The Asia PAcific Floorball Championship, also known simply as APAC, is an international floorball competition, a stage where all the big boys of Asia compete against each other to see who's the best around. For the past 3-4 years, Malaysia has been part of APAC. Despite being viewed over and over again as the least impressive team around, team Malaysia has been adamant in bringing back a medal since day one.
Truth be told, team Malaysia, relatively speaking, still has a long way to go if they truly want to prove a point in APAC. Having said that, it must also be acknowledged that team Malaysia has definitely improved over the years. As the head coach of team Malaysia, Denise, puts it, "This is the best team Malaysia has ever assembled thus far". This is not a boastful comment but one that reflects the commitment and heart of the players despite the constant pessimistic view they receive about the standard of floorball in Malaysia.
With that in mind, BBF would like to render our support and encouragement to this ensemble of players from Penang, Kuala Lumpur and even Singapore (Malaysians who are currently studying/working in Singapore) as they strive to once again donned the national jersey to prove their worth in APAC 2010. It is a big task and to some, even an impossible one, but let us not lose hope in this team of committed players. The least we can do is to stand alongside them as they march into war.
As we approach APAC 2010, let's get a glimpse of what to expect from team Malaysia. Below is a review by BBF on APAC 2010.Truth be told, team Malaysia, relatively speaking, still has a long way to go if they truly want to prove a point in APAC. Having said that, it must also be acknowledged that team Malaysia has definitely improved over the years. As the head coach of team Malaysia, Denise, puts it, "This is the best team Malaysia has ever assembled thus far". This is not a boastful comment but one that reflects the commitment and heart of the players despite the constant pessimistic view they receive about the standard of floorball in Malaysia.
With that in mind, BBF would like to render our support and encouragement to this ensemble of players from Penang, Kuala Lumpur and even Singapore (Malaysians who are currently studying/working in Singapore) as they strive to once again donned the national jersey to prove their worth in APAC 2010. It is a big task and to some, even an impossible one, but let us not lose hope in this team of committed players. The least we can do is to stand alongside them as they march into war.
TEAM ROSTER FOR MALAYSIA
| No. | Player | Position | Club |
| 1 | Yushaak Illyaz | Goalkeeper | Gang Bintang |
| 2 | Adzahar Sjaiful Anuar | Defender | Gang Bintang |
| 4 | Chiam Ter Min | Forward | Ztec 8cers |
| 5 | Teoh Sam Jiun Haur | Forward | Innebandy! CO |
| 6 | Gunasekaran Satyan | Forward | Subang Rascals |
| 7 | Ch´ng Keng Hooi | Defender | Hurricanes |
| 8 | Yeoh Jun Wooi | Defender | Ztec 8cers |
| 10 | Cheang Jin Keet | Defender | Contact Sports |
| 11 | Wan Deswyn Yee | Forward | Innebandy! CO |
| 12 | Low Kien Teck | Forward | Hurricanes |
| 13 | Low Chong Guan | Forward | Hurricanes |
| 14 | Koh Christopher Boon Han | Defender | Minden UniHawks |
| 17 | Loh Jo-Wyee | Forward | Ztec 8cers |
| 23 | Zainal Abidin Mohd Hafidz | Defender | KLIUC Griffins |
| 27 | Khor Kuan Yang | Forward | Frontliners Spartan |
| 29 | Tan Kok Ee | Forward | Blast Super Blacks |
| 31 | Kao Lin Ken | Goalkeeper | Innebandy! CO |
| Officials | |||
| Thulin Dennis | Coach | ||
| Tee Edward Lim Chen | Coach | ||
| Subramaniam Suresh | Team Manager | ||
| Khoo Penny Eam Tien | Other |
MATCH SCHEDULE FOR APAC 2010
| 03.02.2010 | 16:00 | Japan M - Australia M |
| 03.02.2010 | 19:00 | Korea M - Singapore M |
| 04.02.2010 | 16:00 | Singapore M - Malaysia M |
| 04.02.2010 | 19:00 | Korea M - Australia M |
| 05.02.2010 | 19:00 | Australia M - Singapore M |
| 05.02.2010 | 16:00 | Malaysia M - Japan M |
| 06.02.2010 | 15:00 | Malaysia M - Korea M |
| 06.02.2010 | 18:00 | Singapore M - Japan M |
| 07.02.2010 | 13:00 | Japan M - Korea M |
| 07.02.2010 | 16:00 | Australia M - Malaysia M |
Match Preview
04.02.2010 - Singapore vs Malaysia
With Team India pulling out, Malaysia will be starting APAC with the toughest draw possible... against Asia's best team - Singapore! Team Singapore will be craving for blood and with last year's defeat of their junior team still vividly replaying in their minds, you can almost smell their ruthless appetite.
Can team Malaysia weather the storm?
05.02.2010 - Malaysia vs Japan
Straight after Singapore, lies the defending Champions, Team Japan. With a smaller squad compared to last year and possibly a better refined team, how will Malaysia fair with back to back games against the best of Asia?
06.02.2010 Malaysia vs Korea
Last year, the host of 2009's APAC, Korea, stunned Malaysia with 8 to nothing in the first period and went on to win 11-2. It was a shocking experience and Malaysia will definitely be looking to do one better this time around.
Can they?
07.02.2010 Australia vs Malaysia
The final match will be against Team Australia who also aspire to qualify for MWFC 2010. Like Korea, they are more likely in the fight for the last qualifying placing. How will they fare against Team Australia?
All has been said. Now, all we can do is to wait and see.
APAC 2010 post to be one of the best APAC around. With teams like Singapore and Japan sending their top players, it will be a competition you wouldn't want to miss. As much as it is nerve wrecking for team Malaysia to participate in this APAC, admittedly, it is also a privilege and opportunity for them to be part of it, to experience it and to learn from it. It won't be an easy competition this year, that's for sure. But nonetheless, one that will widen their scope, understanding and experience in the floorball scene. Let's wish team Malaysia all the best as they journey to make the nation proud!
04.02.2010 - Singapore vs Malaysia
With Team India pulling out, Malaysia will be starting APAC with the toughest draw possible... against Asia's best team - Singapore! Team Singapore will be craving for blood and with last year's defeat of their junior team still vividly replaying in their minds, you can almost smell their ruthless appetite.
Can team Malaysia weather the storm?
05.02.2010 - Malaysia vs Japan
Straight after Singapore, lies the defending Champions, Team Japan. With a smaller squad compared to last year and possibly a better refined team, how will Malaysia fair with back to back games against the best of Asia?
06.02.2010 Malaysia vs Korea
Last year, the host of 2009's APAC, Korea, stunned Malaysia with 8 to nothing in the first period and went on to win 11-2. It was a shocking experience and Malaysia will definitely be looking to do one better this time around.
Can they?
07.02.2010 Australia vs Malaysia
The final match will be against Team Australia who also aspire to qualify for MWFC 2010. Like Korea, they are more likely in the fight for the last qualifying placing. How will they fare against Team Australia?
All has been said. Now, all we can do is to wait and see.
APAC 2010 post to be one of the best APAC around. With teams like Singapore and Japan sending their top players, it will be a competition you wouldn't want to miss. As much as it is nerve wrecking for team Malaysia to participate in this APAC, admittedly, it is also a privilege and opportunity for them to be part of it, to experience it and to learn from it. It won't be an easy competition this year, that's for sure. But nonetheless, one that will widen their scope, understanding and experience in the floorball scene. Let's wish team Malaysia all the best as they journey to make the nation proud!
(Feel free to leave a note/comment of encouragement here to show your support to team Malaysia!
The least you can do is to support them!
All the best team Malaysia!)
The least you can do is to support them!
All the best team Malaysia!)
