Ferry Sonneville
Encyclopedia
Ferry Sonneville was an Indonesia
n badminton
player noted for his touch, consistency, tactical astuteness, and coolness under pressure. He won numerous international singles titles from the mid 1950s through the early 1960s and his clutch performances helped Indonesia
to win its first three Thomas Cup
(men's world team) titles consecutively in 1958
, 1961
, and 1964
, setting the pattern for his country's continued formidable presence in world badminton. Unfortunately, Sonneville's playing career ended on a sour note in the 1967 Thomas Cup
final in Jakarta
when, past his prime, he was roundly booed by his countrymen after dropping singles matches in Indonesia's controversial loss to Malaysia
.
After his high-level playing days ended Sonneville was elected to terms as both president of the International Badminton Federation
(now World Badminton Federation
) and president of the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI
).
Indonesia
Indonesia , officially the Republic of Indonesia , is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania. Indonesia is an archipelago comprising approximately 13,000 islands. It has 33 provinces with over 238 million people, and is the world's fourth most populous country. Indonesia is a republic, with an...
n badminton
Badminton
Badminton is a racquet sport played by either two opposing players or two opposing pairs , who take positions on opposite halves of a rectangular court that is divided by a net. Players score points by striking a shuttlecock with their racquet so that it passes over the net and lands in their...
player noted for his touch, consistency, tactical astuteness, and coolness under pressure. He won numerous international singles titles from the mid 1950s through the early 1960s and his clutch performances helped Indonesia
Indonesia national badminton team
The Indonesia national badminton team represents Indonesia in international badminton team competitions and is controlled by the Persatuan Bulutangkis Seluruh Indonesia, PBSI , the governing body for badminton in Indonesia...
to win its first three Thomas Cup
Thomas Cup
The Thomas Cup, sometimes called the World Men's Team Championships, is an international badminton competition among teams representing member nations of the Badminton World Federation , the sport's global governing body...
(men's world team) titles consecutively in 1958
1958 Thomas Cup
The Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and has been held every two years thereafter. Nineteen teams contested for the Thomas Cup during the 1957-1958 season...
, 1961
1961 Thomas Cup
The Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and thereafter every two years...
, and 1964
1964 Thomas Cup
The Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and thereafter it has been held every two years...
, setting the pattern for his country's continued formidable presence in world badminton. Unfortunately, Sonneville's playing career ended on a sour note in the 1967 Thomas Cup
1967 Thomas Cup
The 1967 Thomas Cup was the 7th tournament of Thomas Cup, the most important men's badminton team competition in the world. The inter-zone matches and Challenge Round finale were held in Jakarta, Indonesia....
final in Jakarta
Jakarta
Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia. Officially known as the Special Capital Territory of Jakarta, it is located on the northwest coast of Java, has an area of , and a population of 9,580,000. Jakarta is the country's economic, cultural and political centre...
when, past his prime, he was roundly booed by his countrymen after dropping singles matches in Indonesia's controversial loss to Malaysia
Malaysia national badminton team
The Malaysia national badminton team is a badminton team that plays for Malaysia in international competitions. The men's team has enjoyed immense success, having won the Thomas Cup five times, most recently in 1992...
.
After his high-level playing days ended Sonneville was elected to terms as both president of the International Badminton Federation
International Badminton Federation
The Badminton World Federation is the international governing body for the sport of badminton. Founded in 1934 as the International Badminton Federation with nine member nations , the BWF has since expanded to 165 member nations around the world...
(now World Badminton Federation
World Badminton Federation
The World Badminton Federation is a former badminton organization, it was founded in February 1978 and ceased its operation on May 26, 1981 after it merged with the International Badminton Federation ....
) and president of the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI
PBSI
The Badminton Association of Indonesia or PBSI is the governing body of badminton in Indonesia. It was founded on May 5, 1951. The PBSI joined the Badminton Asia Confederation in 1959 and later on also the Badminton World Federation. The Indonesian badminton is ranked 3rd in the world according to...
).
Private life
His wife's name was Yvonne Theresia de Wit (they married September 1954) and had 3 children, called Ferdinand Rudy Jr. (died in age 21 years old), Genia Theresia Sonneville, and Cynthia Guedolyn Sonneville. Sonneville also had two grandchilds. Sonneville's parents names were Dirk Jan Sonneville (father) and Leonij Elisabeth Hubeek (mother). His religion was Catholic.Sports career
- Jiujitsu Athlete and coach (1949–1955)
- Playing captain or coach when Indonesia won or successfully defended Thomas CupThomas CupThe Thomas Cup, sometimes called the World Men's Team Championships, is an international badminton competition among teams representing member nations of the Badminton World Federation , the sport's global governing body...
(world team badminton championships) 3 times in succession (19581958 Thomas CupThe Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and has been held every two years thereafter. Nineteen teams contested for the Thomas Cup during the 1957-1958 season...
, 19611961 Thomas CupThe Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and thereafter every two years...
, and 19641964 Thomas CupThe Thomas Cup competition is an international team tournament for supremacy in men's badminton . Beginning in 1948-1949 it was held every three years until 1982 and thereafter it has been held every two years...
). - Winning Malaysia OpenMalaysia Open (badminton)The Malaysia Open is an annual badminton event that commonly held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The tournament has been held since 1937 and has been played in different locations such as Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Penang, Selangor, Kuantan....
(1955), Dutch OpenDutch Open (badminton)The Dutch Open is an annual badminton tournament held in the Netherlands since 1932 and currently organized by Nederlandse Badminton Bond . It is a part of the European Badminton Circuit.-Past winners:-External links:**...
(1956, 1958, 1960, 1961, 1962), Scotland's World Invitational Tourney (1957), French OpenFrench Open (badminton)The French Open is an annual Badminton tournament held in France since 1909 and hosted by the Fédération Française de Badminton . The 2009 edition will be held from the 27th of October to the 1st of November....
(1957, 1960), German OpenGerman Open (badminton)The German Open is an annual badminton tournament held in Germany since 1955 and organized by German Badminton Association or Deustcher Badminton Verband ....
(1958, 1960, 1961), Canadian OpenCanadian Open (badminton)The Canadian Open in badminton is an international open held in Canada since 1957. The tournament is traditionally held every year in September....
(1962), U.S. OpenU.S. Open Badminton ChampionshipsThe U.S. Open Badminton Championships is an annual badminton tournament first held in 1954 when the American Badminton Association opened the U.S. National Badminton Championships to foreign competition. For the full list of winners see List of U.S. Open Badminton champions.-21st century:-External...
(1962), along with runner-up finish at All EnglandAll EnglandAll England is a term which can refer to:*A now defunct term for the Kingdom of EnglandIt can also be used to refer to:*All England Open Badminton Championships, one of the world's oldest badminton tournaments, started in the 1890s...
(1959) - PB PBSI's founder (1951) and KONIKoniKoni or KONI is:* Koni , Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's black Labrador Retriever* KONI , an FM radio station located in Lanai City, Hawaii* Koni * Koni, Guinea* Koni, Côte d'Ivoire...
's founder (1966) - KONI's President (1970)
- Member of staff Asian GamesAsian GamesThe Asian Games, officially known as Asiad, is a multi-sport event held every four years among athletes from all over Asia. The Games were regulated by the Asian Games Federation from the first Games in New Delhi, India, until the 1978 Games. Since the 1982 Games they have been organised by the...
Federation Council (1970) - Chef de Mission Indonesian contingen to OlympicOlympic GamesThe Olympic Games is a major international event featuring summer and winter sports, in which thousands of athletes participate in a variety of competitions. The Olympic Games have come to be regarded as the world’s foremost sports competition where more than 200 nations participate...
(1971) - International Federation Badminton/IBFIBFIBF may refer to:*International Boxing Federation is one of several boxing organisations* International Bandy Federation former name of Federation of International Bandy , an international governing body for bandy...
President (1971–1974) - PBSIPBSIThe Badminton Association of Indonesia or PBSI is the governing body of badminton in Indonesia. It was founded on May 5, 1951. The PBSI joined the Badminton Asia Confederation in 1959 and later on also the Badminton World Federation. The Indonesian badminton is ranked 3rd in the world according to...
's President (1981–1985)
Business career
- Vayatour Chairman Executive Board Lippo Cikarang inc.
- Ferry Sonneville & Co inc. owner
- Chairman of Realestat Indonesia Center Council (REI) 1986-1989 periods
- President and Member of Executive Committee Realestat Internasional Federation (FIABCI) since 1989.
- Advisory Council IESC Chairman (International Executive Service Corp)
Educational career
- Pioneer of Trisakti Foundation represent Lembaga Pembinaan Kesatuan Bangsa (LPKB)
- Founder of Himpunan Pembina Perguruan Tinggi Swasta (HIPPERTIS)
- Founder of Asosiasi Perguruan Tinggi Katholik Indoneisa (APTIK)
- Special Citizen and member of Atma Jaya Foundation
- Member of Fatmawati Foundation
- Member of Bhakti Medika Foundation
- Member of Penyandang Anak Cacat Foundation (YPAC)
- Member of Gedung Arsip Nasional Foundation
- Indonesian Nederland Forum (FINED), etc.
Honours
- Satya Lencana Kebudayaan (1961)
- Tanda Jasa Bintang RI Kelas II (1964)
- ”Knighthood” from Catholic Rome Church (1972)
- FIABCI Medal of Honour, MelbourneMelbourneMelbourne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Victoria, and the second most populous city in Australia. The Melbourne City Centre is the hub of the greater metropolitan area and the Census statistical division—of which "Melbourne" is the common name. As of June 2009, the greater...
(1988).
Sources
- PBSI, DPP REI, Kompas 21/11/03, Media Indonesia 21/11/03/, Sinar Harapan 20/11/03/, Pikiran Rakyat 21/11/03
External links
- Pahlawan Olahraga Indonesia (In Indonesian)