National-Level Aerobic Dance Competition: Perak Emerges Victorious
Adult Category
In a thrilling competition, Perak emerged victorious in the adult category (18 years and above) at the National-Level Aerobic Dance Competition, held at Datum Jelatek Shopping Centre in Ampang here today. The students of Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Seri Iskandar, stole the show with their energetic performance, collecting 12.2 points for victory.
Perak Coach’s Strategy
Perak coach Aminuddin Razif Arman, 20, attributed the team’s success to a combination of steely determination and creativity. "After the 2024 Higher Education Institution Games (SUKIPT) ended in September, we found new energy to continue our aerobic dance and we fielded the same lineup of dancers from SUKIPT," he said. The team, under the auspices of Kelab Interbeatz, wore yellow, black, and white attire, representing the Perak flag.
Johor Wins Teenage Category
Meanwhile, Johor scored 12.6 points to clinch the teenage category (Under-17) ahead of Pahang (11.9 points) and Melaka (11.8 points).
Competition Details
The competition, organised through the Ministry of Youth and Sports by the State Youth and Sports Department (JBSN), offered a total of RM24,000 in prize money. The adult category winners took home RM4,000, while runners-up received RM3,500, third-placed teams received RM3,000, and fourth-placed teams received RM2,500. Teenage category winners pocketed RM3,500, runners-up received RM3,000, third-placed teams received RM2,500, and fourth-placed teams received RM2,000.
Attendance
Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh, Youth and Sports Ministry secretary-general K. Nagulendran, and JBSN director-general Azura Abidin were present at the competition.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Perak’s victory in the adult category at the National-Level Aerobic Dance Competition is a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication. The competition showcased the talent and skills of young dancers from across the country, and we look forward to seeing more exciting performances in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the score of Perak in the adult category?
A: Perak scored 12.2 points to emerge victorious in the adult category.
Q: Who were the winners of the teenage category?
A: Johor won the teenage category with 12.6 points, followed by Pahang and Melaka.
Q: What was the total prize money offered in the competition?
A: The competition offered a total of RM24,000 in prize money.