SBBA holding Mr Kuching selection trial on April 4

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Andy Ismail

KUCHING: The Sarawak Bodybuilding Association (SBBA) is inviting local talents to the selection outing for this year’s Mr Kuching competition on April 4 at the Civic Centre Auditorium here.

SBBA coordinator for competitions, Andy Ismail, said the programme would start at 2pm.

“We are inviting bodybuilders from Kuching, Bau, Lundu, Sematan, Kota Samarahan, Serian and Sri Aman as well as Betong to come for the tryout.

“Those making the cut will then represent Kuching for this year’s Mr Sarawak on May 3, also at the Civic Centre Auditorium where they will go up against contenders from Sibu and Miri for the state honours,” he said in a press statement yesterday, adding that entries would be open to individuals and local gyms wishing to introduce their athletes.

According to Andy, there are eight categories for contestants this year; namely Masters for those aged 45 and above, Flyweight for those weighing between 55kg and 60kg, Bantamweight (60.1-65kg), Lightweight (65.1-70kg), Welterweight (70.1-75kg), Light Middleweight (75.1-80kg), Middleweight (80.1-85kg), and Light Heavyweight (85.1-90kg).

“Entry forms are available at the MSN Gym in the Civic Centre here, from March 9 up to the day before the tryout,” he said.

For more information, call Andy at 012-886 2220, Ruzlan Lotfi (014-289 2405), Donny Fam (012-854 7912), Lim Soon (012-809 1331) or Sonny Chia (016-899 8263).

The category winners of Mr Sarawak contest will represent the state in this year’s Mr Malaysia bodybuilding championships, to be hosted by Labuan on June 5-7.