TPM 10s: KRFC Blackcatz emerged as the champion of the cup category

KUCHING, 11 Oct: KRFC Blackcatz emerged as the cup category champion at the highly respected Grandmaster Amar Haji Fadillah bin Haji Yusof Deputy Prime Minister Second edition (TPM 10s) Rugby Championship held at Padang Song Kheng Hai today.

The success saw KRFC Blackcatz dominate the main competition categories, thus strengthening the team's position in local rugby.

UTP Drillers came second, while Sibu Rugby were third and WORC fourth for the cup category.

The award ceremony was completed by the Political Secretary to Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, Irwan Zulkarnaian Muhammad Hasbie representing Deputy Prime Minister, Datuk Amar Fadillah Yusof.

It was attended by the Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industries and Performing Arts (MTCP), Datu Morshidi Fredrick, as well as Chief Executive Officer of Sarawak Sports Corporation, Mu'azamir Jili.

In the plate category, Wolfpack were crowned champions, while Asajaya RC emerged as runners-up.

The bowl category saw Customs RC claim the championship title followed by UNIMAS Lycans as runners-up.

Meanwhile, the Olddays Blues emerged champions in the shield category, while the Titan Boys took second place.

The promotion of the TPM 10s Second Edition is an important platform in strengthening the development of rugby sport in Sarawak, as well as encouraging player participation and strengthening ties between clubs and rugby community.

The tournament also reflected a continuous effort in cultivating the spirit of sport, discipline and teamwork, as well as providing space for players to hone their talents and improve game quality.