From the Head of PE & Sport 20.01.2024

Just two weeks into the term, and as I alluded to last week, our students are already throwing themselves into action on the sports field and court. 

On Thursday night, I was thrilled to watch nearly 60 students from Years 2 to 9 taking part in the first Liga SupaRimau training session for the upcoming season. This January marks our ‘one-year anniversary’ of involvement in Liga SupaRimau. This time last year we had 34 players taking part in the Under 10 and Under 12 age groups. We later expanded to include a team in the Under 8’s, and this year we will enter a team in the Under 14’s for the first time ensuring that an important pathway is created for those students wishing to continue on their football development journey.

We would not be able to offer and run these engaging and exciting opportunities for students if it wasn’t for one of the strongest pillars of KIS – our incredible parent body. In running Liga SupaRimau we are incredibly fortunate to be aided by a wonderfully passionate and dedicated group of parent volunteer coaches. Together with parents who are committed to making these opportunities possible for their children by transporting them along to training and matches every week and cheering them on from the sidelines.  

This week also sees KIS compete in the 19th Big Sky Tyre U14 Basketball Championship organised by Kota Kinabalu Basketball Association. We will have both a boys and girls team entered who will go up against other KK schools and basketball clubs. Given the ongoing positive development and progress of our basketball players under the guidance of Coach Andew, I have no doubt we will see some more impressive results and performances. Check out the schedule below if you would like to come and support the Vipers in their matches over the coming week. 

19th Big Sky Tyre U14 Basketball Championships

As I write this the boys team will have their first match tonight (Friday) against KK High School A which while it will be a tough match to open the tournament with, will also be a great opportunity to witness how far the team have come since the last tournament. 

All matches are taking place at Luyang Community Hall (click here for the google map link) and usually attract a fantastic crowd including lots of KIS parent and student supporters. 

See below for the full schedule of matches.

Good luck to the following players taking part in the tournament:

Boys – Leroy, Tony, Sebastian, Caleb, Ian Zi, Henry H, Kevin, Aldrich, Henry N, Aaron, Benson, Hei Ket

Girls – Ana, Haylie, Pui San, Sophie, Mischa, Olivia, Dashie, Melanie, Isabella, Dain

Dasha and Joe both from 10K will also be sitting on the bench and whilst unable to play due to the age group will be using their knowledge and experience in the role of assistant coaches. 

Floorball Training

Floorball has been a highly popular and favourite activity for secondary students as part of the Invasion Games unit since it was introduced 7 years ago. In the past we have had students enjoy exploring their interest in the sport and develop their skills further by attending additional training sessions and entering competitions at both state and national levels. 

Part of the KIS PE Department Mission states that “we aim to foster the development of our students and create a positive physical education culture that promotes curiosity in learning, progression and ultimately confidence to access a range of physical activities to be enjoyed within school and beyond the formal curriculum.” 

With this in mind, together with Shawn and the Sabah Football Association, we are hoping to start building a pathway for students in floorball.

Starting Sunday 28th January, 3-5pm @BSA. KIS would like to invite any secondary students who would like to further improve their Floorball skills with Coach Shawn. It will cost RM10 per student, per session. We must have a minimum of 10 students otherwise the session will be cancelled. Sticks will be provided by the school but Coach Shawn encourages those who wish to take Floorball further to purchase their own stick so it is height appropriate. 

Fill in the Google Form HERE to confirm your attendance for session 1. 

If the club is successful then there will be opportunities to compete in matches and tournaments. It would be amazing to add another competitive sport to the Vipers list. 

For any further questions please see Mr Denyer. 

Liga SupaRimau Season A

As already mentioned, training began this week at Jesselton Futsal Center on Thursday afternoon. Key reminders for parents as follows for the upcoming season. 

Training: 

Will take place every Thursday during the school term. 

4:00-5:00pm – Under 8’s/10’s’12’s

5:00-6:00pm – Under 14’s (Under 12’s are also welcome to stay and train with the Under 14’s if they wish. 

Matches:

Matches will commence next weekend on January 27th. At the time of writing, we are still waiting for the schedule to be released but will inform parents of game times as soon as we have them. You can also either download the app or check the website https://www.ligasuparimau.my/sabah/ 

Payments:

Please ensure that you complete the Season Fee payment to the front office or by bank transfer (for payment reference please use “Liga Season A *child’s name*” so we can more easily track your payment. The Season Fee is different for each team so please check below.

Under 8’s = RM250

Under 10’s = RM230

Under 12’s = RM260

Under 14’s = RM325 

Uniform: 

Students will be given a Vipers shirt (which will be returned at the end of the season) to be worn on match days with navy shorts (the secondary PE shorts are recommended) as well as white socks. All players must wear football boots and shin guards. 

Liga Whatsapp group:

If you are new to the Liga SupaRimau please follow this link to join the WhatsApp group where announcements and updates are posted: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LizST4o4mfCAaa9NnEqWt4

FOBISIA News:

U13’s FOBISIA (19th-23rd February) 

• Can I please ask that parents who have not yet made the additional RM180 payment complete this by Friday 26th January.
• All training sessions next week onsite.

Primary FOBISIA (29th April-3rd May) – Dates for your diary

• Final reminder that the 2nd payment which will be used to purchase flights is due next Friday 26th January. Please help ensure that we can proceed quickly with this next stage of the trip by completing this payment on time. 
• All training sessions will be onsite next week. 

Miss Catriona Watt

Head of PE and Sport