Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) – Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) took part in the Tennis Tournament for Private Universities (PTS) under LLDIKTI Region VI Central Java, bringing together representatives from private higher education institutions across the province.
The three-day tournament was held from Friday to Sunday, August 28–30, 2026, with matches taking place at three venues: the LLDIKTI VI Tennis Court, Universitas PGRI Semarang (UPGRIS) Tennis Court, and Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang (UNIMUS) Tennis Court.
UMPWR was represented by three participants: Dr. Muhamad Taufik, M.T., Vice Rector II for Human Resources and Finance; Dr. Agung Setiawan, M.T., Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; and Agus Budi Santoso, S.H., M.H., a lecturer in the Law Study Program.
Dr. Muhamad Taufik, M.T. and Dr. Agung Setiawan, M.T. competed in the Executive Doubles category, which is open to university leaders, including rectors, vice rectors, heads of institutions or bodies, deans, vice deans, and heads of study programs.
Meanwhile, Dr. Muhamad Taufik, M.T. also partnered with Agus Budi Santoso, S.H., M.H. in the 100 Age Group Doubles category.
For UMPWR, participating in the tournament was about more than competition on the court. The event also provided an opportunity to strengthen professional relationships and foster closer ties among leaders and academic communities from private universities across Central Java.
Dr. Muhamad Taufik, M.T. said the tournament offered a valuable opportunity to stay active while strengthening connections with colleagues from other universities.
“We are pleased to be part of this tournament. Beyond staying fit, it is a great opportunity to meet and build friendships with colleagues from other private universities. We hope the connections made here will go beyond the tennis court and open up opportunities for broader collaboration,” he said.
UMPWR’s participation in the LLDIKTI VI Central Java Private Universities Tennis Tournament reflects the university’s commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle while strengthening networks and a sense of togetherness among higher education institutions. The spirit of competition goes hand in hand with the spirit of friendship and collaboration.
