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Malaysian sport has a major trust problem, with too many controversies now surrounding national sports bodies. Fans see power struggles, weak accountability, poor transparency and decisions made behind closed doors. Confidence in the system keeps falling.

KUALA LUMPUR: Prominent lawyer and sports administrator Datuk Seri Dr Jahaberdeen Mohamed Yunoos (image), has been appointed by Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari to chair the ad hoc committee overseeing the Malaysia Pickleball Association (MPA).

During the International Technical Officials (ITO) and Referees session ahead of the TM ISTAF Sepaktakraw World Cup 2026, veteran technical expert Cikgu Suhaimi Sun Abdullah presented a comprehensive briefing on the new Standing Rules and Code of Conduct governing all International Technical Officers (ITOs) and referees under International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) and Asian Sepaktakraw Federation (ASTAF).

KUALA LUMPUR: It was a room full of champions, yet a quiet voice spoke out not to laud them, but to give a gentle reminder: “Don’t forget about the kids.” Suhaimi Sun Abdullah, former principal of Bandar Penawar Sports School (now known as Sekolah Sukan Tunku Mahkota Ismail)

Malaysia’s athletics system is nearing a breaking point. Continuing with the status quo is no longer an option. What we are seeing today is not just administrative weakness. It is a systemic failure, one that risks costing our athletes their future. The core issue is leadership. For too long, athletics governance has been shaped by politics, personal interests and individuals without real high-performance experience. When leadership is disconnected from elite sport, the syste

Majlis Pelancaran Akademi Sepaktakraw Malaysia. On April 14, 2026, our team had the opportunity to attend the official inauguration of the Malaysia Sepaktakraw Academy Complex in Kampung Bharu. The energy at the event was electric as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim joined industry leaders to celebrate this massive milestone for our national sport. The Tour We were honored to be taken around the new facilities, and we learned so much about the future of this sport. Thi

Group photo of the organizer, sponsors, and strategic partners. On Saturday, April 4, 2026, the heart of Kuala Lumpur was buzzing with energy as the Santai Anak Utara (SAU) 14.0 Pre-Launch took over the Bunga Raya Hall at WP Hotel. The Sport Spark team was on the ground to witness this "initial burst" of innovation, and we can tell you that the energy was amazing! This event served as the official platform to reveal a more dynamic and organized direction for the 14th edition

Congratulations, Team Malaysia! The Malaysian Sepak Takraw team has made the nation proud by clinching the gold medal in the Quadrant event at the ASTAF Sepaktakraw Asian Cup 2025, held at Titiwangsa Stadium in Kuala Lumpur. In an exciting and thrilling final, Malaysia defeated Japan 2-0, displaying amazing teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship. Tournament Highlight. The Malaysian squad delivered a stellar performance, controlling the match from start to finish, securing the top

The ASTAF Sepaktakraw Asian Cup 2025 is set to ingite Kuala Lumpur from May 10 to May 18, 2025, at Titiwangsa Indoor Stadium. This...

Yesterday was the grand opening ceremony of the ASTAF Sepaktakraw Asian Cup Kuala Lumpur 2025 took place at the Tamu Hotel & Suites,...

On April 14, 2025, the Majlis Pelancaran Program Pembangunan Sepak Takraw Negara (NSTDP) was officially launched at Dewan Tun Hussein...