The Grand Final of the Indonesia Junior League (IJL) 2024, embodying the spirit of competition and celebrating youth soccer talent, was successfully held at the Yonif Mekanis 201 Jaya Yudha Soccer Field in East Jakarta last week. A total of 1,200 participants, including players, coaches, and supporters, gathered for this pinnacle event to witness the impressive performances of eight U-10 teams and eight U-12 teams competing for the championship title.

In recent years, Aice Group has consistently demonstrated its commitment to advancing Indonesia's younger generation and fostering the country’s sports ecosystem by returning as the main partner of the IJL this year.

Sylvana, Senior Brand Manager of Aice Group, highlighted that the IJL Grand Final provides an excellent opportunity for young players to showcase their skills while fostering friendships and sportsmanship among participants. “Aice is incredibly proud to be a part of the Indonesia Junior League (IJL), a sports competition focused on developing young talent in Indonesia, particularly in soccer. Over the past three years, Aice has consistently supported the IJL, which has successfully nurtured thousands of talented young players. We believe that every experience on the field not only builds strong character but also strengthens their resilience to become determined individuals,” Sylvana stated.

Sylvana further emphasized the importance of youth-level competitions as a foundational step in creating future generations of accomplished athletes. “At this event, Aice distributed thousands of its newest innovative ice cream product, Aice Crispy Balls, to players and spectators as a form of support, making the event a sweet memory that enhances camaraderie and sportsmanship among young players,” she added.

Featuring layers of chocolate and malt combined with chocolate biscuit bits, Aice Crispy Balls represent the spirit of sportsmanship and innovation designed especially for Indonesians to experience joy and unity through this product. This ice cream adds a touch of happiness to the IJL participants, aligning with Aice’s mission to continuously innovate and deliver the best products to consumers across Indonesia.

Welcoming Aice’s support, Drg. Tia Herfiana, Sp. KG, CEO of the Indonesia Junior League, expressed appreciation for Aice's unwavering contribution to the development of youth soccer in Indonesia.

“We deeply value Aice’s support in creating a positive ecosystem for children to compete and grow. With partners like Aice, we hope more young talents will have the opportunity to excel and bring Indonesia to the global stage,” said Tia.

IJL Produces Numerous Young Talents

The IJL Grand Final has become a prestigious platform for bright young talents who shine through fierce competition among soccer clubs and communities in the U-10 and U-12 categories.

In the U-10 category, FFF Academy claimed the Championship Series title, surpassing Tunas Jakarta in second place, while Indonesia Muda Utara and ISA MB secured third and fourth positions, respectively.

In the Plate Series, Java Soccer Academy emerged victorious, followed by Prima Soccer School, Surya Bakti Cilegon, and Brazilian SS Serpong. Individual awards were given to Gabrian Alvaro (Village FS) as Top Scorer, Dhaneswara Aryasuta (FFF Academy) as Best Player, Syafiq Ibrahim (Tunas Jakarta) as Best Goalkeeper, and Dimas Yogo (FFF Academy) as Best Coach.

Meanwhile, the U-12 category saw ISA MB crowned as the Championship Series winner, with Pantera Subang as the runner-up, and ABZ FA and Maesa in third and fourth places.

In the Plate Series of this age group, Tunas Muda Cibitung clinched the top spot, followed by Putra Agung, Surya Bakti Cilegon, and Indonesia Muda Utara. Individual honors were awarded to M Azmi (Tunas Muda Cibitung) as Top Scorer, Alba Cavani (ISA MB) as Best Player, Ayi Maulana (Pantera Subang) as Best Goalkeeper, and Viqi Dwi (ISA MB) as Best Coach.

This balanced distribution of titles reflects the diverse young talents from various regions, strengthening IJL’s role as a strategic platform for nurturing Indonesia's golden generation in soccer.

Continuous Support for CSR in Education & Youth Sports

Through collaboration with various stakeholders, Aice remains optimistic about Indonesia’s immense potential to become a powerhouse in Asian sports. In the future, Aice is committed to continually supporting competitions like the IJL and creating spaces for children to grow both on and off the field.

Aice’s support for the IJL aligns with the company’s vision of implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs focused on the development of health, sports, and education for Indonesia’s younger generation. Through the #15HariAiceBerbagiSehat campaign held monthly, Aice also promotes a healthy and active lifestyle among the public.

Previously, Aice has actively participated in various youth sports activities, from Early Childhood Sports Festivals to the distribution of 10,000 ice creams and 500 soccer balls to soccer schools across Indonesia.

“We believe that with consistent support from various parties, Indonesia is moving closer to achieving its ambitious goals in the world of sports. Through the IJL and our ongoing CSR programs, we hope to continue inspiring and motivating Indonesia’s younger generation to achieve their dreams,” concluded Sylvana.

Source : wartalombok.com