The Importance of Continuity in the New Leadership of FAM
Kuala Lumpur, December 7 (Bernama) – Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh emphasized the significance of continuity and effectiveness in the new leadership of the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM), following Tan Sri Hamidin Mohd Amin’s decision not to defend his presidency.
Change is Normal, but Planning is Key
"In the world of sports, change is a normal thing, but I need to have continuity, which means that the old leadership leaves, the new leadership must have sustainability," Hannah said during the launch of the Datuk Chu Ah Nge International Junior Football Championship at the Royal Selangor Club-Kiara Sports Annexe.
She underscored the importance of ensuring that the transition is planned in a way that does not disrupt existing plans. "So I don’t want any plans to be disrupted," she added.
Expectations from the New Leadership
Hannah expressed hope that the new leadership will continue to prioritize making positive changes and maintaining good performance to improve the quality of national football. "Because the government’s support announced by the prime minister is to see Harimau Malaya increasingly improve. So the change is okay, we just have to make sure that the change will bring good results," she said.
Respect for Hamidin’s Decision
Hannah acknowledged that Hamidin has not had a meeting with her as planned, but she respected his decision, believing that he had his own reasons for not contesting again. "He made the decision because he wanted to make way for a new leader to push FAM to a higher level," she noted.
Support for International Youth Football Championship
Hannah praised the organization of the 18th Datuk Chu Ah Nge International Youth Football Championship, which brought together 120 teams from overseas, including Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, and the Maldives. "Every time I come to a tournament here, there are more than 1,000 participants, so it’s very organic. For a club-level competition, children are exposed to international action, this is a good thing. I want to see how KBS (Ministry of Youth and Sports) can support efforts like this," she said.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Hannah’s comments underscore the importance of continuity and effectiveness in the new leadership of FAM, as well as the need to respect the decisions of those who have served in the past. The new leadership must prioritize making positive changes and maintaining good performance to improve the quality of national football.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the significance of continuity in the new leadership of FAM?
A: Continuity is essential to ensure that the transition is planned in a way that does not disrupt existing plans.
Q: Why did Hamidin decide not to defend his presidency?
A: Hamidin made the decision to make way for a new leader to push FAM to a higher level.
Q: What is the goal of the new leadership in terms of improving the quality of national football?
A: The goal is to make positive changes and maintain good performance to improve the quality of national football.