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Committed to Maintaining Athlete Health and Performance Heading into IBL 2026, Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung Partners with Royal Sports
Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung and Royal Sports, a sports healthcare center in Indonesia, officially announced a strategic partnership on Tuesday (Jan 13, 2026). Royal Sports has been appointed as the official medical partner for Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung for the 2026 season.
The signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) took place at Royal Sports in Sunter, attended by representatives from Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung, management teams from Royal Sports and RS Royal Progress, and supported by a multidisciplinary team of specialists.
As part of the commitment under the MoU, Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung players will undergo medical check-ups specifically designed for basketball—a comprehensive assessment grounded in evidence-based medicine to ensure their physical fitness and mental readiness reach optimal levels ahead of the competition.
“Royal Sports respects the distinct needs of every sport and every individual athlete. The assessments we provide for basketball players must differ from those for soccer players, as they utilize their bodies in different ways,” said Derice Sumantri, Founder of Royal Sports.
“We want to ensure they are in peak condition to play, detect injuries at an early stage, and equip athletes with a multidisciplinary team of doctors—because their bodies represent an investment in their careers and their passion for the sport,” he added.
Medical care delivered by internationally certified teams is crucial to keeping players fully prepared for competition.
Exceptional Benefits for Satria Muda: Royal Sports X Satria Muda
Through this partnership, Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung gains access to Royal Sports’ comprehensive suite of services. For musculoskeletal injury management and performance recovery, Royal Sports deploys a specialized team of Sports Orthopedic & Arthroscopic Surgeons alongside Sports Medicine Specialists.
Progressive recovery and performance enhancement are executed by Sports Physiotherapy and Sports Performance Trainers, complemented by recovery solutions such as Cryotherapy and structured recovery programs to maintain physical readiness throughout the season.
To reinforce performance foundations, Clinical Nutritionists provide precise strategies for nutritional intake, hydration, and body composition; meanwhile, Sports Psychology & Psychiatry services help maintain focus, mental resilience, and performance consistency game after game.
For emergency scenarios, Royal Sports adheres to International Patient Safety Standards with fast-track access for trauma and accidents, including medevac support when necessary.
Royal Sports’ portfolio also encompasses regenerative therapies such as PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and Stem Cell therapy, Vertimax Recovery programs to accelerate functional rehabilitation, as well as multidisciplinary support spanning spine, cardiology, pulmonology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, neurology, dermatology, and pediatrics—delivering a holistic, end-to-end approach.
“Sustained performance stems from comprehensive, measurable, and evidence-based health management. Through this partnership, Royal Sports is committed to providing service standards that allow Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung players to compete at maximum readiness while minimizing injury risks,” stated Dr. dr. Bobby Natanel Nelwan, Sp.OT (K), Sports Injury Consultant at Royal Sports.
This collaboration was warmly welcomed by Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung. According to the team’s Managing Director, Christian Ronaldo Sitepu, this partnership will help the organization prioritize the physical health and well-being of its athletes.
“Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung has always placed the health and physical well-being of our athletes as the top priority in every team program. Having Royal Sports as a strategic partner greatly strengthens that commitment by providing dedicated support so our players remain protected, recover optimally, and stay ready to perform consistently in every game,” said the former basketball star, fondly known as Dodo.
This shared vision underlines that sustainable peak performance requires comprehensive, evidence-based health management.
“The support from Royal Progress through Royal Sports brings a real impact to Satria Muda’s journey. Standardized health, nutrition, and recovery programs help us maintain performance consistency across the entire season,” Dodo noted.
“This is a critical part of our preparation to compete at the highest level and bring home the best achievements for the club and our fans. With this partnership, we step forward with greater confidence toward our target of winning the championship,” he added.
Proven Track Record Across Multiple Sports Institutions
Since 2017, Royal Sports has been trusted as a medical and performance partner by several IBL teams, including Prawira Harum Bandung, Dewa United Banten, Borneo Hornbills, and Tangerang Hawks Basketball Club.
This collaboration marks an important milestone for PERBASI (Indonesian Basketball Association) and the IBL in building an international-standard sports ecosystem focused on match readiness, injury prevention, early health detection, and athlete performance optimization through proper training programs, nutrition strategies, and sleep quality.
Over the years, Royal Sports has also supported both national and international sports organizations—including PSSI, PBPI, FPTI, Pordasi, the Indonesian Softball League, Ballet Academy, the Indonesian Masters Golf Tournament, the Indonesian Ice Hockey Federation, and the Jakarta Mandiri Marathon—as part of its cross-sport commitment to strengthening the national fitness ecosystem.
With a clinical track record that includes performing over 5,000 surgical procedures and clinical interventions annually, alongside 23,000 post-competition medical check-ups and recovery programs, Royal Sports continues to establish itself as an effective, empathetic, and results-oriented sports healthcare partner.
This extensive experience and multidisciplinary capacity serve as a strong foundation for Royal Sports to elevate Sports Medicine standards in Indonesia, supporting the development of national sports through injury prevention, recovery optimization, and sustainable performance enhancement.
Through this collaboration, Royal Sports and Satria Muda Pertamina Bandung look ahead to future competitions with the conviction that science, empathy, and teamwork form the true foundation of champions.