ASCARO Hosts Women's Day Padel Tournament Where Winners Get To Play With Nicol David
The event offered an afternoon of padel, empowerment talks, live music, and prizes worth up to RM20,000.
By Laila Zain — 13 Mar 2024, 09:29 AM
ASCARO, the upscale padel brand in Malaysia, hosted a celebration on 9 March, in honour of International Women's Day
The event at ASCARO offered an afternoon of padel games, empowerment talks, live music, and exciting raffle prizes totalling up to RM20,000.
The occasion not only celebrated women but also welcomed everyone who was eager to enjoy a weekend of padel, socialising, and networking.
Proceeds from ticket sales were donated to support the Nicol David Organisation, which empowers youth through sports and education.
"Sport changed my life and now I want to give these opportunities back to children in hopes that someday they can dream big just like I did, and transform their lives through the empowerment of sport and education," said Nicol during the event.
The event included an exhibition match between padel pro players and a women's friendly tournament, while guests were treated to performances and entertainment later in the evening
The event kicked off with the arrival of VIP guests, delighting them with entertainment from local flautist, Fahani. In her opening speech, Datuk Yvonne Chia, a renowned businesswoman and the first female bank CEO in Malaysia, set the tone for an inspiring day ahead.
Meanwhile, the women's friendly tournament was open to the public, and the winning team was awarded the opportunity to play with Nicol David and Mariana De Reyes, CEO of Nicol David Organisation.
An exhibition match featuring Padel Pro Players and Coaches capped off the evening, followed by multiple raffle draws.
DJ LZZY and DJ Dora kept the party going late into the night by spinning crowd-favourite tunes, and ensured the dance floor was always buzzing with energy.
During the celebration, ASCARO named redONE Mobile as the official telecommunications partner and event's main presenter
"redONE Mobile stands united in our commitment to empowering and elevating sports in Malaysia. Today, as we celebrate International Women's Day, let us reflect on the incredible achievements of women in sports. Together, we can break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and create a future where every woman has the opportunity to excel and inspire, on and off the field," said Ameen Amaendran, Chief Executive Officer at redONE Mobile.
"By fostering connectivity and collaboration to support the Nicol David Organisation, we strive to empower our youth. Investing in their future is investing in a brighter tomorrow for all. Happy International Women's Day," Amaendran concluded.
Also contributing to the success of the event were Dunlopillo, Maison Fakhari, LVLY, and JD Sports, as well as year-long partners Volvo, One & Only, and Directors Think Tank.
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