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 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 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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### Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Iswoyo. PB Djarum had an impressive performance at the 2024 Governor’s Cup, winning 16 gold medals out of 21 classes. What do you think contributed to their success this year?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. The success of PB Djarum can be attributed to a combination of dedicated training and a strong support system within the club. Their commitment to nurturing young talent has really paid off. The enthusiasm for participation was evident, and it’s encouraging to see the community getting behind these events.
**Editor:** The tournament attracted over 1,150 athletes from 207 clubs. How do you believe this level of participation influences the development of badminton in Indonesia?
**Iswoyo:** High levels of participation, like what we witnessed at the Governor’s Cup, are crucial for the sustainability and growth of badminton in Indonesia. It not only gives athletes the chance to compete but also helps them gain ranking points that are vital for their development. This environment fosters competition and encourages clubs to continually improve.
**Editor:** You mentioned the importance of regeneration of young athletes. How does the Governor’s Cup play a role in that process?
**Iswoyo:** The Governor’s Cup serves as an essential platform for identifying and nurturing emerging talent. It allows us to evaluate athletes’ progress in various areas—physically, technically, and mentally. We use this data to adapt our training strategies and ensure that we are preparing the next generation to represent Indonesia on the world stage effectively.
**Editor:** Yuni Kartika, the Chair of the organizing committee, highlighted the tournament as a preparation event for athletes. Can you expand on that?
**Iswoyo:** Absolutely. This tournament allows athletes to test their skills and gain experience under competitive conditions. It prepares them for higher-level competitions, ultimately helping them advance in their careers. Events like these are instrumental in building the confidence and capabilities of our athletes.
**Editor:** what is your vision for the future of badminton in Central Java and Indonesia as a whole?
**Iswoyo:** We aim to continue developing a robust pipeline of skilled players who can compete at international levels. By organizing more national tournaments and ensuring they are accessible, we hope to attract more young athletes. The goal is to see Indonesia excel globally in badminton while instilling a love for the sport among our youth.
**Editor:** Thank you, Iswoyo, for your insights. It’s great to hear about the enthusiasm and progress in Indonesian badminton!
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for providing this platform to share our achievements and aspirations!
