In this interview, we talk to Subaish of Yishun Junior College. Under former national middle distance champion and record holder S.Pandian, this young man has been producing amazing result. We take a peek into his life

Coach: Mr S.Pandian

School: Yishun JC in / Year 2

Awards: National & Zone Colours

Highlights: ASEAN School 2002 (1.57, 1st)

Personal Best: 400m (51.20) , 800m (1.57), 1500m (4.20)

1. How did you get started with Track & Field

   Subaish: When i was in JC 1 year 2001 i took part in the Sports Day, i participated in 800m and surprisingly won the race with a time of 2.02. So after the Sports Day, my teacher approach me and told me i have potential and recommend me to Mr S.Pandian who at that time was coaching Northland Secondary. So when they train, i just came down and joined them

2. Other than track what else do you do?

   Subaish: I don’t have much time to play but if i do i’ll probably play pool or soccer as it’s fun. I’m pretty OK at pool, not good and not too bad either. Other than that i study to prepare for my ‘A’s

3. What’s your training like per week?

   Subaish: I train 4 times a week, 1 times daily. In those 4 days, i have 1 weight session, 1 long distance running and 2 track days

4. What motivate you to train?

   Subaish: I just basically want to be the best and the elite few. Also breaking Pandian record spurs me to train hard

5. Goals for this year?

   Subaish: To do well and focus on my ‘A’s. Long term i wish to qualify for 2005 SEA Games. To do that i need to do 1.50 in 800m at least

6. Any idols you look up to?

   Subaish: I’ve always admired Michael Johnson, Wilson Kipketer and Hicham El Guerrouj

7. Any last comments?

   Subaish: Believe in yourself and ‘Dare to Dream’

Subaish has exceptional qualities and making for a middle distance champion. ‘You are da man!’