Kota Kinabalu: The Faxtive Athletics Club (FXAC) of Labuan, affiliated with the Federal Territory of Labuan Athletics Association (POWPL) had a successful outing at the recent 13th Sabah Masters Athletics Open Championship held at Likas Stadium.
The 37-member team represented by athletes from FXAC and POWPL finished 10th overall out of the 40 teams taking part in the two-day event.
They took home a total of 35 medals consisting of eight golds, 15 silvers and 12 bronzes.
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The other gold medal winners were Allan Chin Ah Fatt (men’s 800m 70-74), Cecilia Ang E Chen (women’s 3,000m walking race 60-64), Chong Su Kim (women’s discus throw 70-74), Jenny Han (women’s shotput 80-84), Masry Ali (men’s 1,500m 45-49), Nourince Patrick (women’s 3,000m 60-64) and Roslina Abdul Kassim (women’s 3000m walk race 35-39).
The silvers were delivered by Allan Chin Ah Fatt, Amilisah Laisang, Chong Su Kim, Jenny Han, Junainah Azaman, Liew Mui Chin, Masry Ali, Noor Sofiah Raidin, Nur Aishah Pelagia, Poh Shiow Mei and Stella Josiris, while the bronze medals came from Amilisah Laisang, Cecilia Ang E Chen, Chong Su Kim, Japar Idris, Nur Aishah Pelagia, Poh Shiow Mei, Roslina Abdul Kassim and Tsen Chew Moi.
In a joint statement from POWPL president Lee Khiat Kim and FXAC president Heng Jik Siang on Sunday, they commended the team led by Misliana Shafie, Jennifer Julius and Rosni Aliskah as managers.
They said the athletes’ outstanding performance and success reaffirmed their hard work, discipline and unwavering spirit amidst intense regional competition.
They also thanked JK Sports, Rumah Asap, Edran Yeo and other generous sponsors for their support.
Meanwhile, Heng extended the club’s appreciation to all the athletes, coaches, managers, and to POWPL for their unwavering support.
He hoped they will be able to build on the momentum and looking forward to compete in future championships to bring pride to the Federal Territory of Labuan in the athletics arena.