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
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
After a record turnout in 2025, organisers are planning a stronger return next year — with hopes of boosting tourism and expanding international participation
While concerns over drug-laced vapes grow, a blanket ban could backfire by wiping out businesses, threatening jobs, pushing trade underground amid weak enforcement and open tank loopholes
