NSC: We have other divers who can fill in for Kimberly at next year’s SEA Games


NILAI: The National Sports Council (NSC) believe Kimberly Bong’s (pic) departure from the national diving team will not significantly affect Malaysia’s medal chances at the Thailand SEA Games next year.

Deputy director-general Jefri Ngadirin said they respect Kimberly’s decision to quit the national programme.

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