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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How does the Governor’s Cup Championship influence the future of badminton in Central Java and Indonesia as a whole?
**Interview with Iswoyo, General Secretary of PBSI Central Java**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Iswoyo. Congratulations on the successful conclusion of the 2024 Governor’s Cup Championship. PB Djarum’s achievement of winning 16 gold medals is quite impressive. Can you share your thoughts on this success?
**Iswoyo:** Thank you! We’re incredibly proud of PB Djarum’s performance. Winning 16 out of 21 classes is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the athletes and their coaches. The community’s enthusiasm has played a significant role in this achievement as well.
**Editor:** The Governor’s Cup has attracted a significant number of participants and clubs. What do you think entices clubs from all over Indonesia to take part?
**Iswoyo:** The tournament offers valuable points that can help improve athletes’ rankings, which is crucial for their development. The reputation of the event, plus the chance to compete at a national level, really appeals to clubs looking to develop their young talents.
**Editor:** You mentioned the goal of athlete regeneration. How does a tournament like the Governor’s Cup contribute to that?
**Iswoyo:** Regularly held national tournaments like this one are essential for nurturing the future of badminton. They provide a platform for younger athletes to showcase their skills and gain experience in a competitive environment. This is not just about winning medals; it’s about fostering talent that can compete on the world stage.
**Editor:** Yuni Kartika, the Chair of the Organizing Committee, highlighted that over 1,000 athletes participated in this event. How do you feel about the level of competition this year?
**Iswoyo:** The level of competition was excellent! With 1,169 athletes from 207 clubs, we saw a diverse range of talent. This kind of environment enables us to evaluate the development of athletes and provide constructive feedback to coaches. It’s vital for refining their skills and strategies moving forward.
**Editor:** Lastly, what are the future prospects for athletes who performed well at this tournament?
**Iswoyo:** The Governor’s Cup is a stepping stone. Athletes not only get to compete but also earn points that can help them qualify for other prestigious tournaments, like the PBSI National Championship. We hope to see many of them rise through the ranks and represent Indonesia proudly in international competitions.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Iswoyo. It’s clear that events like the Governor’s Cup play a fundamental role in the development of badminton in Indonesia.
**Iswoyo:** Thank you for having me. It’s an exciting time for badminton here, and we look forward to nurturing more talent in the future!
