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 PB Djarum’s success at the Governor’s Cup impact the future of badminton in Central Java?
### Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. PB Djarum achieved a remarkable 16 gold medals at the 2024 Governor’s Cup. What does this success mean for the club and for badminton in Central Java?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. The success of PB Djarum is a reflection of our commitment to developing young talents in badminton. Winning 16 gold medals out of 21 classes not only showcases our athletes’ skills but also highlights the hard work of our coaching staff. It’s a proud moment for Central Java as we continue to nurture and promote badminton.
**Editor:** The tournament attracted considerable participation this year. Can you tell us more about the response from other clubs and athletes?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. We had an impressive turnout, with 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs participating. The enthusiasm is always high, which is encouraging. This interest is fueled by the ranking points that can elevate athletes to higher levels of competition. It’s crucial for the sustainability of badminton in Indonesia.
**Editor:** What role do you think the Governor’s Cup plays in the regeneration of young athletes?
**Iswoyo:** The Governor’s Cup serves as a vital platform for identifying and training young talent. It is an official national tournament recognized by PBSI, meaning performance here is a stepping stone toward larger competitions like the PBSI National Championship. This helps us assess athletes’ development across physical, technical, and mental aspects, which is essential for their future progression.
**Editor:** What are your hopes for the future of badminton in Indonesia following this event?
**Iswoyo:** I hope that the continuous hosting of national-level tournaments will not only boost the skills of our current athletes but also inspire the next generation. Identifying talented young players who can represent Indonesia on the world stage is our ultimate goal, and events like the Governor’s Cup are crucial in this journey.
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for sharing your insights on this successful event and the future of badminton in Indonesia.
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. Let’s continue to support our athletes and the sport!