I have been told by many many officials that its because our boys and girls are not hungry for victory that causes us to do badly in the International Arena after 12yo.
My coffee is telling me that may not be the full or correct picture. Go to Penang Open. Do you see our juniors there?
In Vietnam for instance, they were in training 6 months before Asean. Singapore has training all year round. The Association has a full time coach that collects database of competitors.
Before 12 we have the talent. After 12 its about the preparation. I have said that the type of preparation we need, to do well after 12, is beyond the resources of parents. Think on it. Can the parents pay for a coach to collect database? Can they organise a National Squad for constant training?
So question. Is it the kids that are not hungry or the officials? If you are in Penang have a good look. If not take a look at your next tournament where the juniors are present. What does the evidence say? Is it fair to put the blame on the kids?
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