Kotabaru, South Kalimantan (ANTARA) - Deputy Speaker of Kotabaru DPRD Awaludin was elected by acclamation to chair the Kotabaru chapter of the Indonesian National Sports Committee (KONI) for 2026-2030 period at the Regency Sports Conference in Tanah Bumbu.
Being elected by acclamation as the sole candidate is not just a formality. For Awaludin, this demonstrates the absolute trust of all sports (cabor) in "the Land of Saijaan" who are eager for continued success.
"By saying Bismillahirrahmanirrahim, I accept this mandateand and will carry it out with full responsibility," he remarked in Tanah Bumbu, Saturday.
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Awaludin stated that he would lead KONI to be a competitive sports contestant in South Kalimantan.
The target he set is not a joke. While Kotabaru was previously proud to be at the sixth place, Awaludin is now confidently eyeing the main podium in South Kalimantan.
"We've just set a target for KONI to achieve top three. I will take responsibility and insya Allah (God willing) we will achieve the target together," he said.
He emphasized that achievement do not come from individual effort. He envisons the future of Kotabaru KONI as a transperant, accountable, and most importantly partisipative organization.
He wants to make this institution as a "shared home" for all sports professionals, from coaches in the field to fighting athletes.
Synergy with all stakeholders will be the key. A well-thought-out strategy is being prepared to ensure that every drop of athletes' sweat on the field results in medals and pride.
"Let's further improve Kotabaru's sport achievements. Through a solid strategy, we will realize sporting achievement toward a Great Kotabaru (Kotabaru Hebat)," he concluded.
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