PSM Places High Hopes On Budget 2025
Seeking Government Funding for Sepak Takraw Development
Sepaktakraw Association of Malaysia (PSM) president, Datuk Mohd Sumali Reduan, is hopeful that Budget 2025 will provide a fresh boost to the development of sepak takraw in the country. He emphasized the importance of government funding to ensure that the traditional sport continues to grow and gain a place in the hearts of Malaysians, especially among the Malay community.
A Sepaktakraw Academy in the Pipeline
Datuk Mohd Sumali hopes that Budget 2025 will allocate funds for the setting up of a sepaktakraw academy, which he believes will yield results in two to three years. Without government assistance for the development and establishment of a national sepaktakraw academy, plans to further expand the sport, which is highly popular among Malays and at the grassroots level, would be hindered.
Stadium Construction on the Horizon
Meanwhile, Mohd Sumali also hopes that the construction of a sepaktakraw stadium will be given serious consideration in Budget 2025. He proposed a stadium with a moderate capacity, which could be named Stadium Sepaktakraw Malaysi.
National Squad’s Achievements to Be a Factor
Datuk Mohd Sumali hopes that the achievements of the national squad in major tournaments, including the World Cup, will be a factor in the government giving attention to sepaktakraw in Budget 2025. PSM successfully organized the 2024 Sepaktakraw World Cup at Stadium Titiwangsa, where Malaysia won two gold medals in the men’s regu and doubles events, and the tournament attracted an impressive number of spectators.
Budget 2025 to Be Tabled on October 18
Budget 2025 will be tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the Finance Minister, in the Dewan Rakyat on October 18.
Conclusion
PSM is hopeful that Budget 2025 will provide the necessary funding and support for the development of sepak takraw in the country. The association believes that government funding is crucial to ensure the sport’s continued growth and popularity, particularly among the Malay community.
FAQs
Q: What is sepak takraw?
A: Sepak takraw is a traditional Malaysian sport that combines elements of volleyball and soccer.
Q: What is PSM’s goal for Budget 2025?
A: PSM hopes to secure government funding for the development of sepak takraw, including the establishment of a national sepaktakraw academy and the construction of a sepaktakraw stadium.
Q: Why is government funding important for sepak takraw?
A: Government funding is crucial to ensure the sport’s continued growth and popularity, particularly among the Malay community. It will also help to further expand the sport at the grassroots level.