The handover of 5 trophies by the Lanny Jaya Basketball Team to the Regional Government is not only a story of victory, but also about the spirit, dedication, and hard work of a team that has succeeded in raising the name of Lanny Jaya in the Papuan sports scene in Lanny Jaya.
On a sunny morning, the courtyard of the Lanny Jaya Regent’s office became a silent witness to the trophy handover attended by players, coaches, and the acting Regent of Lanny Jaya, Alpius Yigibalom, SH, M.Si.
In his speech, Alpius Yigibalom not only praised the achievements of the Lanny Jaya Basketball Team but also emphasized his commitment to defend the rotating trophy next year. While he said, “It’s not just about winning games, but also about building the character and fighting spirit of Lanny Jaya’s young people.” Such praise is not just words, but is also seen as a shared responsibility to continue the team’s achievements in the future.
Acting Regent of Lanny Jaya Alpius Yigibalom appreciated the Lanny Jaya Basketball Team for making Lanny Jaya proud in various tournaments. Where from the results he assessed that the Lanny Jaya Basketball Team was also able to compete with other regions.
Recognizing the importance of fostering young talent, Regent Alpius hopes that the Youth and Sports Office will pay serious attention to sports development in Lanny Jaya. In his speech he directed that the trophies won be a source of motivation, not only for the basketball team but also for the development of other sports in the area. “The agency is asked to be more active in creating coaching programs that can facilitate the interests and talents of young people,” he said This was conveyed, Osman Yikwa, Head of the Youth and Sports Agency, gave an overview of the concrete steps that will be taken to support the Regent’s vision.
Meanwhile, Head of the Lanny Jaya Youth and Sports Office Osman Yikwa said that in the future his party will encourage a number of sports. This is done to develop athletes in Lanny Jaya.
“We are trying to make soccer fields and other sports fields near schools so that children while studying while exercising. The Youth and Sports Office is also experiencing with funds so that the central government will pay serious attention so that there is budget availability to build infrastructure and prepare human resources,” he explained.