Kota Kinabalu: A total of 20 teams participated in the Inaugural OSCA Cup Netball Championship organised by the Old Sabah Collegians Alumni (OSCA) at the Sutera Harbour Tennis courts on Saturday.
OSCA President Noran Addy Sukiran in his opening speech was delighted with the positive response.
“I understand that there are 300-400 people in attendance today. This big turnout reflects the success of this organisation in bringing together a community of various agencies and generations.
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“Let’s us together continue to support the development of sports, especially netball, as a platform for cultivating a healthy lifestyle and building a team spirit among the women’s community,” he said.
He also congratulated the organising committee for their effort to make the tournament a reality with only three weeks of preparation.
Guest of honour and OSCA advisor Datuk Ghani Rashid believed the tournament would help to raise the dignity of women as netball, he said, will strengthen discipline, build cooperation, trust among teammates.
“We must also remember that in every match, victory is not just about points and trophies.
“There will also be some who return with valuable experience, new spirit and priceless memories. More importantly, this championship becomes a ground for the unification of relationships and souls among the netball community,” he added.
Meanwhile, the five former Sabah College students who received the OSCA 2025 Netball Icon Special Award from Ghani with their past contribution to the state and country were Esther Martin (1991–1995), Rafilah Ahmad (1995–1999), Redzanizah Duman (1997–2000), Fong Kah Ling @ Fennie (1989–1994) and Ronika @ Ann Marian Ronald Masigi (1992–1993).