National Sepak Takraw Squad Announced for 2025 Podium Programme
The National Sports Council (NSC) has approved a total of 32 sepak takraw players for the 2025 Podium Programme, in preparation for several important tournaments and games for the next two years. The Malaysian Sepaktakraw Association (PSM) secretary-general, Datuk Abidullah Salleh, announced that all 21 male and 12 female players will report to NSC on January 2.
Selection Process
The selection and monitoring session was carried out by the national squad coaching staff based on the current performance of the players during the 2024 Khir Johari Gold Cup Tournament, Sepak Takraw League (STL) and 2024 Tun Ali Cup for the men’s team. The women’s squad was selected during the Sarawak Malaysia Games (SUKMA), the 2024 Tun Ali Cup and the selection session from December 9-13 at NSC Bukit Jalil.
Challenges Ahead
Among the challenges that will be faced by the national teams are the Thailand SEA Games next December, the 2025 Asian Cup, the 2025 Thai King’s Cup Sepaktakraw Championship, and the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan.
Team Composition
Based on the list released by PSM, the men’s squad is lined up by seven ‘tekong’ including Mohammad Syahir Mohd Rosdi, eight feeders, and six ‘killers’, while the women’s squad comprises four ‘tekong’, four feeders, and four ‘killers’.
Medal Hopes
A total of 10 gold medals will be up for grabs in the sepak takraw arena (including chinlone) at the 2025 SEA Games, while eight gold medals will be at stake at the 2026 Asian Games.
Conclusion
The selection of the national sepak takraw squad is a crucial step in preparing the team for the upcoming tournaments and games. With a strong lineup of players, the team is expected to perform well and bring home medals for the country.
FAQs
Q: How many players were selected for the national sepak takraw squad?
A: A total of 32 players, including 21 males and 12 females, were selected for the national sepak takraw squad.
Q: What is the selection process for the national sepak takraw squad?
A: The selection process is based on the current performance of the players during various tournaments and games.
Q: What are the challenges faced by the national sepak takraw team?
A: The national sepak takraw team will face challenges such as the Thailand SEA Games, the 2025 Asian Cup, the 2025 Thai King’s Cup Sepaktakraw Championship, and the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan.
Q: How many gold medals are up for grabs in the sepak takraw arena at the 2025 SEA Games?
A: A total of 10 gold medals will be up for grabs in the sepak takraw arena (including chinlone) at the 2025 SEA Games.