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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What strategies does PBSI Central Java implement to nurture young talent in badminton?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for joining us today. PB Djarum has performed exceptionally well at the 2024 Governor’s Cup, winning 16 gold medals. What does this success mean for the team and the badminton community in Central Java?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our athletes and coaches. Winning 16 gold medals out of 21 classes is incredible and showcases the strong talent we have in Central Java. It significantly boosts the morale of our players and encourages more young athletes to engage in badminton.
**Editor:** The tournament attracted a massive number of participants—over 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs. How important is this level of participation for the future of badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** The participation we witnessed this year is vital for the regeneration of our young athletes. It’s encouraging to see so many clubs and athletes involved. Not only does this tournament provide competitive experience, but it also allows athletes to earn ranking points, which is crucial for their development and opportunities in higher-level competitions.
**Editor:** Yuni Kartika, the Chair of the organizing committee, mentioned that this tournament could serve as a preparatory event for athletes. Can you elaborate on how such tournaments help in athlete development?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. Tournaments like the Governor’s Cup help athletes refine their skills under competitive conditions. They provide a platform for coaches to assess their athletes physically, technically, and mentally. This evaluation is essential for tailoring training programs and focusing on areas that need improvement so that athletes are better prepared for future competitions.
**Editor:** Looking towards the future, how does PBSI plan to sustain interest and development in badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** We are committed to holding regular national tournaments to keep the interest alive. The consistency of these events encourages clubs to engage more, and through them, we can identify and nurture potential future stars of badminton. Our goal is to create a robust system of support that helps athletes at every level excel and ultimately represents Indonesia with pride on the world stage.
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for your insights. It’s clear that the 2024 Governor’s Cup has not only showcased talent but also laid a foundation for future success in badminton.
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me, and I look forward to witnessing more achievements from our athletes in the future.