Development of Singapore’s Sporting Scene
Read about the remarkable development of Singapore's sports scene, starting from its challenges during the Great Depression to its remarkable resurgence, which led to the emergence of inter-school competitions and the establishment of the prestigious Singapore Sports School. The pinnacle of this impressive journey was when the city-state proudly hosted the inaugural Youth Olympic Games, leaving an enduring impact on the global sports landscape.
Physical Education and Sports in Singapore Schools (Part I): Through the Last Millennium
Trace the development of physical education and sports in Singapore from colonial times. Read all about it here.
Physical Education and Sports in Singapore Schools (Part II): Developing National Sports Talents
Discover the journeys that schools embarked upon to re-establish inter-school sporting events after World War II, and initial forays into the international sporting arena. Read all about it here.
Establishment of the Singapore Sports Council
The Singapore Sports Council (SSC) was established on 1 October 1973 following the merger of the National Sports Promotion Board (NSPB) and the National Stadium Corporation (NSC). It aimed to improve the health and quality of life of Singaporeans through the promotion of sports and recreation. Learn more about it here.
Establishment of the National Sports Promotion Board
Established on 1 February 1971, the National Sports Promotion Board (NSPB) was a statutory body dedicated to the development and promotion of sports in Singapore. Read more about it here.
Key Highlights and MilestonesFrom festivities to legends, learn about the various events, people and groups that helped raise the sporting bar Singapore holds today.
Notable Infrastructure
To raise a spirited sporting sector, key infrastructure from buildings to organisations needed to be put in place to raise budding athletes suitable to compete on the international stage. Read more about them in the link below:
Notable Personalities
History's greats are built off the victories before it. Singapore's sporting history is rich with athletes who have consistently proved our island nation formidable in their respective sports. Chua Chong Jin recalls the glory and achievements of some of Singapore’s greatest athletes. Read more about it here.
