Izzat Shameer and Sin Li Jane Named Perak's Best Sportsman and Sportswoman
Izzat Shameer and Sin Li Jane Named Perak's Best Sportsman and Sportswoman
National lawn bowler, Izzat Shameer Dzulkeple, and national tenpin bowling star, Sin Li Jane, were crowned Sportsman and Sportswoman at the Perak State Sports Awards (ASN) 2023/2024 ceremony held here last night.
The presence of the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, and the Raja Permaisuri of Perak, Tuanku Zara Salim, added to the grandeur of the event. Their Royal Highnesses graciously presented the top awards to both high-performing athletes.
Also present were the Menteri Besar of Perak, Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, accompanied by his wife, Datin Seri Aezer Zubin, as well as the Perak State Committee Chairman for Education, Higher Education, Youth and Sports, Khairudin Abu Hanipah.
Outstanding Achievements of Izzat Shameer and Li Jane
Izzat Shameer proved his prowess by bringing home four gold medals at the 16th Asian Lawn Bowls Championship and the 14th Asian Under-25 (U-25) Lawn Bowls Championship in Clark, Philippines, last April.
Meanwhile, Sin Li Jane made history as the first Asian bowler to be named Player of the Year on the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) Tour in the United States (US). Her stellar performance in 2024 was highlighted by victories in four major tournaments: the US Women's Open, the Tour Championship, the Journal Rockford Open, and the Greater Nashville Classic.
Both athletes received commemorative medals and a cash incentive of RM7,000.
Other Awards Presented
The ceremony also recognized other athletes who have brought glory to the state, including:
- Promising Sportsman: Low Jeng Yih (beach volleyball)
- Promising Sportswoman: Joelle Chang Zu-Ee (swimming)
- Best Para Male Athlete: Mohamad Yusof Hafizi Shaharuddin (cycling)
- Best Para Female Athlete: Nur Suraya Muhammad Zamri (cycling)
Additionally, several individuals and organizations were also recognized, including:
- Best Coach: Hishamuddin Mohd Zaki (cycling)
- Sports Leadership: Datuk Seri Puhat Mat Nayan
- Lifetime Achievement: Mohd Jamil Zakaria
- Sports Family: Mohamad Ayob Kamarudin
- Media: Razif Rosli and Mohd Fitri Azman
- Best Team: Perak Bison
- Special Sports Association Award: Perak State Golf Association
New Category Introduced
This edition of the Perak ASN introduced a new category, the Special State Sports Association Award, to recognize excellence in management and leadership within associations in developing sports at the grassroots level.
State Government's Commitment to Sports Development
In his speech, Saarani emphasized the commitment of the Perak State Sports Council (MSN) to producing more world-class athletes through initiatives such as the Perak Podium Program (P3), launched in 2017, and the 'Kita Juara' Athlete Program to scout young state talent.
"A total of 202 potential athletes are currently under the P3 umbrella in preparation for higher-level championships. Perak MSN also continues to focus on the welfare and character development of athletes to ensure holistic excellence," he said.
This glorious ceremony serves as proof of Perak's determination to produce more athletes of international caliber.
- BERNAMA
