Great news comes from the XIV West Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2025 arena in Bandung Regency. The Depok City men’s badminton team performed fiercely and immediately secured a spot in the semifinals.

Since the preliminary rounds on September 16–17, the Depok squad has been almost unstoppable. They swept all their matches clean, proving their dominance and champion mentality from the start of the competition.

The team manager stated on Thursday.

Two men’s singles players, Christian Caleb and Rifqy Ardiansyah, performed brilliantly, contributing crucial points. Meanwhile, the star doubles pair, Aldi Akram Setiawan and Al Fath Favian Devara, remained undefeated throughout the group stage.

Next, Depok will face Garut Regency in the semifinals. This match is predicted to be intense, as Garut also has a lineup of athletes with strong technique and stamina.

The manager emphasized, “Garut is not an easy opponent, but we are ready to fight with everything we have for the good name of Depok.”

On the other hand, the journey of the Depok women’s team ended earlier. They had to acknowledge the superiority of Sumedang Regency and Bandung City, although they managed to steal one point against Purwakarta.

However, Depok’s badminton campaign is not over yet. Several representatives are still competing in individual events, including Christian Caleb in men’s singles, Joanne Purusatami Putri Handoko and Alya Zafira in women’s singles, and the men’s doubles duo Al Fath Favian Devara and Aldi Akram Setiawan.

The manager remains optimistic that his athletes’ journey can continue successfully. “We want Depok to show its strength, not only in the team event but also in the individual sectors. The goal is clear: to return home with the best achievements for our beloved city,” he concluded.

XIV West Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2025

The XIV West Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2025 is a major multi-sport event for students across West Java, Indonesia. Historically, POPDA events are held to scout and develop young athletic talent at the regional level, serving as a qualifying competition for national championships. The 2025 edition will continue this tradition, promoting sportsmanship and healthy competition among the youth of West Java.

Bandung Regency

Bandung Regency is a region in West Java, Indonesia, surrounding the city of Bandung. Historically, it was a significant center of the Sundanese Kingdom and later became a major area for Dutch colonial plantations in the 19th century. Today, it is renowned for its scenic highland landscapes, tea plantations, and volcanic attractions like Tangkuban Perahu.

Depok City

Depok City is a city in West Java, Indonesia, originally established in the 17th century as a private agricultural estate by Cornelis Chastelein, a Dutch colonial official. It evolved from a small settlement into a major satellite city and educational hub for the nearby capital, Jakarta. Today, it is a densely populated urban center known for its universities and as a residential area for commuters.

Garut Regency

Garut Regency is a mountainous region in West Java, Indonesia, historically known as the “Switzerland van Java” for its scenic beauty. Its history is marked by its establishment in 1913, replacing the former Limbangan Regency. The area is renowned for its agriculture, particularly the distinctive Garut sheep, and its production of dodol, a traditional sweet.

Sumedang Regency

Sumedang Regency is a region in West Java, Indonesia, historically known as the seat of the Sumedang Larang Kingdom, a significant Hindu kingdom that preceded the Sultanate of Cirebon and Banten. Today, it is renowned for its scenic highland landscapes and its famous local culinary specialty, tahu Sumedang (fried tofu). The regency’s history is preserved at the Museum Prabu Geusan Ulun, which houses artifacts from its royal past.

Bandung City

Bandung is the capital of West Java, Indonesia, famously known as the “Paris of Java” for its art deco architecture, vibrant creative scene, and surrounding volcanic mountains. Historically, it gained prominence as a resort destination for European plantation owners during the Dutch colonial era and was the host city for the landmark 1955 Asia-Africa Conference. Today, it is a major hub for education, commerce, and Sundanese culture.

Purwakarta

Purwakarta is a city in West Java, Indonesia, which served as the administrative capital of the Karawang Regency before becoming an independent regency in 1968. Its name, meaning “a newly built city,” reflects its establishment in the 19th century as a new urban center. The city is known for its scenic landscapes, including the Jatiluhur Dam, and its role as a center for Sundanese culture.