Former sprint king Nordin nurtures next generation


Nordin giving a high five to one of his students during a training session at EduCity Stadium in Iskandar Puteri. — THOMAS YONG/The Star

HIS years of experience representing Malaysia in international competitions, including two Olympics, has spurred former national sprinter Nordin Jadi to mould future ones.

The 60-year-old grandfather set up his independent club, Nadi Juara Aktif Cergas (NJAC) in 2005 to groom track-and-field athletes.

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