Udayana University Rector Sends Off 27 Athletes to POMNAS XIX in Central Java

Jimbaran – Udayana University Rector Prof. I Ketut Sudarsana, accompanied by the Vice Rector for Student Affairs, officially sent off 27 athletes who will represent the BAPOMI Bali contingent at the 19th National Student Sports Week (POMNAS XIX). The event is scheduled to take place in Central Java, specifically in Semarang and Surakarta, from September 19 to 27, 2025. The symbolic send-off was marked by the presentation of contingent attributes to a representative athlete, held at the Bangsa Room, Rectorate Building, Jimbaran Campus, on Thursday (September 4, 2025). Also present at the ceremony were Deputy Deans for Student Affairs, Head of Student Affairs Bureau, Chairperson of the Udayana Student Creative Center, and the BKM Team.

The committee chairman, I Made Budiastrawan, explained that Udayana University is part of and strengthening the BAPOMI (Indonesian Student Sports Development Board) contingent, which has sent a total of 109 athletes. Out of these, 27 athletes are from Udayana University, representing 7 faculties: 3 from Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB), 5 from Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), 3 from Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), 3 from Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), 8 from Faculty of Medicine (FK), 2 from Faculty of Engineering (FT), and 3 from Faculty of Law (FH). These 27 athletes were selected through a rigorous process at the university level, followed by provincial-level selection in BAPOMI Bali.

At POMNAS XIX, there will be 17 sports disciplines contested, and Udayana University will compete in 10 sports categories: Athletics (1 athlete), Chess (1), Archery (4), Sport Climbing (2), Pencak Silat (1), Petanque (1), Swimming (1), Taekwondo (2), Tarung Derajat (1), and Basketball (11). All athletes are expected to perform at their best and bring honor to Udayana University. This achievement is not only a pride for the university but also a golden opportunity for the athletes as Udayana students to compete in this prestigious biennial national sports event.

Meanwhile, in his remarks, Rector Prof. I Ketut Sudarsana expressed his highest pride and appreciation to all athletes who have trained hard with discipline and upheld sportsmanship. He acknowledged that the journey to this day has not been easy, involving sweat, sacrifice, and fatigue. However, he reminded them that every drop of sweat is the fuel for achievement. He encouraged the athletes to never doubt their abilities, as they are trained, ready, and deserving to compete at the national level. True victory is not just about medals but about the courage to face challenges, maintaining sportsmanship, and believing that every effort will bear fruit.

"Remember, when you step into the arena, you carry not only your own name but also that of your beloved family, Udayana University, and the land of Bali. Therefore, compete with full confidence, never give up, and always uphold sportsmanship," the Rector advised the athletes.

The Rector hopes the athletes will demonstrate to Indonesia the spirit and excellence of Udayana University through their performances.