About Us

What is Borak-Borak Floorball?

Borak-Borak Floorball (BBF) was initiated by a group of three avid floorballers from Penang, Malaysia. The interest sparked off due to a certain passion for the sport and a keen desire to share that passion to others. With that, came the idea of 'borak-borak'.

What does the term "Borak-Borak" actually mean?

"Borak-borak" is a Malaysian lingo that equates to the English word "chit-chat". The phrase is commonly used and has somewhat the power to identify one's identity as a Malaysian. BBF is passionate to 'chit-chat' about the happenings and events of floorball, first in Penang and then the other parts of Malaysia. With that in mind, Borak-Borak Floorball came into existence.

Who are we?


BBF comprises mainly of three suspects under the pseudonyms of Jose, Bendy and Spritzer. However, BBF has also taken in hired-for-free reporters in their effort to cover as many grounds as possible.

NOTE: BBF is not an official website to any organization or governing body. We are merely a group of passionate floorballers who seek to share this passion to others. We strive to be courteous, neutral and honest in our opinions, thoughts, reviews and analyses.

Our vision?

BBF sought to 'talk big' and 'talk much' about floorball. We hope to represent the floorball community in Penang as well as the nation, Malaysia, in the bigger picture. We want to be a voice for floorball in the present and future generation, a voice to be heard not for recognition but for the ultimate growth and development of floorball in Malaysia.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Team Review: Innebandy!Co.

Innebandy!Co.

Final standing: 3rd/6
Goals scored: 31
Goals conceded: 11
League form: WWLLW

Biggest win: 11-0 against Dalat Eagles
Biggest loses: 2-5 against Ztec 8cers
Highest scoring match: 11-0 against Dalat Eagles

Top scorer: Deswyn Wan - 1o goals
Top assist: Deswyn Wan - 5 assists

Point leaders:
1. Deswyn Wan - 15 points (10+5)
2. Sam Teoh - 8 points (4+4)
3. Valarie Tan - 5 points (4+1)


Best player:
Sam Teoh, a wise cracking player who is flexible in playing in almost any position, except for goalkeeping of course. One of the senior players who recovered from a bad knee injury. That did not stop him from picking himself up and coming back into the game with a good form.

With the lack of experienced defenders for Innebandy, it is the best decision to place Sam at the fort of the team. And of course he did his job well in minimizing the goal deficits and contributing the balls to the forwards. He is also one of the few defenders who earns 8 points placing him in the top ten spot of the score chart.

He's a defender, a forward, the brainchild behind the club, the coach, the one who assists and the one who scores. He is a multi-purpose guy who deserves to be called 'best player.'

Borak says:
3rd place does seemed to be too bad, for most. But not for Innebandy, who has always been on the top in the past. What went wrong?

Innebandy has always and still is relying on their old guards. They were unstoppable in those days. They still are, but circumstances have changed. The court is bigger, meaning they would not be able to sustain consistent performance for a full match, and with the playing field being levelled out each year, the gap between teams is closing in inch by inch each year where once upon a time, it seemed like a gap that could not be bridged. Well, not any more.

The team's overall experience certainly surpassed most, but the youngsters' lack of experience in actual game play (positioning and anticipation) proved to be a major weak link, hence, they were unable to compete with faster, aggressive teams. In the end, it was the usual suspects that reluctantly run the show. Deswyn often finds his passing options limited, while Sam desperately holds the defence together and like Deswyn, have no one to pass to but amongst themselves, which explains the high percentage of goals scored and assisted between the two.

On the bright side, the team boast quite a number of potential stars all around, such as Rooban and Win Shern in defence. Although technically adequate, they still needs polishing in terms of aggression and positioning. Young kids like Darien and Jason Chew too, caught the eye with their impressive display of technique and skill considering their age. When all these "Work-in-progress" become complete, do not be surprise if you find them back on top. Definitely a force to be reckon with in the near future.

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