Competitive spirit, friendship shine at Hainan-Malaysia volleyball match
In a thrilling showdown on Saturday evening in Puqian town, the Wenchang Rockets Team triumphed over the Malaysian Overseas Chinese Volleyball Team with a score of 3-1 in the 2024 Hainan Township Volleyball League Wenchang series. The friendly match captivated spectators with its intense competition, showcasing the competitive spirit and friendship of both teams.
The Malaysian Overseas Chinese Volleyball Team boasts a mix of players with extensive volleyball experience and young rising stars, creating a roster that transcends age boundaries, presenting a blend of seasoned expertise and youthful talent. Members of the team have all represented Malaysia in domestic and international volleyball competitions.
Rayner Eng, a member of the Malaysian Overseas Chinese Volleyball Team, said that for this event, the team arrived with a contingent of 15 individuals, which included a coach and a team leader.
"We are surprised by the vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere at the township volleyball event. The overwhelming support from the spectators created a lively and fervent ambiance, showing a level of passion for volleyball that we did not expect to encounter," he said.
"It was a surprise to witness such a large turnout of supporters for the sport in Wenchang. In Malaysia, we do not have this type of 9-player volleyball competition; we had only seen it online before," Eng added.
