Sarawak Dominates Pulau Pinang in Resounding 97-61 Victory

## Sarawak Cruises to Decisive Victory at SMJK Chung Ling On a high-energy Monday, June 8, 2026, the Sarawak MSSM team delivered a masterclass in offensive basketball, dismantling Pulau Pinang with a lopsided 97-61 final score. From the opening tip-off, Sarawak asserted their dominance, setting an aggressive tone with a massive 34-point first quarter. By establishing an early cushion, they neutralized Pulau Pinang's momentum, leaving the visitors scrambling to find an answer for the relentless pace of the Sarawak offense. ## Offensive Firepower and Balanced Attack The victory was fueled by a stellar individual performance from Edward Ting Fang Wei, who led the scoring efforts with 22 points. His ability to penetrate the defense provided a consistent spark, supported well by Kelvin Yeo and Wong Wen Xiao, who added 16 and 13 points respectively. While Pulau Pinang struggled to sustain their defensive integrity, Ooi Ze Kai provided a glimmer of resistance for the visitors, fighting hard in the paint to secure an impressive 13 rebounds and contributing 11 points in a spirited double-double effort. ## A Complete Team Effort Sarawak’s depth was on full display as they outscored their opponents in every quarter except for a tightly contested final frame, which ended in a 16-16 deadlock. By maintaining a high tempo and executing their transition plays effectively, Sarawak never allowed Pulau Pinang to bridge the widening gap. Despite strong individual efforts from Pulau Pinang’s Wong Ze Kai and Chan Zhi Juin, who both logged 12 points, the overwhelming synergy of the Sarawak squad ultimately dictated the outcome. This emphatic 36-point win in the MSSM Penang U18 tournament serves as a major statement of intent for Sarawak as they look to build on this momentum heading into the remainder of the competition.