A sweet success for IBSC in successfully retaining the President Cup champion trophy in the 38th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2019

Among all the 40 participating clubs, IBSC tops the Championship with 1,158 total points, followed by DSAS Swim Club with 1,090.50 points and PADE-SuperSharkz Swimming Club at 899 points, in last week's National Inter-Club Meet.

All IBSC swimmers have played their role in contributing to the collective success to win this year’s President Cup again, continuously for the 3rd year in a row after a break in 2016.

Such great feat couldn't have been achieved, without the hard work of the coaches and support teams. Their continuous solid support and encouragement throughout the 3-day stiff competition were exemplary.

Medal contributors are worth-mentioning below, although we could not cover all of them.

Muhammad Dhuha Bin Zulfikry, from Group 4 boys, swam with confidence to grab the first individual gold medal for the club in the 50m butterfly and also breaking the meet record (held by Tetsuharu Dohi at 30.79 since 2016) with his impressive new PB of 30.11, setting the right momentum for the team. He continued to deliver 5 more individual gold medals in 100m breaststroke (PB 1:20.68), 50m backstroke (PB 33.24), 100m butterfly (breaking meet record with PB 1:07.56), 100m freestyle (PB 1:02.70) and 100m backstroke (PB 1:13.72). Dhuha continued to add a bronze medal to his collection in 50m freestyle (PB 29.53) giving a total of 7 individual medals.

His brother, Muhammad Arif Bin Zulfikry, from Group 3 boys, also showed great achievement by delivering 3 bronze medals for 50m freestyle (PB 26.72), 100m freestyle (PB 57.90) and 100m backstroke (PB 1:07.84).

For Group 1 Boys, Bryan Leong, delivered 2 gold medals for 100m butterfly (PB 55.00) and 50m freestyle (23.95). With new PB 55.00s he broke the meet record for the 100m butterfly (MR 56.32s since 2013) and he only missed by 0.01s to break the 50m freestyle meet record. His impressive performance continued by clinching a bronze medal for 100m freestyle. Meanwhile, Low Ken Ji, also from the same age group, had beaten all his comrades for the 100m freestyle to nab the individual gold medal with a new PB of 52.97. Nonetheless, Bryan, Farhan Andi Maroef, Xiang Zhi all contributed strong points in this event.

Group 2 Girls proved to be strong as well, lead by Ng Zi Syuen, total of 5 medals, contributing 3 silver medals in 100m breaststroke (PB 1:16.99), 50m backstroke (PB 32.35) and 100m backstroke (PB 1:10.73). She also gave us 2 bronze medal for 50m breaststroke (PB 36.57) and 50m freestyle (PB 28.46). She is an all rounder. 

Group 3 Girls was led by Lee Wei Wen having bagged 6 individual medals - 2 gold for 100m butterfly (PB 1:09.85) and 50m freestyle (PB 27.90); 2 silver for 50m butterfly (PB 31.41) and 100m freestyle (1:01.71) and 2 bronze. 

For the age 11-12 boys, Ng Chong Cheng (total 5 individual medals) brought home 2 individual gold medals - one for 50m backstroke (PB 29.77) and another for breaking the Daniel Bego’s (26.06 *2002) meet record of 50m freestyle (PB 25.80); and plus 3 silver medals for 100m backstroke (PB 1:07.66), 50m backstroke (PB 33.20) and 100m freestyle (PB 57.87)

We are blessed to have our seniors swimmers joining the Open category. IBSC senior and national swimmer, Keith Lim himself delivered an outstanding performance with 2 individual gold medal won for Men Open 50m butterfly and 50m backstroke.  

Steve Khiew, on the other hand swam up to higher category in open and still managed to deliver gold medal for 100m backstroke (PB 58.50) and silver medal for 100m freestyle. 

Hollymax Bell, grabbed 4 individual bronze medals for Men Open 50m backstroke, 100m butterfly, 50m breaststroke and 100m backstroke.

IBSC seniors contributing massive points to the Club

It was a real pumped-up excitement for the 4x100m Freestyle Mixed Relay event, for  both swimmers and parents present. Our IBSC Boys 17 and Under relay team comprises of Lay Kye Xern, Muhammad Dhuha Zulfikry, Muhammad Arif Zulfikry and Low Ken Ji; improved the best time at 3:48.88 and contributed gold medal. On the other hand, IBSC Girls 17 and Under relay team consists of Ng Zi Syuen, Shelly Ting, Karla Lim and Lee Wei Wen though they recorded a slower time of 4:22.04 after PADE-SuperSharkz and DSAS Swim Club, still managed to contribute to bronze medal.

The girls and boys relay teams

I would like to congratulate all the swimmers who have given their best performance for the three days and salute to all coaches for your outstanding commitment in supporting your swimmers. 

I also would like to thank the team manager Mr Vincent Low, Asst Team Manager Mr Ho and chaperones Mdm Yen Ling and Mdm Zaszima for their support and patience in managing the swim team. Thank you also to Ms Nancy for your good advice and encouragement and to all parents for your full cooperation from Day 1 until the end. 

Farouq Affandi

Asst Team Manager

Great team work from the Team Managers and assistants

Download Full Results.

See Photos Gallery (credit to Mr CK Wong)

Day 1 Album

Day 2 Album

Day 3 Album

IBSC retains the President Cup championship trophy for 2019!

BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Team IBSC for achieving top points in the 38th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2019 for the President Cup.

IBSC retains the Championship Trophy once more with many senior swimmers backing up the team. We collected 1158 points  to remain on top for the 3 days stiff competition at Shah Alam, which ended today.

More reports to follow.....


See Full Results of President Cup 2019.

Invite to 38th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2019 (President Cup) 2019

Kindly note that we have received invitation from Persatuan Renang Amatur Selangor (PRAS) to participate in the 38th NATIONAL INTER-CLUB SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019 FOR THE PRESIDENT CUP as follows :

a) Dates :22nd to 24th November, 2019 (Fri- Sun)
b) Venue :Pusat Akuatik Darul Ehsan, Shah Alam
c) Time : 8:00 am
d) Organizer :Persatuan Renang Amatur Selangor (PRAS)
e) Auspices :Amateur Swimming Union of Malaysia (ASUM)
f) Rules :FINA Rules
g) Age of Reckoning :1st January 2019
h) Team Managers’Meeting :5.00pm on Thursday, 21st Nov 2019
i) Deadline : 1st November, 2019

Please note that Qualifying Times (QT) apply subject to a penalty of RM100/event is swimmers cannot meet the QTs.

Download Invite & Meet Information

Download IBSC Entry Form.

Thank you.

IBSC retains President Cup 2018 Championship Trophy! Congratulations!

IBSC once again has defended the President Cup trophy and succeeded in gaining the most points in the 37th National Inter-Club Swimming Championship 2018 which was held in Pusat Akuatik Tuanku Zara, Perak from 23-25 Nov, 2018.

Top 22 point earners and achievers of IBSC

A big thank you to the hard working coaches and awesome swimmers in working together to maintain our Champion position. And needless to say the dedication and commitment of the support team also contributed to the win.

WELL DONE & CONGRATULATIONS!

See Full Results of President Cup 2018.

Team Briefing - President Cup 2018

Dear Swimmers and parents,

Please note that there will be a team briefing for President Cup 2018 as follows :

Date : 20 Nov, 2018 (Tues)
Time : 8:30 am.
Venue : Cheras Pool

Agenda:
1. Travel Itinerary to Ipoh
2. Swimming rules
3. Scratching of events (Fill Online Scratching Form)
4. Meals order & payments
5. Distribution of swim kit
6. School leave letter
7. Other matters

Please note that attendance is compulsory for IBSC participating swimmers, unless you have an exemption slip.

Team Manager,
Vincent Low


Updated : See Briefing Notes 

37th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2018 - Invite

Please note that invite has been received from Persatuan Renang Amator Perak  for the 37th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2018 for the President Cup, which will be held as follows :-

Venue : Aquatic Tuanku Zara, Perak
Dates : 23 - 25 November, 2018 (Fri - Sun)
Time : Starts at 8:00 am. each day
Date of Reckoning : 1 January, 2018
Rules : FINA Rules apply
Entries : No limit of entries
Organiser : Amateur Swimming Association Perak (ASAP)
Closing Date : 24 October, 2018 (Wed) @ 5:00 pm.
IBSC Submission Deadline : 17 October, 2018 (Wed)

The Qualifying Times with a penalty of RM100/event are tabulated below.

Please download the Invite and Info Package on President Cup 2018.

For IBSC swimmers, please submit your entries before 17th October, 2018 (Wed) using the IBSC Entry Form, to secure your room bookings, free transport  and swim kit entitlement.

IBSC is the Champion of President Cup 2017!

A BIG CONGRATULATIONS to IBSC for winning back the Champion Trophy for President Cup 2017 at the 36th National Inter-Club Swimming Championship 2017.

BRAVO to all swimmers and coaches for their concerted effort and not to mention the buzzing team spirit from supporters and parents. Everyone's contribution counts!

Team IBSC won the annual inter-club meet with total points of 1031.50 ahead of 44 clubs all over Malaysia.  A big shout out to all IB point earners for their awesome performances for the past 3-days at Bukit Jalil Aquatic Centre, Kuala Lumpur Sports City.

Ms Mae Chen (middle), Secretary General of ASUM presented the Champion trophy to Team Manager of IBSC

#PresidentCup2017


Full Results can be downloaded here.

36th National Inter-Club Swimming Championships 2017 for the President Cup

Please note that invite has been received from Persatun Renang Amatur Kuala Lumpur for the 36th National Inter-Club Swimming Championship 2017 for the President Cup, which will be held as follows :-

Venue : National Aquatic Centre, Kuala Lumpur Sports City, Bukit Jalil, KL
Dates : 24 - 26 November, 2017 (Fri - Sun)
Time : Starts at 8:00 am. each day
Date of Reckoning : 1 January, 2017
Rules : FINA Rules apply
Entries : No limit of entries
Organiser : Persatuan Renang Amatur Kuala Lumpur (PRAKL)
Closing Date : 3 November, 2017 (Fri) @ 5:00 pm.

The Quatifying Times with a penalty of RM100/event are tabulated below.

Please download the Invite from PRAKL and Info Package on President Cup 2017.

For IBSC swimmers, please submit your entries using the IBSC Entry Form.

IBSC broke most records in the 35th President Cup 2016

The much awaited President Cup 2016, has just ended after 3 gruesome days of competition at Pusat Akuatik Darul Ehsan in Shah Alam from 25th to 27th November 2016. A total of 42 clubs with 1,213 athletes participated this year.

Team IBSC has the biggest contingent of 164 swimmers being registered, a good sign of keen participation in the annual inter-club competition, especially among the junior learners, .  The big team led by Mr Vincent Low and Mr KK Yap as the team managers experienced hectic days catering to the needs of the swimmers and coaches. Fortunately the good chaperones and supportive parents all rendered great help and assistance as usual.

Team IBSC

Team IBSC settled for 1st runner-up position with a modest shortfall after clinching 967.5 points behind PADE (1113 points). The 3rd position was won by DSA with 385.5 points.

IBSC however managed to close the gap compared to last year and that is itself an accomplishment. What is more important is that many swimmers progress well and set splendid PBs after months of diligent training, thanks to all the coaches at various levels.

Much to the delight of the parents and coaches, IBSC broke the most number of records in the meet and we congratulate the record breakers below.

Event	Group	IBSC Swimmer	New Meet Record		Old Meet Record		Old Record by
50 Fly	Open (M)	Tern Jian Han	24.55	25.48 (2014)		Chan Jie
50 Back	Open (M)	Tern Jian Han	26.32	26.74 (2014)		Tern Jian Han
100 Fly	Open (M)	Tern Jian Han	55.43	56.35 (2015)		Chan Jie
50 Breast	Group 2 (M)	Ng Kai Wen	30.95	31.08 (2014)		Adam Afif
50 Breast	Group 2 (F)	Mia O’Leary	34.00	34.35 (2014)		Yan Ying Lai
4x100 Mixed Relay	Male	Iqmal Muqhis Whisky Chew Zachary Lim Joshi Jundi	3:54.05	3:54.51 (2008)		C.Lim/Muhd. Arief/W.Teh/ JB Foo

The top 20 points achievers of IBSC are tabulated below. BIG Congratulations  to them for their feat and fighting spirits in gaining points after points for the club in such a competitive meet.

The FULL RESULTS of the 35th President Cup 2016 can be downloaded here.

The committee once again thank the coaches and support team for their strong backing and unwavering support. Also appreciation to Team Managers, chaperones and volunteers for their exhausting work of running around the poolside looking after the needs of the swimmers.

BRAVO to ALL!

Tern Jian Han has 3 amazing meet records to himself in President Cup 2016. Jian Han collected 3 gold and 1 silver.

Mia couldn't contain her smile after breaking the 50m breaststroke record with a flat 34s. Competed only for 2 days, she has 2 gold and 1 silver in her pocket.

Ng Kai Wen (left) broke Adam's 50m breaststroke record and clinched 1 gold & 1 silver. Meanwhile Sebastian (right) held on to 1 gold & 2 silver with his sterling performances

Keith Lim propelled to 4 silver and 2 bronze in the boys open category

Law Li Wei amassed the most points for IBSC and is the top points earner for the club. She scooped up 2 gold and 3 silver in the race.

Zachary Lim 2nd top points earner for the club with 3 silver and 2 bronze 

100m x 4 mixed relay boys broke a 8 year old record of PADE with an astonishing time of 3:54.05 from the spectacular swim from Joshi Jundi, Zachary Lim, Whisky Chew and Iqmal Muqhis. 

Mixed age group relay girls swam to silver, a concerted effort from Mia O'Leary, Nurlatifa, Ashley Ting and Law Li Wei 

The PRAKL squad led by Coach Zhang. From left, Ashley Ting, Coach Zhang, Ng Hung Teck, Steve Khiew, Anson Chew, Kevin Lim, Rohan Lee, Low Ken Ji and Chan Jun Jian

Training mates, Iqmal Muqhis and Joshi performed with flying colours. Muqhis has 2 gold, 1 silver & 2 bronze and Joshi earned 1 gold & 2 silver.

Boy boys boys 

Thanks to the Chaperones catering to IB's 'makan-makan' sessions