Syamsuddin Batolla, Persangi Banyuwangi Coach Dies In Accident On Pasuruan - Probolinggo Toll Road

JAKARTA - Sad news enveloped Banyuwangi football. Syamsuddin Batolla, head coach of Persangi Banyuwangi, died in an accident on the Pasuruan-Probolinggo Toll Road on Thursday (12/12/2024) early in the morning.

The departure of this figure, which is so meaningful for Laskar Blambangan, leaves deep sorrow for all members of the team. The President of Persangi, Handoko, expressed a deep sense of loss for Syamsuddin's passing.

"We really miss a very dedicated coach and also an important part of the Persangi extended family," said Handoko in his official statement.

So far, Syamsuddin has made a very large contribution to Persangi's development. His strong leadership and ability to mix the Persangi team. His departure certainly became a big enough loss for Laskar Blambangan.

In fact, before the incident, Syamsuddin Batolla was carrying out his duties as head coach of Persangi to attend the League 4 meeting manager in Surabaya.

Currently, Persangi Management and the extended family of the deceased are still trying to take care of all their needs related to the departure of their coach. Handoko ensured that everything including the return of coach Syamsuddin's body to Makassar was handled by the club's management.

"We ask for prayers to the people for the deceased. Hopefully everyone will be given courage," he said.

During his career as a player, Syamsuddin Batolla had strengthened Pelita Jaya, PKT Bontang, and PSM Makassar. His football career ended at Persim Maros, before hanging up his boots in 2003 and becoming a coach.