KUALA LUMPUR – Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh will not be going on a witch-hunt against the heads of national sports associations (NSA), even if they are linked to political parties.
With the current unity government, Yeoh said she will look at the names of politicians that are at the helm of NSAs.
“If they can do their role well and perform, then of course they can continue.
“The most important thing is that sports get the benefits from the leadership style,” she said today after clocking in for her first day as youth and sports minister.
Having the right person for each role is crucial, and Yeoh said even though she did not expect to be the new minister, she believes she has what it takes to lead the ministry in the right direction.
“I did not expect that I would be chosen to lead the Youth and Sports Ministry. Some may say that because I am 43-years-old, I am not young enough to be holding this position.
“But if the ministers before me who are older can be chosen for this role, then there is no issue with me being here,” she said.
Yeoh added that although her only experience in sports was back in her school days, it does not mean that she is unfit to be minister.
“For example, we don’t expect the defence minister to be able to carry arms and weapons, do we?
“The most important thing is our policies. If it comes without ego and any personal agenda but simply to elevate our country’s sports, then I am sure I can carry out my responsibilities well,” said Yeoh.
Earlier today, Yeoh affirmed that the Safe Sport Act will be the new administration’s top priority, as data recorded on abuse and harassment involving national athletes is concerning. – The Vibes, December 6, 2022
