The Ju-Jitsu Federation of Cambodia (JJFC) was established in 2017. Since the earliest days of its formation, it has dedicated itself to promoting the sport and training as many athletes as possible. The JJFC’s hard work has paid off, with the federation sending countless sportsmen and women to both domestic and international competitions. During the tenure of its second mandate (2021-25), Cambodian ju-jitsu competitors have accumulated a remarkable record, earning 87 medals at several regional and global sporting events. The team’s grapplers have claimed 28 gold, 32 silver and 27 bronze medals. Despite its impressive recent achievements, the JJFC regards…
Author: Chhorn Norn
Sea Games medallists Khim Dima and Chhoeung Lvei both claimed knock-out wins against their foreign opponents in Saturday night’s matches. Kun Khmer International Federation (KKIF) belt holder Sok Thy survived a knock down, but was ultimately defeated on points by a Thai boxer, while Kung Sambo was disappointed by his own point loss to an Iranian. At the Krud Kun Khmer event, held in Kratie province, Dima, going into his 60kg match with Thailand’s Slatan Chibmerngnun, was widely considered an underdog against the strong Thai fighter. Dima was also recovering from an injury, and was rumoured to be at less…
Popular Kun Khmer exponents Thoeun Theara and new women’s champion Eh Yanut have expressed concerns about their latest challenge. The pair are set to take part in the January 19 Ganzberg Kun Khmer Kung Fu event, which will pit five Cambodian fighters against Chinese opponents. The event, which will be held in Kamboul district, on the outskirts of Phnom Penh, is the first joint promotion between Town Sports and China’s Hainan television station. Some of the events will be held under Ku Khmer rules, while some fighters will face off under international kickboxing rules. This raises a potential obstacle, as…
The Volleyball Federation of Cambodia (VFC) and their French counterpart FFVolley have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) committing to nine objectives aimed at mutually enhancing the development of the sport in both countries, with a particular focus on further improving Cambodian volleyball. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sar Sokha, who also leads the VFC, finalised the MoU with Eric Tanguy, the head of FFVolley, on the evening of January 17 at the National Training Centre in the National Olympic Stadium. Sokha expressed his gratitude and satisfaction to Tanguy for the agreement, highlighting its potential to significantly advance…
Cambodia’s historic Volleyball wins at the 32nd SEA Games 2023 have not only led to a new appreciation for the threat posed by the Kingdom’s athletes, but also seen several promising players depart for foreign courts, sometimes with large sums changing hands. The bronze medals claimed at the 31st SEA Games in Vietnam and the silver and gold captured at the May 2023 games in Phnom Penh were the best results the Kingdom had seen for more than 40 years, cementing the Cambodian Volleyball Federation’s (CVF) reputation as talent spotters. Formerly regarded as the region’s easy beats, the ASEAN member…
The Kingdom has embraced international dance sport since the establishment of the Cambodian DanceSport Federation (CDSF) in 2009, gaining recognition from national and international bodies. Despite challenges like costly attire and a shortage of instructors, the CDSF has undergone substantial growth, training athletes from various age groups and even participating in the 32nd SEA Games in 2023. International dance sport encompasses Latin and standard dance styles, demanding rigorous training for those aspiring to compete globally. The lack of sponsors and a constrained budget pose challenges for the CDSF, impacting athletic training. However, despite these hurdles, the federation has made strides,…
In the latest cycling event in Kampong Chhnang province, 95 cyclists took on a challenging course, overseen by the technical officer of the Cambodian Cycling Federation (CCF). To ensure safety, 26 motorbikes cleared the road, with Phnom Trok providing an exciting backdrop. During the National Cycling Championships from January 5-8, innovative changes were showcased. The federation applied the 80 per cent formula of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) for the first time, aiming to meet international standards. This formula involves assessing cyclists’ duration and speed to eliminate trailing riders in each race round. Sem Buthdy, Cambodia’s only UCI-certified international competition commissioner,…
The leaders of the Cambodia Karate Federation have urged the Kingdom’s karate exponents – especially those who claimed medals at the just-concluded national karate championship on January 14 – to focus on their training and strengthen their abilities, with the goal of fighting for gold at next year’s 33rd SEA Games in Thailand. Vath Chamroeun, secretary-general of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), addressed the closing ceremony of the national championships, held at the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP). Chamroeun said that Minister of Economy and Finance Aun Pornmoniroth, who heads the karate foundation, had sent his regards…
Fighter Kim Veasna has expressed concerns that the two months of hard-earned popularity and fame that he has enjoyed since a spectacular win in November may be on the decline. The well-known Cambodian was unlucky and suffered a serious injury in the first round of his January 14 Krud Kun Khmer match at the National Television of Cambodia (TVK) station against a well-regarded Thai boxer Luktavan Vi Orbun. Veasna expressed deep regret at the loss, regarding it as an upset. He said it was hard for him to accept the result, as he felt strong but lost to the light…
Under the soothing shade near the National Olympic Stadium in Phnom Penh, men share cigarettes, releasing wisps of smoke into conversation. Surprisingly, even a sports officer quietly enjoys a smoke by the hall. The age-old habit of smoking within stadiums persists, with many unable to break free, despite knowing the health consequences and the impact of second-hand smoke. “I am aware that smoking is bad, because it impacts both my health and those around me, yet if I do not smoke, I feel uneasy. It’s as if there’s a sour taste in my mouth. I can’t quite explain it, but…