U Mobile Supports The Visually-Impaired

U MOBILE SUPPORTS THE VISUALLY-IMPAIRED AT INTERNATIONAL BOWLING TOURNAMENT

U Mobile Sdn Bhd, Malaysia’s most dynamic and innovative telco service provider, continues its practice of a good corporate citizenship by sponsoring the 4th International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) World Tenpin Bowling Championships 2011.

U Mobile was proud to be the main sponsor of the international tournament where Malaysia played host to the tournament for the first time. The tournament featured talented bowlers who were visually impaired. The championship saw the participation of 140 delegates from 13 countries and was held on the 7th to the 16th October 2011 at Sunway Megalanes.

Speaking about the sponsorship initiative, Lisy Lee, U Mobile Sdn Bhd’s Head of Corporate Communications said “U Mobile has always aim to support and motivate talented individuals to develop their inner potential and excel in their areas of expertise. We are truly honoured to be part of an inspiring tournament and sporting initiative that encourages the disabled to pursue their dreams and showcase their talents.

The participants’ determination and spirit in the sport despite their imperfections too have inspired us and we respect their efforts and commitment in the game,” she added.

This international bowling championship for the blind is organized once in every four years by IBSA, and is aimed to promote integration of disabled people, particularly the blind. For more information on IBSA, log on to their website at http://www.ibsa4wtbc2011.com

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