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We certainly have a chance (to qualify). Jakarta (ANTARA) – Six Indonesian surfing athletes are participating in the International Surfing Association (ISA) World Surfing Games (WSG) 2023, one of the qualifying events for the 2024 Paris Olympics.The surfers are Rio Waida, Hairil Anwar, I Ketut Agus, Lidia Kato, Taina Angel, and Kailani Johnson. The tournament is taking place in El Salvador from May 31 to June 7, 2023. Head coach of the Indonesian surfing national team, Arya Subyakto, told ANTARA on Wednesday that only the best male and female athletes participating in the WSG from each continent — Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania — will qualify for the Olympics. Thus, Indonesian athletes will need to rank higher compared to participants from other Asian countries, namely Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, India, Maldives, Iran, China, and Afghanistan, he said. “(The athletes from) Japan and the Philippines are tough opponents,” he added. However, although athletes will be selected for the Olympics from the best surfers from each continent, the WSG will use a heat scheme to allow all athletes to compete with each other regardless of their continent of origin. “Thus, to have the highest ranks (among Asian athletes), Indonesian surfers still have to compete against other participants from all over the world since the early rounds,” the coach stated. ccording to the official website of ISA WSG 2023, a total of 164 male surfers from 60 countries will participate in 48 heats of 34 participants in Round 1 of the tournament. In addition, 130 female athletes from 52 countries will compete in 36 heats of 34 surfers in Round 1 of the WSG. “We certainly have a chance (to qualify),” Subyakto remarked. He said he hoped the weather and wave conditions, such as wind speed and wave height, would support Indonesian athletes to make the best achievements at the competition. In the previous edition of the WSG, which took place on Huntington Beach, California, the United States, in September 2022, Indonesian surfer Waida bagged a silver medal. The 2023 ISA World Surfing Games were inaugurated by the president of the ISA, Fernando Aguerre, in Surf City, El Salvador, on Tuesday (May 30, 2023).

Source: Antara News Agency

United States, May 31 – Prometheus climbed from No. 97 in the world to No. 65 in the world after winning the Bank of Hope LPGA Match Play.

The LPGA Tour announced the latest women’s world golf rankings yesterday. Pajree Anannarukarn moved up from No. 97 in the world to No. 65 after winning the Bank of Hope golf championship. LPGA Match Play in Nevada, USA While other Thai women’s golf pros who are in the top 100 in the world include “Pro Jean” Atthaya Thitikul, still ranked 6th in the world, “Pro Meow” Papangkorn Tawatchanakit, 68th hand in the world, “Pro Sim” Natthakritta Wongthaweelap, 80th hand in the world, “Pro Mae” Ariya Jutanugarn, 83rd hand in the world, “Promo” Moriya Jutanugarn, 89th hand in the world, while The number 1 hand in the world is still Ko Jin-Yong, a young pro from South Korea.- Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

Pro baseball player Lee Young-ha was acquitted Wednesday of charges of violence against a junior teammate during his high school baseball days.

Lee, 25, a pitcher of the Doosan Bears, was indicted without detention last year over allegations that he had beaten a teammate while attending Sunrin Internet High School in Seoul.

Judge Chung Geum-young of the Seoul Western District Court found Lee not guilty, citing a lack of evidence to support the charges.

The judge determined that the alleged victim’s statement contradicted objective evidence and the testimonies of other teammates.

Lee was charged with assault along with Kim Dae-hyun, a pitcher for the LG Twins. Kim has been acquitted by a military court.

The ex-teammate claimed in February 2021 that Lee and Kim had physically assaulted younger players at the school and that he had skipped some practices due to their abuse.

Both players have denied those charges. Lee acknowledged he occasionally addressed the entire team to maintain discipline but denied singling out a particular player for abuse.

Following his indictment, Lee was removed from the Bears’ active roster last August, and he has not even participated in the minor league since.

Source: Yonhap News Agency

The Prime Minister set up a guard to answer the movement on the edge of the Leicester City football field. “General Prawit” smiles in a good mood.

General Prayut Chan-ocha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Refused to answer questions from the media. Have watched the action on the field in the final Premier League football match of the season. At the Leicester City Club, England, with Mr. Srettha Thawisin, a candidate for Prime Minister Pheu Thai and Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjai Thai Party or not, with a gesture of raising a card with two hands cross It’s like signaling not to speak.

Reporters reported that position of the card Gen. Prayuth made it from before the cabinet meeting, Gen. December Thipayachan, President of the World Muay Thai Alliance Association and President of the Muay Thai Sports Association Lertrit. Lead a group of children and youth who practice arts and culture and exercise with Muay Thai. Meet the Prime Minister To publicize the demonstration of creating value-added arts and culture with Muay Thai.

while General Prawit Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister Traveling with a smiling face Did not answer questions asked by reporters if they had watched Leicester City Football Club or not, General Prawit walked into the reception room immediately.

Source: Thai News Agency

Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) will organize the 2023 Ordinary Congress on Sunday (May 28) in Jakarta, according to its official website.Several agendas to be discussed at the ordinary congress will include the ratification of the 2023 PSSI programs and funding plan, the ratification of the independent auditor, and the approval of the dismissal and changes to the names and domiciles of PSSI members. The ratification of PSSI’s judiciary body and the improvement of the PSSI disciplinary code will also be deliberated during the congress. Youth and Sports Minister Dito Ariotedjo, representatives from the Indonesia National Sports Committee (KONI), the Indonesia National Olympics Committee (NOC), and several institutions are expected to attend the congress. PSSI executive committee member Arya Sinulingga stated that he expects the congress to take place safely and smoothly and to be able to produce accountable decisions. “I also highly laud all delegates and invitees who will attend the ordinary congress,” Sinulingga stated. The congress will be attended by 87 delegates with voting rights, and they will register their attendance on Saturday. PSSI’s 2023 Ordinary Congress will be the first congress under the leadership of Erick Thohir, who was selected as PSSI chief during the federation’s Extraordinary Congress last February. Thohir and the PSSI leadership board for 2023-2027 were recently inaugurated by KONI Chairperson Marciano Norman on Friday (May 26). Thohir will work alongside Zainuddin Amali and Ratu Tisha Destria as deputy chairpersons, and Eko Setiawan, Endri Erawan, Juni Rahman, Muhammad Rudi Yulianto, Sumardji, Vivin Cahyani, Pieter Tanuri, Arya Sinulingga, Khairul Anwar, Ahmad Riyadh, and Hasnuryadi as members of the executive committee. The PSSI leadership board will handle various agendas after the ordinary congress, including the FIFA Match Day with Palestine in Surabaya on June 14 and with Argentina in Jakarta on June 19, as well as qualifications for the 2026 World Cup in October.

Source: Antara News Agency

South Korea battled for a 2-2 draw against Honduras at the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina, as their knockout fate remains up in the air with one group match to go.

South Korea netted two unanswered goals in the second half for the hard-fought draw in Group F at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas in Mendoza, western Argentina, on Thursday (local time).

South Korea, who opened the tournament with a 2-1 win over France on Monday, sit in second place in the group with four points, two behind Gambia, who clinched a knockout spot earlier Thursday by beating France 2-1 for their second straight victory.

South Korea and Gambia will face each other at 6 p.m. Sunday in Mendoza, or 6 a.m. Monday (Seoul time).

South Korea will join Gambia in the round of 16 with a victory. Even with a loss, South Korea may still advance to the knockouts.

There are six groups of four in the tournament, and the top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-place teams, will play in the round of 16.

South Korea are seeking a third consecutive trip to the knockouts at the U-20 event. They made it to the round of 16 in 2017 and finished runners-up to Ukraine in 2019. The 2021 tournament was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Honduras scored the opening goal on a 22nd-minute penalty by David Ochoa, moments after defender Choi Seok-hyun was called for a foul on Daniel Carter inside the box.

The match took a bizarre twist just five minutes later, when Ochoa was sent off for slapping Bae Seo-joon on the back of the head while battling for the ball.

With the man advantage, South Korea began ratcheting up their offensive pressure late in the first half. However, it was Honduras getting the next goal, with Isaac Castillo scoring off a counterattack in the 51st minute.

South Korea kept on knocking on Honduras’ door, and it finally cracked open in the 58th minute, with Kim Yong-hak’s left-footed shot beating goalkeeper Juergen Garcia.

Substitute Park Seung-ho headed home the equalizer in the 62nd minute, jumping to meet a corner taken by Lee Seung-won.

Park left the match only four minutes later with an ankle injury, and South Korea failed to find the next gear for the go-ahead goal.

In the 86th minute, Cho Young-kwang’s cross deflected off Garcia’s hand and struck the top of the crossbar. Then early in the eight-minute stoppage time, Kang Seong-jin’s hard shot from close range was turned aside by the Honduran goalkeeper.

South Korean defender Choi Seok-hyun was sent off in the dying moments with his second yellow card of the match.

Source: Yonhap News Agency

Bangkok, May 25, 2023 – Mr. Thiti Prukcha-um, Managing Director of Grand Sport Group Company Limited, revealed that Grand Sport is preparing to launch the 2023 Thai national volleyball team under the concept of THE PHENOMENON. The important power of the Thai national volleyball team that will create a new phenomenon for the world to remember. The pattern of the dress is inspired by natural phenomena, whirlwinds, thunder, lightning, earthquakes, lava streams, combined into graphic patterns on the dress. to convey the strength and power of nature And also to let everyone know that this year the Thai national volleyball team will return to create a phenomenon that volleyball fans can be proud of again. Especially the important competition is qualifying tournament Women’s volleyball Olympic Games 2024 will also be held this year.

“For this year’s Thai national volleyball team concept, we use the word Phenomenon to mean a phenomenon that wants fans to Can be excited to cheer that this year our volleyball team will come to create a phenomenon for us to see. After each person has gained experience from playing in foreign leagues It’s time for everyone to join forces to make us proud again. For the colors chosen to make this year’s competition uniforms, we have set 4 colors, which are the main colors that athletes and volleyball fans like, blue, red, white and black, representing soil, water, wind, fire, and are the unique colors of the Thai national team. Distinctive with graphic patterns of natural phenomena, “Mr. Thiti said.

Mr. Thiti said that in terms of the design of the Thai national volleyball team uniform, it will be a sleeveless shape that fits snugly. Get with the physique of athletes. making movements agile On the right chest is printed Grand Sport logo. The left chest is attached to the Thai flag arm with 3D Glitter technique. It is sharp, durable and beautiful. The V-neck neckline is overlaid with two-tone fabric. Color printed on both shoulders. Shirt and pants are the same color. Eco Qurad fabric, special weave, lightweight, soft, comfortable, wicks sweat well. with innovation Anti-Bacterial Reduce the accumulation and inhibit bacteria. reduce odor Makes you feel fresh throughout wearing.

“Throughout the time that Grand Sport has cooperated with the Volleyball Association. We have had conversations with the athletes from time to time, and then the Grand Sport designers have applied the information received until everyone likes it. The set for traveling or the Official Set. Grand Sport has designed these clothes for athletes to wear as well to create variety and fun in dressing for athletes as well. For this year, the Thai national women’s volleyball team will have quite a lot of matches. Grand Sport would like all citizens and sports fans to help support young athletes to give them encouragement. The Thai national volleyball team has a competitive program throughout the year, ”added Thiti.

On the side of “Beam” Pimpichaya Kokram, a slapper of the Thai national team, said, “This year’s shirt pattern comes in the Phenomenon theme or phenomenon. Which can see various patterns, namely lightning, storms and others on the shirt, because this year we are going to create a phenomenon, personally, I like blue. because last year there was no But this year, there is a blue back for us to wear, so I like it. Wear it and feel the fabric is very good. Light and comfortable when playing and don’t have to worry that the shirt doesn’t look right when wearing it. I like pants. because the fabric is very good Very good shape tightening. I would like to say to all Thai fans. This year we will return to create another phenomenon.”

As for “Mome” Thanatcha Suksod, a 23-year-old female slapper, said, “Personally, I like black the most. Because it looks strong and looks very powerful. As for the pants, they feel very firm. And when moving, when entering the field, it feels very agile. Another thing, the shirt has a pattern on the back. Which when playing, you will also see the pattern, very beautiful, now we are practicing hard. Please leave Thai brothers and sisters to help send encouragement to the Thai national women’s volleyball team as well.

While “Toey” Hattaya Bamrungsuk revealed that “I like every dress for this year’s competition dress. Especially the red color, it feels that when wearing it, it feels very hot and feels very powerful, and the pattern on the shirt is very bold, I would like to ask Thai volleyball fans to cheer us up a lot, the more the program This year, every event is very important, whether it’s a small event or a big event. Because it affects all qualifying for the 2024 Olympic Games in France.

Finally, “Nong Paen” or “Whale” Piyanut Pannoi, libero of the Thai national team, said, “As for the white shirt, it is FIVB’s rule that every team must have white color. Last year, we saw a bit of a drama that we always wear ethnic colors and always lose. I don’t want everyone to think like that. I want everyone to focus more on the competition. No matter what color it is, we play hard. Please follow and encourage us. This year there are many competitions. And there is a racetrack in Thailand as well, would like to come to the stadium and cheer us a lot.”

For the Thai national volleyball team 2023, there are 4 colors: blue, red, white and black, size S to size XL, price 790 baht each, size 2XL price 830 baht. There are also volleyball team fan shirts. The Thai national team year 2023, the same pattern as the Thai national volleyball team year 2023, available in 4 colors: blue, red, white and black, as well as women’s fan club shirts from sizes S to sizes XL, priced at 790 baht each, size 2XL. Price is 830 baht each / Men’s fan club shirt size XS to size XL is 790 baht each and size 2XL to size 3XL is 830 baht each. Available on May 25, 2023 at Grand Sport Shop. All branches / Grand Sport Shop online / Sports Mall all branches and dealers nationwide-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

Government House, 24 May-“General Prawit” encourages athletes with disabilities Let’s show our talents to the utmost. Learn new technologies and develop competencies comparable to other countries

General Prawit Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister gave a testimony to the Thai national disabled athletes who will participate in the 12th ASEAN Para Games in Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia. Between 3-9 June 2023, Thailand sent athletes with disabilities to participate in 13 types of sports, 479 people, divided into athletes, coaches, committee members and officials, saying that sports are important in the development of the country’s personnel to be healthy. have a good quality of life International sporting events It is considered the highest performance of each type of athlete. Including the expression of the country’s culture and people around the world.

“At present, international sporting events have been promoted and developed in technology. Sports science is huge. Therefore, ask all athletes to realize and apply it for the best results. to develop the athletes’ abilities of the Thai national team At the same time, we must research and learn new technologies to maximize our capabilities. Sustainably comparable to other countries And would like to commend all athletes and encourage them to make this competition a success.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency

Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Youth and Sports Ministry has prepared a special program called TarkamLeague or inter-village league, a local amateur league to nurture young footballers, following the Indonesian U-22 national football team’s victory in the 2023 SEA Games.”Yes, (we will optimise) this moment of awakening by organisingTarkam leagues in regions. Minister Dito Ariotedjo has also planned to make it one of the ministry’s priority programmes,” the ministry’s Special Staff, Alvin Suryohadiprojo, stated in a statement on Sunday. The special staff added that besides football athletes, the authorities also seek to nurture athletes from other sport branches. “We are doing it to ensure new talents will be born at the grassroots level and to nurture them before competing in professional-level competitions,” he said. The Indonesian contingent for the 2023 SEA Games surpassed their medal target by winning a total of 87 gold medals, 80 silver medals, and 109 bronze medals. Moreover, the national football team ended the nation’s 32-year wait for SEA Games’ football victory by winning against Thailand in the final match on Tuesday (May 16), and Indonesia women’s basketball team also won their first gold in SEA Games. s most residents will focus on the football team’s achievements, for it is the most popular sport in Indonesia, the ministry will make the most of the opportunities to push the team to achieve more victories in international competitions. “This momentum should trigger all stakeholders in Indonesia’s football to boost its power and growth throughout the country,” Suryohadiprojo said. The special staff said the ministry acknowledged the importance of investment in physical aspects to develop the national football, such as by improving sports infrastructure and training facilities. However, athletes’ development should not be left behind, and the government will equally focus on that aspect, he added. “Talents cannot be nurtured only by searching for it, as they must be nurtured by competition. Athletes are developed by competitions that form their mental, physics, and outlook in playing football, which will increase their quality,” Suryohadiprojo remarked.

Source: Antara News Agency

We also hope that the achievements of our basketball teams, both men’s and women’s, will continue to improve in the international events. Jakarta (ANTARA) – The local organizing committee (LOC) for the 2023 Federation Internationale de Basketball (FIBA) Basketball World Cup has revitalized two basketball courts in the area ofLapanganBantengPark, Jakarta, under the “Revamp My Court” legacy program.The courts were selected for the program because they are of historical value and iconic, chairperson of the LOC for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup, Budisatrio Djiwandono, said at a press conference at Lapangan Bantengon Saturday. “In addition, they are located at the center of Jakarta, thus they are easy to be accessed by the public,” he added. “Revamp My Court” is a revitalization program for basketball courts located in host cities. It is being conducted as a series of pre-events ahead of the first-ever FIBA Basketball World Cup co-hosted by three countries–Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The tournament will take place from August 25 to September 10, 2023. Djiwandono said he expects the revitalization program to encourage the development of potential basketball players who can make Indonesia proud in international events. “We also hope that the achievements of our basketball teams, both men’s and women’s, will continue to improve in the international events,” he added. Chairperson of the joint management committee of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Cahyadi Wanda, said that the revitalization program aims to support all community groups to play and enjoy basketball matches. The implementation of “Revamp My Court” is Indonesia’s legacy as the host of this year’s FIBA Basketball World Cup, he added. “Certainly, there must be a legacy for Jakarta, which can be seen in the designs created, which have been extraordinarily painted (on the court). The theme (of the revitalization) is ‘Win for All,'” he added. The LOC has been revitalizing basketball courts since April 17 by painting basketball poles and the floors of the courts, repairing toilet facilities, as well as adding a canopy to the seats at the side of the courts. n exhibition match was held at the inauguration of “Revamp My Court.” The event was also attended by the women’s basketball national team, which recently bagged a gold medal at the 2023 Cambodian SEA Games.

Source: Antara News Agency