Concerns Over Concert Bookings at Bukit Jalil National Hockey Stadium

Malaysian Hockey Confederation Expresses Concerns

The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) has expressed concern over plans to host 26 concerts at the Bukit Jalil National Hockey Stadium next year, citing potential disruptions to the national team’s preparations. MHC deputy president Ahmad Najmi Abdul Razak said the frequency of these events could interfere with the training schedule set by the team’s coach.

Impact on National Team’s Activities

Ahmad Najmi hopes the Malaysia Stadium Corporation (PSM), the stadium’s managing body, will consider the impact on the national team’s activities. “We’ve discussed this with PSM. If it’s true (that 26 concerts will be held), it means the stadium would be closed for half the year,” he said. “The hockey field is a key facility for the national team, we’ve yet to receive official confirmation about the 26 concerts,” he told reporters after the MHC’s 70th annual general meeting today.

Youth and Sports Minister’s Announcement

Last month, youth and sports minister Hannah Yeoh told the Dewan Rakyat the stadium received 26 concert bookings for 2025. The announcement has raised concerns among the hockey community, with Ahmad Najmi calling for cooperation and mutual understanding among the parties involved to ensure the national team’s training sessions are not compromised.

Request for Official Confirmation

Ahmad Najmi also requested for official confirmation about the concert bookings. “We’ve yet to receive official confirmation about the 26 concerts,” he said. He hopes that PSM will provide details on the concert dates and schedules to ensure that the national team’s training sessions are not affected.

Conclusion

The MHC’s concerns over the concert bookings at the Bukit Jalil National Hockey Stadium highlight the importance of considering the impact of events on the national team’s activities. It is essential for all parties involved to work together to ensure that the national team’s training sessions are not compromised. The MHC hopes that PSM will provide official confirmation about the concert bookings and work together to find a solution that benefits all parties.

FAQs

Q: How many concerts have been booked at the Bukit Jalil National Hockey Stadium for 2025?
A: According to youth and sports minister Hannah Yeoh, 26 concerts have been booked at the stadium for 2025.

Q: Will the concerts affect the national team’s training sessions?
A: MHC deputy president Ahmad Najmi expressed concerns that the frequency of the concerts could interfere with the national team’s training schedule.

Q: Has the MHC received official confirmation about the concert bookings?
A: No, the MHC has yet to receive official confirmation about the 26 concerts.