Some of the softball players during a training session with coach Abdul Kani Sapian

Bandar Seri Begawan - The Brunei Darussalam Amateur Softball and Baseball Association (BASBA) started their training on Monday evening at the Balapan Stadium, National Stadium Complex.

Seventeen elite and 17 training pool players have been selected. They are undergoing training to prepare for the South East Asian (SEA) Games, which will be hosted by Indonesia in 2011.

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Bandar Seri Begawan - The BSB Municipal Board department will be hosting a netball competition in conjunction with the 40th anniversary renaming of Bandar Brunei to Bandar Seri Begawan on Oct 24 at the Multipurpose Hall of Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium.

The competition is op-en to the public. Registration forms can be obtained at the lower level of BSB Municipal Board department at in Kumbang Pasang and the closing date for entries is Oct 5 at 3pm. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

Bandar Seri Begawan - Local basketball teams are invited to take part in the Youth Under-23 Basketball Tournament on Sept 11 at the Batu Bersurat basketball court.

The tournament is open to all residents of Brunei Darussalam born after September 1987. The closing date for entries is Sept 8.

Registration forms can be obtained at the Batu Bersurat basketball court or contact Louis at 8981773. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

Esmond Tan, a prominent figure in Brunei's basketball stage, said that he eats bananas and almonds for quick energy before hitting the gym.

Bandar Seri Begawan - The best athletes in the world know what they have to eat as it has been established that nutrition directly affects their performance.

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A majority of those interviewed have expressed the lack of confidence in purchasing sporting goods, apparel and equipment in Brunei, citing concerns of authenticity.

As the Sultanate's population continues to become more aware and realise the importance of healthy living, more and more are taking it to the gym for a workout but just how easy is it for those living in the country to obtain the necessary sporting gear and equipment on the go in Brunei?

Do people actually find the goods that they want in terms of value for money?

Going to the gym or simply going for a jog, people want to feel comfortable, while looking good.

But this might be easier said than done as many have expressed the lack of choice or security when purchasing branded sporting goods.

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