonesia. It indicates a strong interest in the sport, which is crucial for sustainable development. The more clubs we have participating, the more opportunities there are for athletes to earn ranking points and set their sights on higher-level competitions, such as the PBSI National Championship.
**Editor:** What are some of the longer-term goals for the potential talents identified during this tournament?
**Iswoyo:** Our primary goal is to identify and cultivate these talented athletes to represent Indonesia on the international stage. The insights gained from this tournament will guide coaches in tailoring their training approaches and developing personalized growth plans for each athlete.
**Editor:** In concluding, what message do you want to convey to young athletes and their supporters who participated in the Governor’s Cup?
**Iswoyo:** I’d like to encourage young athletes to keep pursuing their passion for badminton and to take advantage of every opportunity to compete. Your hard work and dedication are what will pave the way for future successes, both individually and for our nation. We are all in this together, and the future of badminton looks bright!
**Editor:** Thank you for your time, Iswoyo, and for sharing these insights with us. We look forward to seeing how these young talents develop in the coming years!
