Touch 'n Go Group Strengthens Commitment to Youth Sports as Corporate Partner of SRAFTKL Junior Squash Championships

Touch 'n Go Group, comprising Touch 'n Go Sdn Bhd and TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, has made a significant commitment to squash in Malaysia by becoming the official corporate partner for the Squash Racquets Association of Federal Territory Kuala Lumpur (“SRAFTKL”) Junior Squash Championships for a 3-year term. It is also the corporate partner for the inaugural Touch 'n Go Group SRAFTKL Junior Open Squash Championship 2025.  

As a homegrown brand, Touch 'n Go Group's strategic partnership with SRAFTKL demonstrates its unwavering commitment to community-building and youth development, and cultivating national pride through sports. This collaboration also aligns with the Group's sustainability goal of empowering communities and fostering inclusive growth. Having supported SRAFTKL as a platinum partner for the past three years, the Group is now reinforcing its commitment its commitment on a larger scale with this corporate partnership.

Commenting on this continued collaboration, Praba Sangarajoo, CEO of Touch ‘n Go Sdn Bhd, said, “At Touch 'n Go, we are committed to supporting educational initiatives and believe that sports play an equally vital role in shaping future generations. Through this partnership, we aim to provide young athletes with the opportunities, training, and resources they need to excel. We hope to cultivate values of discipline, resilience, and excellence, empowering these young talents to grow into well-rounded individuals who can compete at the highest levels, ultimately nurturing future champions who will bring honour to Malaysia on the global arena.”

Beyond supporting junior squash tournaments, Touch 'n Go Group’s commitment extends to enhancing coaching initiatives and providing greater access to squash workshops and lessons for young Malaysians. This strategic effort aims to nurture emerging talent by offering quality training in world-class facilities while building connections between young players and sporting legends who can inspire and guide their journeys.

Alan Ni, CEO of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd, commended SRAFTKL for their dedication to driving the growth of the sport among junior talents, adding, “At TNG Digital, we see sport as more than competition — it’s a gateway to broader opportunities. By supporting junior squash talent, we are helping young Malaysians build the confidence to succeed both on and off the court, while also connecting them to the benefits of digital and financial access.

This reflects the values we hold close at TNG Digital — Love for our community, an Entrepreneurial drive to unlock potential, Agility to adapt to the future, and Passion to inspire progress. Together, we’re shaping a generation that’s ready to leap forward in every way.”

Steven Kwan, President of SRAFTKL expressed enthusiasm about the new partnership, saying, “We are delighted to have Touch 'n Go Group as a corporate partner in the development of junior squash in Malaysia. With their support, we can ensure better resources, training and targeted programmes for both players and coaches, ultimately helping to nurture the next generation of squash champions.”

Syed Kebir, Organising Chairman of the Touch 'n Go Group SRAFTKL Junior Open Squash Championship 2025 added, “This partnership with Touch ‘n Go Group is a game-changer for junior squash in Kuala Lumpur and beyond. The inaugural Touch 'n Go Group SRAFTKL Junior Open Squash Championship 2025 stands as a flagship initiative under this meaningful corporate partnership. It will set the stage for young talents to showcase their skills in a highly competitive environment, and we are excited to witness the future of Malaysian squash unfold."  

The Touch ‘n Go Group SRAFTKL Junior Open Squash Championship will take place from 15 to 20 April 2025 at the National Sports Council Squash Courts, Jalan Duta and the Astaka Sports Complex, Petaling Jaya. As a brand-new tournament in the Asian Junior Squash circuit calendar, it has already attracted a total of 583 young players from 14 countries, an incredible achievement that showcases Malaysia’s position as a key player in the global squash community. The tournament will feature six age categories for both boys and girls: U9, U11, U13, U15, U17, and U19.

SRAFTKL has an extensive Junior Development Programme which has been on-going for 26 years, since 1998. There are currently more than 130 junior players of various age categories under the guidance of experienced and certified coaches. With the systematic and dedicated coaching staff, SRAFT has produced many young talents with successes in the local and international competitions.