Singapore's Silat President Vows an "Uphill" Path After Setback
Despite recent challenges, Sheik Alau’ddin, the president of the Singapore Silat Federation (SSF), has reassured supporters that the sport will persist on its upward trajectory. Following recent setbacks, including administrative issues and a dip in performance at international events, Sheik is determined to bring Silat in Singapore back to a stronger position.
A Clear Vision for the Future
Speaking to the press, Sheik Alau’ddin emphasized his commitment to turning things around. “It’s easy to see why we’ve been having problems, but they won’t last forever. Our focus now is on rebuilding and pushing forward,” he said. The SSF president promised that the federation would focus on improving training programs, strengthening support for athletes, and increasing participation in local and international competitions.
Addressing Recent Setbacks
The setbacks mentioned by Sheik refer to various challenges the federation has encountered. Some of these problems are a drop in the number of awards Singapore’s national Silat team wins at international competitions and some problems with how the team is run internally. However, despite these hurdles, Sheik believes that the future is bright. His words were full of faith: “We’ve always been able to get through hard times.” This time will be no different.”
Improving training and athlete support.
One of the main areas of focus for the SSF moving forward will be enhancing the quality of training provided to its athletes. The federation plans to work closely with coaches to ensure that Singapore’s Silat athletes receive the best possible preparation for their upcoming competitions. This includes adopting new training methods and providing athletes with better resources to support their development.
“We’re working with experts to come up with new training ideas,” Sheik said. “We are dedicated to giving our athletes the best,because they deserve it.”
Increasing public awareness and participation.
In addition to improving the performance of national athletes, the SSF also wants to grow the sport locally by encouraging more young people to take up Silat. The federation plans to roll out new programs aimed at schools and community centers to introduce Silat to a wider audience. “We want to make Silat more accessible to everyone. It is a sport deeply rooted in our culture, and it has the potential to inspire and unite people,” Sheik added.
Looking Forward
Despite the challenges, the Singapore Silat Federation remains optimistic about the future. We expect Sheik Alau’ddin’s leadership and clear vision to significantly contribute to the continued growth and success of Silat in Singapore. As the sport moves forward, fans and athletes alike can look ahead to an exciting new chapter for Silat, both locally and on the international stage.
The SSF is determined to use its recent setbacks as stepping stones for future success, demonstrating that it is possible to overcome any challenge with strength and resilience.