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FIFA launches Malaysia development projects to boost grassroots football

New FIFA Arena pitches, National Training Centre, and school initiatives mark major step in Malaysia’s grassroots and elite football development

From classroom dream to national pipeline: Star Hockey Academy powers Malaysia’s next generation of players

Founded by a teacher in 2015, Star Hockey Academy has grown into one of Malaysia’s most successful grassroots programmes, producing dozens of state and national athletes through disciplined coaching and community support

Minister must lead sports from the ground, not committees: Vaithilingam

Former sports administrator Datuk A. Vaithilingam has urged Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh to ditch the over-reliance on committees and take a more hands-on role in sports development

Seri Kota stun SSBJ to end unbeaten run in Under-14 league

Afiq’s second-half free-kick secures only second win of the season for Group B underdogs

NSYC2025 set to build on success as Negeri Sembilan fencing meet eyes bigger future

After a record turnout in 2025, organisers are planning a stronger return next year — with hopes of boosting tourism and expanding international participation

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

House arrests been granted before so don’t pull wool over our eyes: Shafee

Datuk Seri Najib Razak's lawyer points to precedent in Kenneth Lee's murder case, provisions in Prisons Act

PDRM FC clear wage arrears, eye strong finish to Super League campaign

After months of financial uncertainty, PDRM FC have settled six months of unpaid salaries, lifting morale within the squad as they look to regroup and end their Super League season on a positive note