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上週我分享了一個瘋狂的想法。

一個還沒有任何資源，甚至談不上「計劃」的想法。

如果我們從零開始，建立一支全新的籃球隊——沒有球員，沒有主場，沒有贊助商，只靠日本的思維方式，和一群願意一起瘋的人，會怎麼樣？

老實說，我當時只是想把這個念頭寫下來。也沒指望什麼。頂多當作一場夢，或者說，是寫給夢想者看的信。

但出乎意料的是——有人回應了。

第一道回聲出現了

大多數人說想改變，但都在等別人開始行動。

這次不一樣。

有朋友私訊我說：「我這邊有球員，如果你要開始，我挺你。」

然後，SFL訓練中心也聯絡我，說願意提供支援，和我們一起推動這個計劃。

然後，就是你們。

有位來自柔佛的讀者私訊說：

「以社區驅動型的球隊，確實很讓人興奮。看到自己地區或者州屬的球隊比賽，那種歸宿感會讓人自動和主動的想要支持球隊。

他甚至還分析了地點選擇的問題，他說到：

在籃球文化不高的區域建立，相對一定比較難，但是在已經有太多球會的地方建立，又會有太大的競爭關係。我的建議是在一個有中級籃球人口，但是該地區球隊較少的區域起步會比較適合.。近年隨著籃球活動的頻繁，可以看到是有這個趨勢往上升，所以我相信可以做到的。

還有一位讀者建議可以考慮從檳城出發：

「檳城有不少室內球場，檳城人蠻支持籃球，有熱潮，而且檳城的社區意識也相當強。」

另一位則提到了我們長期都知道、卻很少公開說的問題：

「馬來西亞缺少真正的機會，我看到很多天賦很好的球員都在18歲後放棄籃球，希望真的有平臺給大家追夢。」

還有一些讀者私訊，不只是「加油」，而是——「告訴我怎麼參與。」

這不只是球隊，而是一個出口

一開始，我以為我們要做的是「建立一支球隊」。

現在我覺得，不對。

我們要做的，其實是搭建一個平台：

給還想追夢的球員
給那些想支持籃球，卻沒有對象的球迷
給渴望歸屬的社區

這不是在等別人給我們開綠燈，而是我們自己開始點火。

因為改變應該從我們自己開始。

接下來要做什麼？

目前的進展如下：

有人願意提供球員
有單位（像SFL）願意提供訓練支援
正在研究：從哪一個城市或社區開始比較合適？

最重要的是：我們開始聚集起一群相信這件事的人。

但我還是需要你

如果你正在讀到這裡，心裡也在想——「我不是球員，也不是教練，可以幫什麼？」

其實如果真正從零開始建立一支社區驅動型的球隊，需要的東西還真不少。

我們不只是需要球員、場地和資金，我們需要行政、企劃、募資，甚至是剪片、設計、攝影、社群……我們需要的，是行動者，不是旁觀者。

未來我打算整理一份表單，讓你可以舉手說：

「這是我擅長的方面，我想提供這方面的支援。」

現在，只要你願意留下來、繼續閱讀、繼續關注，那就是最好的開始。

最後的話

我們還沒準備好，但我們，正在前進。

一顆種子種下去了，現在開始有人來澆水，也許，再過不久，它真的會破土而出。

如果你看到這裡，你已經是我們的一份子了。

感謝你願意花時間閱讀。

— Jordan

🇬🇧 ENGLISH VERSION

It Was Just a Crazy Idea. Then People Started Replying.

I shared a crazy idea last week.

An idea so raw, so uncertain, that I didn’t expect much from it.

What if we started a basketball team with nothing but a dream? No players. No home court. No sponsors. Just the Japanese mindset—and a community crazy enough to try.

At first, I thought it was just a thought experiment. Something to get off my chest. Something for dreamers.

But something happened I didn’t expect.

People started replying.

The First Signs of Life

Most people say they want change. But they wait for someone else to start it.

But this time feels different.

A friend messaged me privately and said: “I have players on my end. If you’re starting something, I’m in.”

Then SFL Performance Center reached out, saying they’re willing to offer support—and join us in making this happen.

And then, there’s you.

One reader from Johor shared this:

“A community-driven team sounds truly exciting. Seeing a team that represents my region gives me a sense of belonging. That kind of connection makes you want to support the team—actively.”

He even gave a location strategy:

“It’s harder in places with low basketball culture. But in overcrowded areas, there’s too much competition. Target a region with decent basketball activity—but no dominant team. I believe the timing is right.”

Another reader suggested Penang:

“There are quite a few indoor courts here. Penang people support basketball—it’s got momentum. And the community spirit is strong.”

And then came a message that hit me hard:

“Malaysia lacks real opportunity. I’ve seen so many talented players give up basketball after 18. I hope there’s finally a platform where people can keep chasing their dreams.”

Some readers didn’t just send words of encouragement.

They said: “Tell me how I can help.”

This Isn't Just a Team — It's a Platform

At first, I thought we were building a basketball team.

Now I see it differently.

What we’re really building is a platform.

For players who still want to chase a dream.
For fans who crave something local and real.
For communities that want a team to call their own.

This isn’t about waiting for permission. It’s about creating something that gives others permission to believe again.

Because real change doesn’t come from waiting.

It comes from doing.

What’s Next?

Here’s where we are so far:

Someone has offered players.
Organizations (like SFL) are willing to provide training support.
We’re studying: Which city or community would be the best place to start?

Most importantly: We’re slowly gathering a team of believers.

But I Still Need You

If you’ve read this far and you’re wondering: “I’m not a player or coach—what can I do to help?”

Here’s the truth:

Starting a community-driven team from scratch takes more than just players, courts, or money.

We’ll need:

Operations
Project planning
Fundraising
Content editing
Graphic design
Videography
Social media
…and more.

We need doers, not just spectators.

Soon, I’ll create a simple form where you can raise your hand and say:

“This is what I’m good at—and I’m willing to help.”

For now, just stay with us.

If you’re still reading, still following, still thinking about it—you're already part of the movement.

Final Words

We’re not ready. But we’re moving.

A seed has been planted. And people are starting to water it.

Maybe—just maybe—it’ll break through the soil soon.

If you’ve read to this point, you’re already part of this.

Thank you for your time,