BUILDING TOWARDS SEA GAMES 2029
Further ahead, with Singapore set to host the 2029 SEA Games, SGEA wants to make sure both teams and supporters are ready.
Mr Ng said that the association is working with regional partners to harmonise game titles for the event, so countries can train their athletes with greater certainty.
Singapore’s preparations must also begin early, Mr Ng stressed, starting with identifying the titles where its players have the best chance of success.
“What we must do is identify the titles we believe that (we) will be good at, and after that, start building the team … We have the time to make sure that the team which comes up for that will be the best,” he said
Beyond performance, Mr Ng hopes to foster stronger community support for local teams.
The association is also exploring grassroots efforts such as community events and watch parties to bring players and fans together.
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