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MILO, driven by its belief that sports are a great teacher, promotes the philosophy of “Take on Sports Today, Take on Life Tomorrow.” With this motto, the brand leads various sports initiatives and programmes that nurture essential lifelong values in children.
The MILO Champions Clinic, a comprehensive sports programme for children aged 7 to 12, provides early exposure and skills training under the guidance of professional coaches.
This year, the clinic organized the “Sports Is A Great Teacher Forum,” featuring celebrated athlete Izzah Amzan, to highlight the significance of parents and educators in shaping a child’s holistic development.
MILO Champions Clinic: Nurturing essential values through sports
The MILO Champions Clinic is a platform that instils valuable life skills in children through sports. The programme focuses on nurturing essential values such as discipline, resilience, teamwork, and leadership.
With early exposure and skills training, young participants have the opportunity to develop these qualities and thrive in various aspects of life.
MILO’s commitment to grassroots sports and nurturing champions extends beyond excelling in sports to encompass the skills and values children gain and apply in their personal and professional lives.
The “Sports Is A Great Teacher Forum” featured Izzah Amzan, an artistic gymnastic athlete, alongside her mother, Hazira Hamsah, and Zainuren bin Hj. Mohd Nor, Director of Sports, Co-curriculum and Arts Division (SCAD), Ministry of Education (MOE).
The forum provided meaningful insights into the transformative power of sports. Izzah shared her journey as an athlete and the importance of balancing sports and academics.
Hazira emphasized the importance of understanding and supporting children’s needs, while Zainuren emphasized the development of competitiveness, resilience, and endurance through sports.
The role of parents and educators in holistic development
Parents and educators play crucial roles in shaping well-rounded individuals. Hazira Hamsah highlighted the need for parents to invest in understanding their children better, supporting their passion, and providing the necessary resources.
Zainuren bin Hj. Mohd Nor emphasized the balance of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual growth in children, without limiting their potential.
The forum also shed light on the Ministry of Education’s efforts to support student-athletes through its Program Penggalakan, which provides comprehensive modules tailored to their development.
The MILO Champions Clinic and the “Sports Is A Great Teacher Forum” serve as a platform to highlight the importance of sports in children’s lives. MILO’s commitment to nurturing champions extends beyond excelling in sports to encompass the development of valuable life skills.
Through the support of parents, educators, and the Ministry of Education, children can thrive and become well-rounded individuals ready to take on the challenges of the future.
By emphasizing the role of sports in holistic development, MILO empowers children to achieve success in various roles they undertake in life.
