AdminASICS reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots sports development with the successful staging of the ASICS MASISWA Badminton Championship 2025, held from 26 to 28 June at Taylor’s University Grand Hall in Subang Jaya. The three-day tournament brought together more than 350 student-athletes from 15 private higher education institutions (IPTS) across Malaysia. Participants competed in both singles and doubles under the MASISWA Open and Bakat Baru (Beginner) divisions.
The championship continued with its second segment — the ASICS Badminton University Cup 2025 — from 28 to 30 June. This edition saw over 25 university teams representing 15 institutions competing for top honours. In a thrilling showdown, HELP University clinched victory over defending champions UCSI University, led by standout team captain Poopathi Velayutham.
HELP University emerges as double champion
HELP University emerged as the overall champion for both tournaments, finishing with an impressive medal tally of four Golds, two Silvers, and one Bronze. The winning squad featured a strong line-up of current and former national shuttlers including Clarissa San Yee Wen, Ho Lo Ee, Gan Min Yee, and Vannee Gobi, as well as Low Eu Cong and captain Poopathi Velayutham. They were ably supported by teammates Brandon Hee Hek Yong and Goh Yang Hong.
One of the tournament’s most memorable highlights was the Women’s Singles final, where Loh Zhi Wei from University of Wollongong Malaysia (UOWM), ranked World No. 133, clinched a historic title — marking UOWM’s first-ever championship win at the ASICS MASISWA series.
Championing youth, character and community
Both tournaments served as a platform for student-athletes to grow not only in skill but also in resilience and sportsmanship. Recognised by the Majlis Sukan IPTS Malaysia (MASISWA), the event reflected ASICS’s philosophy that movement is not just a means to victory, but a lifelong pursuit of balance and well-being.
“We are proud to support young Malaysians on their athletic journeys,” said Boon Tib Soon Nik, Country Manager of ASICS Malaysia. “These young athletes represent the future of Malaysian sports. By investing in platforms like this, we’re not just fuelling their athletic growth — we’re also encouraging healthier minds, stronger bodies, and more resilient communities.”
A total prize pool of RM6,750 was distributed among the winners, along with exclusive ASICS merchandise and medals — reinforcing the brand’s enduring support for student-athletes across the country.
For those inspired to begin their own journey in sport and wellness, ASICS invites Malaysians to join the OneASICS membership program, which offers exclusive benefits and insights. More information is available at: https://www.asics.com/my/en-my/mk/oneasicsmy
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