Misbun’s influence over BAM’s junior players still hold sway

In happier times: Datuk Misbun Sidek (left) and BAM president Tan Sri Norza Zakaria shaking hands during a photo call.

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Misbun Sidek may have left the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) for good but his shadow still looms large.

The 63-year-old’s training programme is still being followed by the junior coaches and players in the BAM and his former charges still keep in touch with him for advice and encouragement.