National Coach Amir Gani Prepares Athletes for International Competition

preparing athletes for the heightened intensity and speed of international competitions. To achieve this, they have been incorporating former national athletes as sparring partners to create a more competitive training environment. He expressed the need for athletes to grasp the dynamics of international bouts, which differ significantly from local fights in Singapore, underscoring that these matches are far from simple.

Gani remains optimistic about the ability of his team to compete against the best in Asia, setting a goal of earning at least four medals at the championship. However, he believes that achieving medals is just one part of a larger vision. His ultimate aspiration is for many Singapore athletes to qualify for the SEA Games, highlighting the significance of a successful championship event as a stepping stone toward this goal.

Looking ahead to the SEA Games slated for December, Gani acknowledges the tough competition ahead, particularly against formidable teams like Thailand, along with Malaysia and the Philippines. He understands the pressure inherent in such competitions, but he is confident that this pressure can be harnessed to improve performance.