Subbuteo action at the Hamleys in Kuala Lumpur

On February 22, the players of the Hartamas Tigers Subbuteo Club in Kuala Lumpur had an exhibition at the famous Hamleys store. Two tables were set up for demos and friendly games and there will be more demos like this every last saturday of the month from now on. Stadiums were decorated with decals of the Hamleys brand but also with stickers of the current clubs partners (FISTF, WASPA, Singapore Subbuteo Association, Imagine games and the Minister of youth and sports). Coach Mike Dent and five young players were present to show the game to the visitors. The demo had a big impact as the "Star Newspaper" was present to cover to event and Mike Dent was interviewed by the reporter. On every subbuteo product sold in the shop, a sticker mentionned the existence of the Hartamas Tigers club. Well done for a great promotion!

Coach Mike Dent (right)

Promotion stickers on the boxes

Den Mulia visits Malaysia

The newly-formed Hartamas Subbuteo Club in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) had the visit of Yusni Den Mulia this week-end. The best Asian player of the moment spent some time playing and teaching the game with the current group of players. There are positive signs of development in Malaysia and there are good chances to see the first tournament in the country in the near future.

Way to go in Singapore

Last week-end two tournaments were held in Singapore under FISTF banner. We already reported the french triumph in the Satellite event but there was also a Future held on saturday with 12 players taking part. Not only it was the very first time a FISTF tournament was played with the swiss system but also it was important to report that two players from Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) were taking part. Every player had to play five games and at the end of the league table Giovanni Choong (Singapore Lions) came on top with 13 points. Amin Anis (Leste Aquila SC) was second with 12 points and qualified for the final. In the decisive game, Amin Anis won 1-0 to win the title. It was a great way to come back into the circuit after a one year break. Chihiro Takao was third and Jocelyn Goh was fourth.