K2K Juara Sports Career Day 2024 inspires youth to dream big through sports

SHAH ALAM - The K2K Juara Sports Career Day on Dec 7 brought together youth, industry leaders, and community stakeholders, transforming Jumpstart 65 in Kuala Lumpur into a vibrant hub of inspiration and opportunity.

The event showcased the vast career potential in sports, extending far beyond the playing field.

Blending education, inspiration, and community engagement, the initiative aimed to empower participants to see sports as a catalyst for personal and professional growth.

It formed part of the broader K2K Juara programme, which emphasises life skills and diverse career pathways to inspire future leaders.

The event featured an impressive lineup of speakers representing coaching, officiating, sports management, media, and other fields.

Held at Jumpstart 65 in Kuala Lumpur, the event blended inspiration, education and community connection, aiming to show that sports careers extend far beyond the playing field. Photo: K2K Juara

These industry experts shared personal stories and insights, painting a vivid picture of the extensive opportunities within the sports ecosystem.

K2K Juara Project Director and padangbolasepak.com founder Khalilul Rahman highlighted the programme's mission that it embodies K2K Juara’s vision of unlocking potential through sports.

"Our goal is to show young people that the world of sports is as vast as their dreams and to equip them with the tools to make those dreams a reality," he said.

Interactive exhibits from sports-related organisations allowed attendees to gain hands-on experience and network with industry figures.

K2K Juara’s success is rooted in collaboration. Supported by founders Think City, the technical expertise of the Football Association of Selangor (FAS), and management by padangbolasepak.com, the programme has been a beacon of inspiration since its launch in May.

Held at Jumpstart 65 in Kuala Lumpur, the event blended inspiration, education and community connection, aiming to show that sports careers extend far beyond the playing field. Photo: K2K Juara

Through futsal clinics, health workshops, and career sessions, it has actively fostered community connections.

As K2K Juara looks ahead, its commitment to creating inclusive spaces for youth to thrive remains unwavering. The programme is building a brighter, more connected future for all by continuing grassroots initiatives and fostering collaboration.

For more information or to get involved, visit padangbolasepak.com/k2k-juara or follow them on Instagram at @k2kjuara.