Sports officials from several different disciplines are attending a two-day training workshop on “discipline and ethics”, ahead of their departure for the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, which will be held from October 22 to 31.
A total of 128 coaches, athletes and officials are taking part in the seminar, which began this morning, October 2, at the National Sports Training Centre.
Yean Kysiwatha, president of the centre, explained that the session aims to strengthen knowledge and share experience with the Cambodian squad before they depart for the games. The training covers travel to and from the event, meals, accommodation, health care and training.
“I hope that the coaches will gain new knowledge and experience from this seminar to lead the athletes safely, especially to win medals for the nation,” he said.
Representatives from 13 sporting codes are attending the workshop, including swimming, athletics, tennis, basketball (3×3), judo, jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts, table tennis, taekwondo (WT), wrestling, weightlifting, futsal and Kun Khmer.
Vath Chamroeun, secretary-general of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia (NOCC), urged the sporting delegates to prepare themselves well, noting that they should strive to ensure that Cambodia’s participation in the 3rd Asian Youth Games in 2025 is safe and well organised.
“Our participation this year is special because we will welcome others to our home when Cambodia hosts the Asian Youth Games in 2029. Therefore, our mission has value — meaning we must attract attention both technically and diplomatically so that the 45 participating countries in this event feel warmth and are ready to come compete in Cambodia,” he said.
“This is everyone’s responsibility, especially since our delegation consists of youth under 18 years old joining for the first time. That is why this training is detailed. For adult athletes who have competed in events like the SEA Games or the Asian Games, we do not impose strict discipline or controls. But since all of you have never competed in such a major event, raising awareness before departure is very important,” he explained.
He also announced new uniforms for the Cambodian team, noting that they will no longer use Thai-branded attire.
“This year you will compete with honour, so we must uphold our pride in our federation, our sport, and the education ministry, which has worked hard and invested in your training and preparations. Everyone must fulfil their roles diligently. Your leadership will help to address any problems that may arise,” he added.
