People in Malaysia don't take sports seriously because it is not in our culture to do so.  Look at the many parents who drill their kids in academic performance; now compare that with those who support their kids when they pick up a basketball or win a local football competition.

We can't blame them though, its the environment we're in that is not conducive for sports.  Can't blame the government either, because they respond to peoples needs.  All we seem to be fighting for are cheaper petrol prices, food subsidies,toll prices..etc.  How many times do you see politicians fight for sports recognition?
Nearly none at all. Why? Because they are not going to win majority votes by voicing out such causes which only a handful care about.

We as a nation must see the importance of sports and the potential it can bring to our countries development and progress.  The day will come, only when we ourselves change.