The Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) XIV West Java 2025 has officially concluded, with Depok City achieving impressive results. From the 16 sports participated in, the Depok contingent successfully collected 49 medals: 10 gold, 19 silver, and 20 bronze.

This achievement is considered clear evidence of the development of student sports in Depok. “Thankfully, our athletes have fought to the best of their abilities and the results are commendable. Depok has now risen to 9th place out of 27 regencies/cities, an improvement from POPDA 2023 where it finished in 10th place,” it was stated.

Karate as the Main Star

Among all the sports, karate performed most prominently with 8 medals, including 5 golds which led Depok to become the overall champion in that event. Meanwhile, taekwondo added 5 medals, swimming 6 medals, athletics 4 medals, badminton 3 medals, and gymnastics 4 medals. Several other sports such as rowing, archery, pencak silat, kempo, tarung derajat, and tennis also contributed medals.

Bonuses and Preparation for the Next Event

It was confirmed that the medal-winning athletes will receive awards in the form of bonuses or development funds. “This achievement is something to be grateful for, and of course we will support it with appreciation. Next, we are preparing for the Popnas event while awaiting further guidance,” it was explained.

Appreciation was also conveyed to all parties who played a role in this success. “Thank you for the hard work and support from all sides. Our athletes have proven that Depok deserves to be reckoned with at the provincial level,” it was added.

Details of Depok’s Medal Tally at POPDA XIV West Java 2025:

  • Karate: 8 medals (5 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze)

  • Taekwondo: 5 medals (1 gold, 1 silver, 3 bronze)

  • Swimming: 6 medals (2 silver, 4 bronze)

  • Athletics: 4 medals (2 silver, 2 bronze)

  • Badminton: 3 medals (1 gold, 2 bronze)

  • Gymnastics: 4 medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze)

  • Other sports (rowing, archery, pencak silat, kempo, tarung derajat, tennis): additional medals

With these results, Depok affirms itself as one of the cities with significant potential in the West Java student sports scene.

Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) XIV West Java 2025

The Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) XIV West Java 2025 is a major multi-sport event for student athletes across West Java, Indonesia. It serves as a competitive platform to promote youth sports development and select talented athletes to represent the province at the national level. While the event itself is a recurring competition, the 2025 edition will continue this tradition, fostering sportsmanship and healthy competition among the region’s students.

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 hub, officially gaining its status as an independent city in 1999. Today, it is a significant economic and educational center, forming part of the Greater Jakarta metropolitan area.

West Java

West Java is an Indonesian province on the island of Java, historically home to the Sundanese people and the influential Hindu Kingdom of Pajajaran. It is a region of great natural beauty, featuring the active volcano Mount Tangkuban Perahu, tea plantations, and the bustling modern capital city of Bandung. The area is also renowned for its distinct cultural arts, such as Angklung music and traditional Wayang Golek puppet theater.

karate

Karate is a martial art that originated in the Ryukyu Kingdom (now Okinawa, Japan), developing from indigenous fighting methods and influences from Chinese martial arts. It primarily consists of striking techniques using punches, kicks, knee strikes, and open-handed techniques. In the early 20th century, it was systematically introduced to mainland Japan and later spread worldwide, becoming both a sport and a practice focused on self-discipline and self-defense.

taekwondo

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that was formally developed in the 1950s after the end of the Japanese occupation of Korea, though its roots trace back to ancient Korean martial arts like Taekkyeon. It is characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques. In 1988, it became an Olympic demonstration sport and was officially included as a medal sport in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games.

pencak silat

Pencak silat is a traditional martial art originating from the Southeast Asian archipelago, with roots in Indonesia, Malaysia, and other regional cultures. Historically, it was developed for self-defense and survival, with its techniques often kept secret within families or villages. Today, it is recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO and is practiced both as a combat sport and a performing art.

tarung derajat

Tarung Derajat is an Indonesian full-contact martial art that was developed in the 1960s by Achmad Dradjat. It is officially recognized as a national sport and is known for its aggressive striking techniques, which combine punches, kicks, elbows, and knees. The name translates to “Fight by Degree” or “Staged Fight,” reflecting its systematic approach to combat.

Popnas

I am unable to provide a summary for “Popnas” as I cannot find any significant cultural sites, landmarks, or places with that specific name in my knowledge base. It’s possible the name may be misspelled, refer to a very local or new establishment, or be a private location. If you have more context or can verify the spelling, I would be happy to try again.