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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Multi-racial participation in basketball c’ships
Multi-racial participation in basketball c’shipsBy STUART MICHAEL metro@thestar.com.my Photos by FAIHAN GHANI and M. AZHAR ARIF Thurday September 15, 2011
BASKETBALL is now played by all races and no longer dominated by the Chinese only, says Ossia World of Golf executive director Saw Swee Leong.
Ossia World of Golf — the organisers of the AND1 Streetball Challenge — has played a major role in the transformation and promotiong of basketball at the grassroot level, making it a level playing field.
Swee Leong, a former Thomas Cupper, said that when the challenge started six years ago, there were more Chinese players taking part in competitions and playing the sport “but the scenario has now changed”.
Ossia World of Golf — the organisers of the AND1 Streetball Challenge — has played a major role in the transformation and promotiong of basketball at the grassroot level, making it a level playing field.
Swee Leong, a former Thomas Cupper, said that when the challenge started six years ago, there were more Chinese players taking part in competitions and playing the sport “but the scenario has now changed”.
“This is very good for the development of the sport as it is played now in every nook and corner in townships.
“Now it is not only played by various races but it is also popular in government schools.
“Today, I can see Africans, Indians, Malay girls and boys all having a go at basketball — playing in this tournament, taking part in the shooting competition or taking part in the ‘In Search of the Freestylists’ event,’’ said Swee Leong, who was at the recent grand final where 241 teams took part in the AND1 Streetball Challenge held in Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur last Sunday.
Also present was Star Publications Bhd chief events officer Iris Tan who gave away prizes to the winners.
Swee Leong said the recent challenge saw a busload of 50 Malay girls coming to take part in the event.
“I visited a public school in Putrajaya and the basketball court there is of good quality. This school has a Chinese basketball coach to train the students.
“This sport promotes unity among all races. In the past, parents used to drop off their children for our tournament.
“Today, parents could be seen at the sidelines watching the matches and talking to other parents about the sport. Interest in this sport has also grown among adults,’’ he said.
AND1 Streetball Challenge has grown by leaps and bounds as players are playing in two basketball competitions instead of one.
There are also games such as wall-climbing activities, In Search of Freestylist and shooting hoop competitions where participants and spectators can win attractive prizes including cellphones and a basketball.
Swee Leong said Ossia was looking to organise this event in other states to promote the sport.
“We are looking to hold a leg in Kelantan next year,’’ he said.
The grand final will have five categories — boys’ Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18, men’s Under-25 and girls’ Under-18.
The challenge is sanctioned by Malaysia Basketball Association (Maba).
The sponsors are Milo (official beverage); Star Metro (official media); One FM (official radio) and Berjaya Times Square (official venue sponsor) while Celcom Axiata is the co-sponsor.
RESULTS
Boys Under-14
Final: Survival bt Chilli Sauce 10-2
Third placing: WWL bt KCT 10-0
Under-16
Final: Survival A bt PC 2 16-9
Third placing: Survival B bt Thunder 18-8
Under-18
Final: Selangor Team bt The One 21-8
Third placing: G-Six 18 bt Teratai 20-0
Girls Under-18
Final; Ren You bt Survival Girls 2-1
Third-Fourth: Friendship bt CTC 2-0
Mens Under-25
Final: Mixtape LA bt Secret A 11-8
Third-Fourth: Batu Belah bt One Two Fight 13-10
Friday, September 2, 2011
Filipino coaches share basketball tips with junior cagers
Filipino coaches share basketball tips with junior cagers
By NG WEI LOON Friday September 2, 2011
weiloon@thestar.com.my Photos by AHMAD IZZRAFIQ ALIAS
By NG WEI LOON Friday September 2, 2011
weiloon@thestar.com.my Photos by AHMAD IZZRAFIQ ALIAS
THE Cempaka International School junior cagers were already in motion going through the warm-up session for almost an hour as they prepared to greet the special coaching crew at their school in Cheras recently.
Although they sweated it out under the watchful eyes of their coach Kan Kim Loon before their guests’ arrival from the local NBL Academy based in Klang, they did not show signs of fatigue in stepping up to tackle challenges in their workout.
In contrast, the group comprising more than 20 eager trainees raised the tempo in accepting the stimulating ways introduced by the academy’s head coach Toto Zamar and his assistant Nathaniel Salanga. The school captain Khong Dick Mun, said it was a great learning experience for them.
“It is always interesting to add different ideas in improving our game. We are very fortunate because we were offered a rare chance to pick up valuable pointers and understand the game better,” added the 17-year-old student, who has featured in the school team in district meets over the past three years.
Stressing a point: Coaches Toto Zamar (centre) and Nathaniel Salanga (right) showing the participants to get into the right position with steady stance.
The AND1 Streetball Challenge organisers requested for the duo from the Philippines to share the training methods in their bid to get the youngsters pumped up as they gear up for the three-on-three basketball grand finals scheduled at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 11.
Before they get into the thick of the action, Toto assured the youngsters that everyone will be engaging in various exciting drills designed to enhance their skills development.
For an energetic start, he did not pull back in encouraging and urging his charges to show more aggression in their defensive duties.
“It is easier to be charging forward in attack but it is tough to acquire the art of defending cleverly. In forcing a turnover, it is important to get into the right position with steady stance. They need to pressure and apply various tactics to gain possession of the ball,” said Toto, who also enlightened them with the formation in moving the ball around to execute the sequence of threatening passes.
Forcing the turnover: Toh Yan Shong (right) closing down on Tay Chee Sin in a defensive drill.
For the upcoming challenge sanctioned by Malaysia Basketball Association (Maba), the organisers are expecting a total of 200 teams to sign up in five separate categories including boys’ Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18; girls’ Under-18 and men’s Under-25.
Among the partners are Milo (official beverage), StarMetro (official Media), One FM (official radio), Berjaya Times Square (official venue sponsor) and Celcom Axiata (co-sponsor).
The registration fee is RM90 per team. Entry closes Sept 7.
Each player will receive an AND1 jersey and each team will be given an AND1 basketball.
The top four teams in each category will be rewarded with prizes for their feats.
For details, visit www.and1malaysia.blogspot.com
Although they sweated it out under the watchful eyes of their coach Kan Kim Loon before their guests’ arrival from the local NBL Academy based in Klang, they did not show signs of fatigue in stepping up to tackle challenges in their workout.
In contrast, the group comprising more than 20 eager trainees raised the tempo in accepting the stimulating ways introduced by the academy’s head coach Toto Zamar and his assistant Nathaniel Salanga. The school captain Khong Dick Mun, said it was a great learning experience for them.
“It is always interesting to add different ideas in improving our game. We are very fortunate because we were offered a rare chance to pick up valuable pointers and understand the game better,” added the 17-year-old student, who has featured in the school team in district meets over the past three years.
Stressing a point: Coaches Toto Zamar (centre) and Nathaniel Salanga (right) showing the participants to get into the right position with steady stance.
The AND1 Streetball Challenge organisers requested for the duo from the Philippines to share the training methods in their bid to get the youngsters pumped up as they gear up for the three-on-three basketball grand finals scheduled at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 11.
Before they get into the thick of the action, Toto assured the youngsters that everyone will be engaging in various exciting drills designed to enhance their skills development.
For an energetic start, he did not pull back in encouraging and urging his charges to show more aggression in their defensive duties.
“It is easier to be charging forward in attack but it is tough to acquire the art of defending cleverly. In forcing a turnover, it is important to get into the right position with steady stance. They need to pressure and apply various tactics to gain possession of the ball,” said Toto, who also enlightened them with the formation in moving the ball around to execute the sequence of threatening passes.
Forcing the turnover: Toh Yan Shong (right) closing down on Tay Chee Sin in a defensive drill.
For the upcoming challenge sanctioned by Malaysia Basketball Association (Maba), the organisers are expecting a total of 200 teams to sign up in five separate categories including boys’ Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18; girls’ Under-18 and men’s Under-25.
Among the partners are Milo (official beverage), StarMetro (official Media), One FM (official radio), Berjaya Times Square (official venue sponsor) and Celcom Axiata (co-sponsor).
The registration fee is RM90 per team. Entry closes Sept 7.
Each player will receive an AND1 jersey and each team will be given an AND1 basketball.
The top four teams in each category will be rewarded with prizes for their feats.
For details, visit www.and1malaysia.blogspot.com
Friday, August 26, 2011
Trainees show enthusiasm despite observing fast
Trainees show enthusiasm despite observing fast
By Y.P.SIVAM Friday August 26, 2011
metrospt@thestar.com.my Photo by AHMAD EZZRAFIQ
FORMER international Tan Kee Hian held an exciting training session for the basketball players at the Sekolah Seri Puteri in Cyberjaya recently.
Despite fasting, about 50 students from the school went through the two-hour training session with enthusiasm.
Kee Hian was impressed with the dedication showed by the students.
Together: The girls going through a drill.
“The girls certainly surprised me. They had warmed up and were waiting for the coaching clinic to start. As they were fasting, I also took a decision — not to drink any water until the training session was over.
“The girls had the basics. So it was quite easy for me to communicate with them,” said Kee Hian.
The coaching programme was initiated by Ossia World of Golf, in conjunction with the grand final of the AND1 Streetball Challenge at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 11.
The coaching session started with the fundamental drills, introduced by former national coach Bruce Wilson.
Kee Hian and his assistant Loh Sing Wei then went on to display the various techniques in basketball.
“In basketball, you must be good in both defence and attack. You must be able to stop your opponent from charging ahead. At the same time you must also have the skills to attack,” said Kee Hian to the students.
There was also a shooting skills practice for the students. Sekolah Seri Puteri basketball teacher Norazmi Mohd Azhari said they were thankful to Ossia World of Golf for initiating the programme.
“Basketball can be considered as a core sport in the school. The girls are active and had represented the school and district in age-group competitions,” said Norazmi.
The school also have a qualified coach in Kan Kim Loon. Under the guidance of Kim Loon, daily training sessions are held.
Sekolah Seri Puteri had also taken part in the High Schools Invitational basketball championships in Port Dickson.
“We had teams from Singapore and Indonesia and we managed to finish third. The girls are looking forward to the grand finals. We will be sending about 15 teams for the event.
“There will not be any players from Forms Three and Five as they will be sitting for their PMR and SPM examinations,” said Kim Loon.
Ossia World of Golf executive director Saw Swee Leong said they were expecting about 200 teams for the grand final.
“Due to logistic reasons we can accommodate more teams. We urge the teams to register early to avoid disappointment,” said Swee Leong.
The grand final will have five categories – boys Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18, men’s Under-25 and girls’ Under-18.
The challenge is sanctioned by Malaysia Basketball Association (Maba).
The sponsors are Milo (official beverage); Star Metro (official Media); One FM (official radio) and Berjaya Times Square (official venue sponsor) while Celcom Axiata is the co-sponsor.
The registration fee is RM90 per team. Each player will receive an AND1 jersey and each team will receive an AND1 basketball on the event day.
By Y.P.SIVAM Friday August 26, 2011
metrospt@thestar.com.my Photo by AHMAD EZZRAFIQ
FORMER international Tan Kee Hian held an exciting training session for the basketball players at the Sekolah Seri Puteri in Cyberjaya recently.
Despite fasting, about 50 students from the school went through the two-hour training session with enthusiasm.
Kee Hian was impressed with the dedication showed by the students.
Together: The girls going through a drill.
“The girls certainly surprised me. They had warmed up and were waiting for the coaching clinic to start. As they were fasting, I also took a decision — not to drink any water until the training session was over.
“The girls had the basics. So it was quite easy for me to communicate with them,” said Kee Hian.
The coaching programme was initiated by Ossia World of Golf, in conjunction with the grand final of the AND1 Streetball Challenge at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Sept 11.
The coaching session started with the fundamental drills, introduced by former national coach Bruce Wilson.
Kee Hian and his assistant Loh Sing Wei then went on to display the various techniques in basketball.
“In basketball, you must be good in both defence and attack. You must be able to stop your opponent from charging ahead. At the same time you must also have the skills to attack,” said Kee Hian to the students.
There was also a shooting skills practice for the students. Sekolah Seri Puteri basketball teacher Norazmi Mohd Azhari said they were thankful to Ossia World of Golf for initiating the programme.
“Basketball can be considered as a core sport in the school. The girls are active and had represented the school and district in age-group competitions,” said Norazmi.
The school also have a qualified coach in Kan Kim Loon. Under the guidance of Kim Loon, daily training sessions are held.
Sekolah Seri Puteri had also taken part in the High Schools Invitational basketball championships in Port Dickson.
“We had teams from Singapore and Indonesia and we managed to finish third. The girls are looking forward to the grand finals. We will be sending about 15 teams for the event.
“There will not be any players from Forms Three and Five as they will be sitting for their PMR and SPM examinations,” said Kim Loon.
Ossia World of Golf executive director Saw Swee Leong said they were expecting about 200 teams for the grand final.
“Due to logistic reasons we can accommodate more teams. We urge the teams to register early to avoid disappointment,” said Swee Leong.
The grand final will have five categories – boys Under-14, Under-16 and Under-18, men’s Under-25 and girls’ Under-18.
The challenge is sanctioned by Malaysia Basketball Association (Maba).
The sponsors are Milo (official beverage); Star Metro (official Media); One FM (official radio) and Berjaya Times Square (official venue sponsor) while Celcom Axiata is the co-sponsor.
The registration fee is RM90 per team. Each player will receive an AND1 jersey and each team will receive an AND1 basketball on the event day.
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Tuesday, April 12, 2011
250 teams take part in first leg of AND1 challenge Wednesday May 4, 2011
Keen competition: The introduction of the full court format this year has made the tournament more competitive.
In the past, he said, there was only one basket and half a court for both teams to play.
“Under the new format, the teams will attack the opponents’ goal and it requires the players to be more competitive and fitter since they have to do more running,’’ he said.
Due to the lack of space since the new format required a full court for every match, the number of courts was increased from four to five.
Saw was happy that the competition had attracted a good number of non-Chinese players.
He said this showed that AND1 had made a great impact among the students regardless of race.
“We are happy that we have been able to promote basketball among the youngsters through the streetball challenge,’’ he said.
Great show: The winners and sponsors posing for a group photo.
The challenge had four age-groups for boys — Under-13, Under-15, Under-18 and Under-21 — and one for the girls’ Under-18.
The champions are The Warriors (Under-13), DNA Fire (Under-15), Pearl A (Under-18) and GVK (Under-21). The girls’ Under-18 tie was won by Jen Yu.
The winners were presented with AND1 products including shoes and basketballs as part of their winning prizes.
The AND1 Streetball Challenge is sanctioned by the Malaysian Basketball Association (Maba). The sponsors are Milo (official beverage), StarMetro (official media) and One FM (official radio).
Following the challenge in Klang, it will be held at Sutera Mall, Johor (May 28); Summit USJ (July 3); Esplanade, Penang (July 24) and the Grand Finals in Times Square, Kuala Lumpur (Sept 11).
THE 6th AND1 Streetball Challenge held under the new format attracted a record participation of 250 teams.
The number of entries surpassed the organiser’s, Ossia World of Golf, expectation by almost double as they were expecting only 150 teams to take part in the challenge held at AEON (Jusco) Bukit Tinggi in Klang on Sunday.
Ossia World executive director Saw Swee Leong said the new two-baskets format was introduced for the first time.
Keen competition: The introduction of the full court format this year has made the tournament more competitive.
In the past, he said, there was only one basket and half a court for both teams to play.
“Under the new format, the teams will attack the opponents’ goal and it requires the players to be more competitive and fitter since they have to do more running,’’ he said.
Due to the lack of space since the new format required a full court for every match, the number of courts was increased from four to five.
Saw was happy that the competition had attracted a good number of non-Chinese players.
He said this showed that AND1 had made a great impact among the students regardless of race.
“We are happy that we have been able to promote basketball among the youngsters through the streetball challenge,’’ he said.
Great show: The winners and sponsors posing for a group photo.
The challenge had four age-groups for boys — Under-13, Under-15, Under-18 and Under-21 — and one for the girls’ Under-18.The champions are The Warriors (Under-13), DNA Fire (Under-15), Pearl A (Under-18) and GVK (Under-21). The girls’ Under-18 tie was won by Jen Yu.
The winners were presented with AND1 products including shoes and basketballs as part of their winning prizes.
The AND1 Streetball Challenge is sanctioned by the Malaysian Basketball Association (Maba). The sponsors are Milo (official beverage), StarMetro (official media) and One FM (official radio).
Following the challenge in Klang, it will be held at Sutera Mall, Johor (May 28); Summit USJ (July 3); Esplanade, Penang (July 24) and the Grand Finals in Times Square, Kuala Lumpur (Sept 11).
Thursday, January 13, 2011
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Wednesday, September 1, 2010
AND1 STREETBALL 3on3 Berjaya Times Square Kuala Lumpur 08/08/2010
Thrills and spills at streetball challengeTuesday August 10, 2010 By NG WEI LOON weiloon@thestar.com.my Photos by UU BAN
RUSSIAN student Andre Slepov bears an uncanny resemblance to the illustrious streetballer Grayson “The Professor’’ Boucher of the AND1 MixTape but he opted not to share the maestro’s limelight at this season’s AND1 Streetball Challenge grand finale at the Berjaya Times Square on Sunday.
For the past two years, the 20-year-old chemical engineering student at the Universiti Teknologi Petronas could easily mislead the three-on-three basketball event fans here into thinking of him as The Professor when both had similar short haircuts.
The Professor decided on a change in his hairstyle this year while Andre is sporting a longer version of the crew cut. After receiving the compliment that he looks like The Professor in the past, Andre felt that it would be awkward to allow the spectators to make the same mistake in perceiving him as The Professor when the real star is in town.
For the past two years, the 20-year-old chemical engineering student at the Universiti Teknologi Petronas could easily mislead the three-on-three basketball event fans here into thinking of him as The Professor when both had similar short haircuts.
The Professor decided on a change in his hairstyle this year while Andre is sporting a longer version of the crew cut. After receiving the compliment that he looks like The Professor in the past, Andre felt that it would be awkward to allow the spectators to make the same mistake in perceiving him as The Professor when the real star is in town.
Third time lucky: Law accomplished his dream to emerge as the top three performers in the freestyle contest“It was also an opportunity for me to display a different image and personality,” he added.
Andre, who admires the MixTape, said Volume Seven was the only visual missing from the 10 series of his MixTape collection.
“I have been watching The Professor’s moves and trying to imitate his slick tricks.
“As a key figure in the MixTape team, he has been inspiring streetballers around the world to create their own routines,” added Andre.
Although Andre did not get a chance to have a shot at becoming the top three freestylists of the season, he was excited with the rare treat to catch a top class act live and rub shoulders with The Professor.
Off the ground: Ahmed going for a slam dunk“I did not make it into the final of the freestyle contest because I missed the two earlier qualifying legs held in the Klang Valley,” he said.
In the In Search of Freestylists competition, previous winners Tan Soon Chern, Yap Tee Shen, Lam Wei Ken and Mohd Ismadi Hamidi also turned up to support the contenders.A total of 10 hopefuls from 13 qualifiers featured in the contest offering one-year basketball products sponsorship worth RM3,000 each to the top three performers. Rookie Wan Muhd Nazrin Wan Abdul Rahim from SMK Seksyen 11, Shah Alam was part of the winning trio in his first final while Scalia Anorea Nethanial of SMK Taman Maluri and factory worker Law Chin Hui from Johor needed two and three attempts respectively for their triumph.
The 19-year-old Chin Hui showed his commitment when he travelled all the way to secure his place in the final at the third leg at Bandar Bukit Tinggi in Klang.
“I am glad that I have finally accomplished my aim to be among the top three finishers.
“I had fun going up against Scalia in the one-on-one round. And both of us came through today,” he added.
And The Professor making his solo debut appearance at the challenge also took the chance to address the misconception regarding streetball and his venture in conducting ball-handling clinics starting from late last year.
“We need to correct the streetball’s bad reputation because it is considered as not the real basketball.
“It is a common error for aspiring streetballers to jump into performing the tricks after watching the visual on a certain move.
“They have to acquire sound fundamentals in basketball before moving on to perform the tricky deceptions.
“It is not enough just to ‘flash’ (show off) the predictable fancy moves. They will become more threatening when they combine the dazzling actions with the ability to go for the basket and score points,” said the 26-year-old Professor, who left Malaysia to join his MixTape Tour teammates in Japan yesterday.
Nigerian student Abdus Salam Muyibi was the sharp shooter of the day netting nine shots to emerge as the champion in the Best Shooter side event.
Former Nigerian junior cager Micheal Ogheneme also teamed up with his HELP University College countryman Ahmed Temitope to thrill the spectators with a series of gravity defying slam dunks.
Meanwhile, the organisers wrapped up the seventh edition of the challenge with a total of 320 sides joining the fray in the six categories.
The top three teams in each category were rewarded with basketball shoes and goodies.
The partners for the event sanctioned by the Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA) were Milo (official beverage); StarMetro (official media); FlyFM and OneFM (official radio stations); and Doublemint (official chewing gum).
RESULTSBOYS’
- Under-14
Semi-finals: Davidson 1 bt DNA Ice (5-4); Rapid bt The One Boys (9-4);
Third-Fourth: DNA Ice bt The One Boys (5-3)
Final: Davidson 1 bt Rapid (4-1)
- Under-16
Semi-finals: GVK 1 bt Survival A (7-3); Survival B bt S Sport (7-4)
Third-Fourth: Survival A bt S Sport
(3-2)
Final: GVK 1 bt Survival B (5-3)
- Under-18
Semi-finals: GVK 1 bt GVK 2 (4-3); GVK 4 bt Superman (1-0)
Third-Fourth: GVK 2 bt Superman
(3-1)
Final: GVK 4 bt GVK 1 (3-2)
GIRLS’
- Under-18
Semi-finals: Lucky 5 bt SCUD 1 (4-3); Lucky7 bt Black Forest (7-0)
Third-Fourth: SCUD1 bt Black Forest (2-0)
Final: Lucky 7 bt Lucky 5 (3-1)
MEN’S
- Under-23
Semi-finals: Black Wizard bt Infinity
(2-1); Water Fish bt The Big (6-3)
Third-Fourth: The Big bt Infinity (3-2)
Final: Water Fish bt Black Wizard (2-1)
- Open (non-Chinese Malaysian)
Semi-finals: Eastsider WR bt Akademix (5-2); Volcanic Warriors bt DDN (4-0)
Third-Fourth: DDN bt Akademix (2-1)
Final: Volcanic Warriors bt Eastsider WR (5-2)
Key cagers hog the limelight at streetball challenge
Tuesday August 17, 2010 By NG WEI LOON weiloon@thestar.com.my
THE key players from both teams in the boys’ Under-14 final shared the limelight at the AND1 Streetball Challenge grand finale at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur recently.
Although eventual champions Davidson came through in edging Rapid 4-1 for the top spot in the three-on-three basketball contest, former international Tan Kee Hian spotted a budding cager from each side as the recipients of StarMetro’s Promising Players.
The duo of Lai Yong Xin from Davidson and Rapid’s Foo Ting Jun impressed Kee Hian with their exceptional attributes in leading their side to finish as the winners and runners-up respectively.
Outstanding: Lai Yong Xin (centre) receiving the award from Star Publications (M) Bhd Marketing Services general manager Iris Tan (left). On the right is Davidson.“It was an easier decision to pick him (Yong Xin) because he was part of the victorious team. He stood out with his outstanding display in helping his side triumph in the encounter. He also showed good leadership quality in providing his side with the winning momentum,” said Kee Hian.
On the other hand, Ting Jun was voted for showing great effort in putting up a fight in the decisive match.
“He is not as skilful. But, he tried to turn things around. It was unfortunate that his team went down on that occasion,” Kee Hian added.
Both will be rewarded with a training stint under the tutelage of the Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA) coaching crew.
This season, the organisers Ossia World of Golf also identified two budding cagers aged 15 years and below from each of the four legs held earlier.
Not just flashing: The Professor (in green) staying in control as he pulls off a deceptive move. — filepic
Eight other emerging talents securing their places to join the training camp were Jacky Lim Chen Aik and Tan Zhi Hao (USJ Summit); Low Meng Lek and Lim Teng Sung (Danga Bay, Johor); Yong Fook Oon and Gan Teck Hwa (Bukit Tinggi, Klang); and Tan Rui Yong and Loo Lian Wei (Penang Times Square).
The company’s executive director, Saw Swee Leong, acknowledged that it was important to inject fresh excitement into the challenge after hosting the event for the seventh consecutive year.
“Previously, we named one player from each leg as the most promising player. It was depressing when only three of the five turned up for the four-day training with the national women’s team at the beginning of this year.
“We increased it to 10 players because it will be more fun for them to go through the paces as a team. We have not finalised the details of the training programme.
“But, they will definitely be embarking on a learning experience with Maba. For the challenge, we will be going back to the drawing board and review the concept of the event.
“We need a change to keep it interesting,” Swee Leong said.
After a long wait, the organisers delivered their promise as the local streetball followers savoured the rare opportunity to catch their idol Grayson “’The Professor” Boucher of the AND1 MixTape in action at the recent grand finale.
The official partners for the event sanctioned by Maba were Milo (beverage); StarMetro (media); FlyFM and OneFM (radio stations); and Doublemint (chewing gum)
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
WCT LAND OPEN RUN-Fans happy to meet their idol
Fans happy to meet their idol By NG WEI LOON weiloon@thestar.com.my
THE show homes were definitively an attraction for prospective buyers at the newly developed neighbourhood of Bandar Park-lands (Bandar Bukit Tinggi 3) in Klang.
But, the setting took an enlivening twist with renowned streetballer Grayson “The Professor’’ Boucher from the AND1 MixTape stable showing up at the People’s Park outdoor basketball court on Saturday.
Following an easier stint signing autographs and posing for photos with his fans at the Hoops Arena Indoor Basketball Court in Summit USJ a day earlier, the 26-year-old icon made his first appearance in displaying his exceptional skills to the spectators including the community around the area.
THE show homes were definitively an attraction for prospective buyers at the newly developed neighbourhood of Bandar Park-lands (Bandar Bukit Tinggi 3) in Klang.
But, the setting took an enlivening twist with renowned streetballer Grayson “The Professor’’ Boucher from the AND1 MixTape stable showing up at the People’s Park outdoor basketball court on Saturday.
Following an easier stint signing autographs and posing for photos with his fans at the Hoops Arena Indoor Basketball Court in Summit USJ a day earlier, the 26-year-old icon made his first appearance in displaying his exceptional skills to the spectators including the community around the area.
Stay away: The Professor (left) shielding the ball from previous In Search of Freestylists winner Tan (centre) while Low looks on.
The hosts WCT Land also took the extra effort in ushering their visitors to the event with buntings lined up along the Kesas Highway leading up to the venue.
In showing his appreciation to the staunch backing in lining up the exclusive programme as part of his debut appearance in Malaysia, The Professor also handed over a half pair of his collectors’ shoe to the property developer’s sales and marketing manager Stewart Tew.
A total of 80 youngsters signed up for the open run and they were vying to earn the 10 slots for the exhibition match featuring The Professor.
The Professor considered three elements — effort, entertainment and skills — in picking the 10 deserving players.
The tiny figure, who stands at standing at only 1.78m, admitted it was a tough call to select the hopefuls for a rare opportunity to be in the friendly encounter.
“It was great seeing them showing so much interest. And it is always hard to turn them away when they tried their best to be in the line-up,” he added.
Three competent local men’s cagers from the recently concluded National Basketball League (NBL) were invited to join the occasion. The trio were Tan Kian Hoong, Ooi Ban Sin and Low Ee Kheng.
Previous winners of the In Search of Freestylists including Tan Soon Chern, Yap Tee Shen and Ismadi Hamidi were also in the fray.
And this season’s In Search of Freestylists finalist Tan Choon Sing was in his element as the 12-year-old earned a place in the Orange team against The Professor’s Blue Team.
Monday, August 16, 2010
"THE PROFESSOR" Malaysia Tour Program
Streetball fans in for a treatFriday May 28, 2010 By NG WEI LOON weiloon@thestar.com.my Photo by K.K. SHAM
THE wait is over for the local streetball followers to catch a top class act in Malaysia.
After arousing the desire of the basketball fans over the years, the organisers of the AND1 Streetball Challenge have finally fulfilled their promise and granted their supporters’ dream in the seventh edition of the outdoor three-on-three basketball campaign.
Although it might not be the complete cast of the high profile AND1 MixTape Tour, the stylish Grayson “The Professor” Boucher has confirmed that he will be visiting Malaysia from Aug 5 to 8.
In a recorded visual of the illustrious figure accepting the offer to make a solo special appearance, The Professor said he was excited to represent the basketball brand and present his fans here with a memorable experience.
“For the past two years, I have heard a lot about the big streetball event in Malaysia. It will be great to be part of it,” he added.
Fulfilling a dream: Tew (left) presenting their commitment as the event’s partner to Ong.
And this season’s final leg at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 8 will definitely end with a bang.
Besides having the rare opportunity to witness The Professor combining his exceptional ball-handling skills and clever moves, the streetball fans will also get a chance to take on the maestro. On the eve of the grand finals (Aug 7), the organisers are expecting on overwhelming turnout with the fans converging at the People’s Park in Bandar Parklands (Bandar Bukit Tinggi 3), Klang for the open run featuring The Professor.
Ossia World of Golf executive director Saw Swee Leong said they would be creating an identical MixTape court set up for the open run for about 300 participants to join in the occasion.
“We are offering players from the first 20 teams signing up in each of the challenge’s five legs with the special invitation to rub shoulders with The Professor. We have already identified the early birds from previous two legs,” added Swee Leong.
After Klang the challenge will head to the Penang Times Square on July 7.
Yesterday, the challenge’s staunch backer WCT Land Sdn Bhd stepped forward again in turning the challenge’s long-awaited dream into a reality.The property developer’s sales and marketing manager Stewart Tew presented their commitment as the event’s partner to Ossia World of Golf divisional manager Ong Sai Ping.
Tew said they were delighted to continue their association with the successful streetball challenge as they strive to contribute to the development of sports.
“The Professor’s presence will generate greater interest and elevate the profile of the streetball to another level.
“It is going to be a fun and entertaining outing for the spectators,” he added.
After arousing the desire of the basketball fans over the years, the organisers of the AND1 Streetball Challenge have finally fulfilled their promise and granted their supporters’ dream in the seventh edition of the outdoor three-on-three basketball campaign.
Although it might not be the complete cast of the high profile AND1 MixTape Tour, the stylish Grayson “The Professor” Boucher has confirmed that he will be visiting Malaysia from Aug 5 to 8.
In a recorded visual of the illustrious figure accepting the offer to make a solo special appearance, The Professor said he was excited to represent the basketball brand and present his fans here with a memorable experience.
“For the past two years, I have heard a lot about the big streetball event in Malaysia. It will be great to be part of it,” he added.
Fulfilling a dream: Tew (left) presenting their commitment as the event’s partner to Ong.And this season’s final leg at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 8 will definitely end with a bang.
Besides having the rare opportunity to witness The Professor combining his exceptional ball-handling skills and clever moves, the streetball fans will also get a chance to take on the maestro. On the eve of the grand finals (Aug 7), the organisers are expecting on overwhelming turnout with the fans converging at the People’s Park in Bandar Parklands (Bandar Bukit Tinggi 3), Klang for the open run featuring The Professor.
Ossia World of Golf executive director Saw Swee Leong said they would be creating an identical MixTape court set up for the open run for about 300 participants to join in the occasion.
“We are offering players from the first 20 teams signing up in each of the challenge’s five legs with the special invitation to rub shoulders with The Professor. We have already identified the early birds from previous two legs,” added Swee Leong.
After Klang the challenge will head to the Penang Times Square on July 7.
Yesterday, the challenge’s staunch backer WCT Land Sdn Bhd stepped forward again in turning the challenge’s long-awaited dream into a reality.The property developer’s sales and marketing manager Stewart Tew presented their commitment as the event’s partner to Ossia World of Golf divisional manager Ong Sai Ping.
Tew said they were delighted to continue their association with the successful streetball challenge as they strive to contribute to the development of sports.
“The Professor’s presence will generate greater interest and elevate the profile of the streetball to another level.
“It is going to be a fun and entertaining outing for the spectators,” he added.
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Vast potential in freestyling with a basketball
Friday July 23, 2010 By CHRISTINA LOW Photos by SIA HONG KIAU
WHETHER it is rapping, dancing or even performing tricks with a basketball in hand, freestyling is a definite attention grabber.
At one look, freestyling certainly looks easy as most of these moves are self composed and you need not have to be a good basketball player to excel in it.
However, getting the tricks right and having the patience for it might deter many from being part of this exciting sport said executive director of Ossia World of Golf Saw Swee Leong when met at the recent freestyling clinic at Hoops Arena in Summit USJ.
At one look, freestyling certainly looks easy as most of these moves are self composed and you need not have to be a good basketball player to excel in it.
However, getting the tricks right and having the patience for it might deter many from being part of this exciting sport said executive director of Ossia World of Golf Saw Swee Leong when met at the recent freestyling clinic at Hoops Arena in Summit USJ.
Spinning around: Mohd Razin spinning two basketballs using one finger.“After years of organising basketball competitions, we saw there is a potential in freestyling but the youngsters who are interested in it are afraid and shy to come forward to show off their skills.
“Maybe they feel that they only know a handful of tricks and it will embarrass them if they are not as good as the rest,” said Saw.
Hence, it prompted Ossia World of Golf who are organisers of the AND1 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge to help these youngsters pursue their dream by introducing the Freestylist Competition.Hence, it prompted Ossia World of Golf who are organisers of the AND1 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge to help these youngsters pursue their dream by introducing the Freestylist Competition.
“With freestyling, these youngsters are able to not only show off their hidden talents but also express themselves with the moves and tricks they have created,” said Saw.
At the clinic, freestyling guru Mohd Ismail Mahidi taught participants several tricks together with last year’s winners Viktor Zeidler and Yap Tee Shen.
Many participants who were present, came with some basketball freestyling knowledge and were eager to share it with others.
For 16-year-old Suhaily Azmin, freestyling was not a new sport for him as he had previously participated in football freestyling but moved on to basketball recently as he wanted to try out something new.
“It’s easy for me because I don’t need to be good in football or basketball to do freestyling,” said the SMK Taman Desa student.
Watch and learn: Participants of the coaching clinic watching how Mohd Ismadi (second from right)performs a trick.
Another enthusiast Mohd Razin Safwan Roshdi, 18, who has been freestyling for over two years, said he made it a point to attend the clinics, so that he could brush up his skills with other freestylers and pick up some new tricks.
“Freestyling needs a lot of practice and sometimes it takes a few weeks just to learn a new act that I have seen on YouTube.
“Attending coaching clinics can help in perfecting some of the tricks and also make new friends,” said Mohd Razin, who is one of the 13 finalists shortlisted in the Freestyling Competition this year.
Besides hosting coaching clinics prior to the finals, Saw said participants as well as the public would also be able to catch Grayson Boucher or better known as “The Professor” from the team Streetball And1 Mixtape Tour.
The 26-year-old American basketball player will be in the country for the first time to share his experience on the game.
He will be meeting his fans at Hoops Arena, Summit USJ on Aug 6 (4pm), Bandar Parklands, Klang Aug 7 (5pm) and at Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur on Aug 8 for the final leg of the AND1 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge where the finals of the Freestyling Competition would also be held.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
AND1STREETBALL 3on3 Penang Times Square 11 JULY 2010
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3-on-3 cagers show dazzling moves during challengeTuesday July 13, 2010By TAN SIN CHOW sctan@thestar.com.my Photos by CHIN CHENG YEANG
THE blaring music certainly had the 600 streetballers all pumped up during the AND1 3-on-3 Streetball Challenge at the Penang Times Square in Penang on Sunday.The shopping mall came alive with the dazzling streetballers’ basketball display and creative movements which saw many staring in disbelief at times during the one-day competition.
Cheers and claps by parents and friends standing by the sidelines also got the participants’ confidence growing from strength to strength as they tried to outdo each other for glory in five categories — Boys’ Under-13, Under-15, Under-18, Men’s Under-23 and Girls’ Under-18.
A drizzle towards the end of the competition resulted in the players adopting cautious approach in their moves.
Luckily, the rain did not last long when it came to the finals as players came to the court with renewed confidence, knowing they were just one win away from emerging triumphant.
One of the highlights was the Men’s Under-23 final which saw a keenly contested final between teams ‘A Zone Brother’ and ‘Washinoobka’ before the former prevailed at 7-6.
It also saw the battle of impressive players from both sides who strutted out delicate movement in the ding-dong battle that saw both teams neck-to-neck in points.
Luckily, the rain did not last long when it came to the finals as players came to the court with renewed confidence, knowing they were just one win away from emerging triumphant.
One of the highlights was the Men’s Under-23 final which saw a keenly contested final between teams ‘A Zone Brother’ and ‘Washinoobka’ before the former prevailed at 7-6.
It also saw the battle of impressive players from both sides who strutted out delicate movement in the ding-dong battle that saw both teams neck-to-neck in points.
Team A Zone Brother’s talismanic player Kau Tong Fatt, 23, said it was worthwhile for them to travel all the way from the mainland to compete in the competition.
“We sacrificed our sleep on a Sunday morning but in the end it was worth it as we emerged as the champion. It feels great!
“But more importantly, we got to play with other teams and learn new things,” he said.
The event, which is into its seventh year, was organised by Ossia World of Golf, the distributors of AND1 brand in Malaysia.
“We sacrificed our sleep on a Sunday morning but in the end it was worth it as we emerged as the champion. It feels great!
“But more importantly, we got to play with other teams and learn new things,” he said.
The event, which is into its seventh year, was organised by Ossia World of Golf, the distributors of AND1 brand in Malaysia.
Master at work: Freestylist guru Mohd Ismadi delighting the crowd with his skills with the basketball.Freestylist guru Mohd Ismadi Hamidi was also present and delighted the crowd with his basketball skills during the Freestylist Competition.
Three players — Lee Chee Seng, 14, Ben Ooi, 16, and Loh Wei Hong, 16, — outshone six others in the Freestylist Competition.
They would come up against the nation’s top performers in the grand finals next month.
Two players — Tan Rui Yong, 13, and Loo Lian Wei, 15, — were selected as StarMetro’s Most Promising Players of the challenge.
The duo, who looked impressive throughout the competition, will get the chance to train with the national junior squad at the Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA).
State Youth, Sports, Women, Family and Community Development committee chairman Lydia Ong Kok Fooi also gave words of encouragement to the players before the start of the competition.
The five-leg challenge is sanctioned by MABA. Milo is the official beverage, StarMetro the official media, FlyFM and OneFM the official radio and Doublemint the official chewing gum.
The first three legs of this year’s challenge were held at Summit USJ, Selangor, Danga Bay, Johor, and Klang respectively prior to the fourth leg in Penang here.
The grand finals or the final leg will be held at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 8.
Three players — Lee Chee Seng, 14, Ben Ooi, 16, and Loh Wei Hong, 16, — outshone six others in the Freestylist Competition.
They would come up against the nation’s top performers in the grand finals next month.
Two players — Tan Rui Yong, 13, and Loo Lian Wei, 15, — were selected as StarMetro’s Most Promising Players of the challenge.
The duo, who looked impressive throughout the competition, will get the chance to train with the national junior squad at the Malaysia Basketball Association (MABA).
State Youth, Sports, Women, Family and Community Development committee chairman Lydia Ong Kok Fooi also gave words of encouragement to the players before the start of the competition.
The five-leg challenge is sanctioned by MABA. Milo is the official beverage, StarMetro the official media, FlyFM and OneFM the official radio and Doublemint the official chewing gum.
The first three legs of this year’s challenge were held at Summit USJ, Selangor, Danga Bay, Johor, and Klang respectively prior to the fourth leg in Penang here.
The grand finals or the final leg will be held at the Berjaya Times Square in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 8.
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