S’wak At MSSM Meet | Sarawak Tribune

KUCHING: Sarawak’s aquatic hopes are riding high as 18 athletes from the Power Aquatics Swimming Club (PASC) dive into national competition at the Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Aquatic Championship 2025.

The event is taking place at the MBJB Aquatic Centre, Larkin Arena, Johor Bahru, from May 24 to 28.

The group includes 11 swimmers and seven water polo players from PASC, making up a significant portion of Sarawak’s aquatic contingent at this national-level school championship.

The water polo lineup is composed entirely of PASC athletes: Bryan Lee Ming Yik, Jeremiah Luk Kah, Jon Marcus Ling Kwong Cheng, Ong Zong Lian, Presley Phang Yi Qi, Samuel Chong Yue Yang, and Tay Kee Ren.

In the swimming events, Sarawak will be represented by PASC’s Arshabel Chong Jiin Sii, Bernard Tan Yi Song, Caitlyn Yeo Xuan, Chereen Ngo Yirui, Elisha Lee Ern, Eva Chai Ching Yi, Hansel Narang Tan Zhihan, Jonas Chai He Xuan, Larissa Yii Ya Xuan, Rhian Tang Hui Xin, and Sheamus Chew Heng Yi.

PASC advisor and water polo team coach Voon Yong Hui told the Sarawak Tribune yesterday that while there are no fixed expectations this year due to the team’s composition, the focus is on growth and experience.

“This year, most of our swimmers are in different age groups, and more than half of the water polo team are new players.

“I hope they can deliver strong performances or at least gain valuable experience for future competitions,” he said.

The MSSM Aquatic Championship serves as an important platform for young athletes to showcase their talents and test themselves against the best from across Malaysia.

With rising young talents stepping up to the national stage, PASC continues to be a vital force in Sarawak’s aquatic development.