Among the most difficult players,
She was a well-known trainer, but she also had a reputation for being a top monitor athlete, winning the 10,000 meters at the 2011 SEA Games and the 5, 000 meters at the 2015 competition.  ,
Steven Quek, Renuka’s former running coach, claimed that she was not one of the fastest runners when she first joined Raffles Junior College in 2004, noting that she once participated in the Trim and Fit ( TAF ) program in secondary school.  ,
However, her level of discipline helped her to rise to the top of the industry, excelling at both pursuing her academic goals and practicing the appropriate attitude behavior.  ,
Renuka did a fantastic job of both. Her persistence made it possible for her to teach without interruption with the team,” said Mr. Quek.
In addition to being chosen to represent Singapore at an international meet in China, she was also chosen to finish among the top challengers at regional events during her J2 season in 2005.  ,
She left JC and went to Australia for school in 2007, before moving back to Singapore and beginning her knowledge occupation at IJC, followed by EJC.  ,
Mr. Quek said he spoke with Renuka’s family after her awake, and that he thanked him for disciplining her while she was a JC employee.  ,
She then added that Renuka had frequently use the phrase” Mr. Quek says we may rest by 10pm… Mr. Quek says we must have apples.”  ,
” While some students and parents who know me frequently said similar things, I was still surprised. ”  ,
Renuka was among the most courteous competitors in the game, according to acquaintances who met her at cross-country events and national school competitions.  ,
Her modesty was evident in the little yet deep gestures she made, such as offering assistance before races, checking on competitors ‘ well-being during the run, and applauding other people’s accomplishments with ferventness, according to Mr. Joel Tay, a track and field manager at Cedar Girls Secondary School, who participated with her in various events.  ,
The 65-year-old said,” Her unexpected departure has left a deep hole in the sport and educational areas she touched.  ,
She “redefined what it means to be a student-athlete,” putting people relationship before accolades, and reaffirming to everyone that bonds formed through patience and respect outperform races. ”  ,
Renuka ran coach Ghana Segaran, who accompanied her during the 2011 SEA Games in Palembang, Indonesia, described her as a” humble and respectful girl” who was constantly sharing her experiences and education with younger players.  ,
The 71-year-old athletics veteran said,” All of us were shocked to see her leave so soon, ( it was ) never expected.  ,