Selangor contingent crowned champions of KPM–Perodua Badminton Talent Development Programme
The Selangor state contingent was crowned overall champion at the finals of the Ministry of Education (KPM)–Perodua Badminton Talent Development Programme (BTDP).
Held at IOI Sports Centre Putrajaya, the programme recorded participation from 2,800 pupils aged nine to 12.
Winners received National Education Savings Scheme (SSPN-i) certificates worth:
- Champion — RM500
- Second place — RM300
- Third place — RM150
First introduced in 2018, BTDP is Perodua’s largest corporate social responsibility initiative.
Benefiting 14,000 pupils
Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Sri Zainal Abidin Ahmad said BTDP has benefited 14,000 pupils since its launch, with guidance from 140 teacher-coaches at 70 training centres nationwide.
“Selected pupils are given access to comprehensive facilities and professional coaches usually available only at specialised sports schools.
“BTDP also aims to provide young badminton talents with access to training as early as possible, as they will become the next generation of players,” he added.
BTDP is open to all pupils aged nine to 12 from schools under KPM who train at the 70 designated BTDP centres.
The list of winners is as follows:
