At Mouratoglou Academy Malaysia (MAM) at Epsom College Malaysia, our structured approach to development continues to provide players with the right balance of competitive exposure, performance opportunities, and long-term progression. As we move deeper into the season, this period showcased a strong blend of team competition, individual tournament play, and continued presence on both regional and international stages.
Team Success: FOBISIA Tennis Tournament (5–9 March 2026)
MAM players delivered an impressive showing at the FOBISIA Tennis Tournament, competing across multiple age categories against strong international school opposition. This event remains a key platform for our student-athletes to experience team-based competition while maintaining individual performance standards.
Championship Category Highlights:
- Jiwoo H. – Under 13 Girls Champion
- Mei U. – Under 15 Girls Champion
- Haqim K. – Under 15 Boys Champion
- Sirui J. – U10 Runner-Up
- Moses L. – Under 13 Boys Runner-Up
- Aqil A. – Open 15 Boys Runner-Up
- Kazuna M. – U11 Third Place
Plate Category Results:
- Antonio D. – Under 15 Boys Plate Runner-Up
- Matthieu F. – Under 15 Boys Plate 2nd Runner-Up
Other Notable Performances:
- Yordan T. – Open 15 Boys Plate Quarter-finalist
- Alexandre S. – Under 15 Boys Bowl semi-finalist
- Alicia F. – Under 13 Girls Quarter-finalist
This competition highlighted not only individual success, but also the players’ ability to compete within a team environment, an important aspect of their overall development.
Regional Circuit Progression: ATF 14&U Penang & Perak
Our players continued their development on the Asian circuit, competing in back-to-back ATF 14&U events. These tournaments are key stepping stones, exposing players to higher match intensity and regional competition standards.
ATF 14&U Penang – Final Results:
- Jiwoo H. – 4th Position
- Mei U. – 7th Position
- Seina M. – 12th Position
- Matthieu F. – 10th Position
- Antonio D. – 12th Position
- Rolando S. (Camper) – 26th Position
- Alexandre S. – 29th Position
ATF 14&U Perak – Final Results:
- Matthieu F. – 7th Position
- Mei U. – 9th Position
- Jiwoo H. – 10th Position
- Antonio D. – 10th Position
- Seina M. – 12th Position
- Rolando S. (Camper) – 13th Position
- Kanza I. – 19th Position
- Alexandre S. – 20th Position
Overall, these events provided valuable match volume and learning opportunities, particularly in adapting to different opponents and conditions across consecutive tournaments.
Continuing Competitive Rhythm: UTR Weekend Competition IV (11–12 April 2026)
Back at our home base, MAM hosted another UTR event to ensure players maintain regular match play alongside their training schedules.
Main Draw Results:
- An K. – Junior 2 Runner-Up
- Kaiyu L. – Junior 3 Runner-Up
- Kanza I. – Junior 2 3rd Place
- Taishi K. – Junior 2 4th Place
These competitions remain a key pillar of our programme, reinforcing the importance of applying training in real match scenarios and building consistency over time.
International Pathway: ITF Malaysia Tour (April 2026)
Our players continued to challenge themselves on the international circuit, competing in higher-level events within Malaysia.
At the ITF J300 Kuching:
Singles:
- Shivali G. – Qualified; reached 2nd Round Main Draw
- Ha-An P., Jaehun K., Rishvan I. – 1st Round Qualifying
Doubles:
- Ha-An P. / Shivali G. – 1st Round Main Draw
At the ITF J200 Kuala Lumpur:
Singles:
- Shivali G. – Qualified; reached 2nd Round Main Draw
- Ha-An P., Jaehun K. – 2nd Round Qualifying
- Rishvan I., Aqil A. – 1st Round Qualifying
Competing at J300 and J200 level tournaments represents a significant step up in intensity. These events are critical in bridging the gap between junior competition and higher-performance international tennis.
Head Coach’s Perspective
This period reflects the strength and structure of our competitive pathway. From team events like FOBISIA, to regional ATF tournaments, consistent UTR competitions, and ITF international exposure, our players are experiencing a well-rounded journey. What is particularly encouraging is the players’ ability to transition between different levels and formats of competition while continuing to develop their identity on court. Results will always fluctuate, but the key focus remains on growth, learning, and long-term progression.
As we move forward, we remain committed to providing each athlete with the right balance of challenge and support, ensuring they continue to develop not just as players, but as confident and resilient individuals.
Mr Hussein Rashid
Head Coach