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 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 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 does PB Djarum have in place to nurture young talent in badminton following their success at the Governor’s Cup?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Iswoyo, and congratulations to PB Djarum for their impressive performance at the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship. Winning 16 gold medals is no small feat! How do you feel about the results?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! We are incredibly grateful and proud of PB Djarum’s achievements. Winning 16 out of 21 classes is a remarkable accomplishment and speaks volumes about the dedication and hard work of the athletes and their coaches.
**Interviewer:** It’s great to hear that enthusiasm is high among clubs. You mentioned the importance of regular national tournaments for the regeneration of young athletes. Can you elaborate on that?
**Iswoyo:** Certainly. Regular tournaments like the Governor’s Cup are crucial because they provide young athletes with the opportunity to compete and showcase their talents. It’s about creating a sustainable system for nurturing badminton talent in Indonesia. Each year, we see strong participation, and the ranking points available motivate many clubs to join, which is essential for ongoing development.
**Interviewer:** The tournament also included a record number of participants. What does this tell you about the current state of badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** The participation of 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs demonstrates a vibrant badminton culture across the country. It shows that there’s significant interest and investment in the sport, which is vital for discovering new talents and ensuring the sport’s future on the international stage.
**Interviewer:** Beyond just winning medals, what is the broader impact of events like the Governor’s Cup on the athletes and the community?
**Iswoyo:** Events like this not only boost athletes’ confidence and skills but also foster a sense of community. It’s about building connections among clubs and inspiring younger generations to take up the sport. Moreover, we use these competitions as evaluation tools for coaches to assess the progress of their athletes physically, technically, and mentally.
**Interviewer:** With such achievements, what are the next steps for PB Djarum and other clubs in terms of preparation for higher-level competitions?
**Iswoyo:** This tournament is a stepping stone for many athletes aiming for higher levels, such as the PBSI National Championship and international competitions. We are always looking to provide our athletes with the best training and competitive opportunities to ensure they are ready for future challenges.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for your insights and for sharing the significance of this event. We look forward to seeing how these young athletes progress in their careers!
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me! We appreciate the support for badminton in Indonesia, and we’re excited about the future.
