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Kuwait Times
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
International Skating Union grants Kuwait full membership
LUSANNE: Salem Al-Ajmi, director of figure skating at the Kuwait Winter Sports Club, Yousef Al-Kandari, director of speed skating,ِ pose for a photo with ISU President Jae Yeol Kim. KUWAIT: The International Skating Union (ISU) granted the country full membership in its figure skating division, officially recognizing the Kuwait Figure Skating Federation. The decision, which was announced during the ISU's 2025 Congress currently being held in Switzerland, marks a major step forward for Kuwait's winter sports scene. In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Thursday, President of the Kuwait Winter Sports Club, Fahid Al-Ajmi, hailed the development as a major milestone in the country's growing involvement on the global winter sports stage. The Kuwaiti delegation attending the ISU Congress included Salem Al-Ajmi, director of figure skating at the club, Yousef Al-Kandari, director of speed skating, and club administrator Farah Al-Qallaf. Al-Ajmi said Kuwait exercised its full voting rights at the Congress for the first time following the approval, taking part in key decisions aimed at developing the sport internationally. He expressed deep gratitude to the ISU and its president, South Korea's Jae Yeol Kim, for their confidence in Kuwait's skating program and their continued support. He explained that full membership was granted after Kuwait successfully met the ISU's eligibility requirements, including consistent participation in regional and international figure skating competitions and compliance with development standards. 'This recognition will boost the sport's development in Kuwait by creating more opportunities for our athletes to compete and gain valuable experience on the international stage,' Al-Ajmi said. He also extended congratulations to all club members and supporters who contributed to the achievement. Al-Ajmi credited the Kuwait Olympic Committee, led by Sheikh Fahad Nasser Al-Sabah, and Secretary-General Hussein Al-Musallam, for playing a key role in facilitating Kuwait's entry into the international skating community. He emphasized that the club remains committed to supporting all five winter sports under its umbrella. — KUNA
Kuwait Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait announces bid to host 2026 IIHF World Championship Division IV
Kuwait Winter Sports Club President Fahad Al-Ajmi KUWAIT: Kuwait Winter Sports Club announced on Tuesday that it has submitted a bid to host the 2026 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV, which includes the national teams of Armenia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Iran, Singapore, and Kuwait. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the club's participation in the ongoing IIHF meetings currently being held in Sweden. Club President Fahad Al-Ajmi told KUNA that the IIHF will review Kuwait's bid along with others and will announce the host country in the coming period. He expressed hope that Kuwait will have the honor of organizing this major championship, which plays an important role in placing Kuwaiti ice hockey on the international map and in advancing the sport domestically. Al-Ajmi added that the international meetings in Sweden included the participation of the club's Development Director Mishal Al-Ajmi and board member Rashid Al-Failakawi. The meetings also discussed ways to develop the sport globally at various technical levels, especially in Asia, through strengthening tournaments. The meetings resulted in important decisions aimed at developing the game in areas such as refereeing, coaching, and management by intensifying training programs in these fields, added Al-Ajmi, praising the role of the IIHF in promoting the sport at the national team level. – KUNA
Arab Times
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait submits bid to host 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV
KUWAIT CITY, May 27 (KUNA): The Kuwait Winter Sports Club announced on Tuesday that it has officially submitted a bid to host the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV. The tournament features national teams from Armenia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Iran, Singapore, and Kuwait. The announcement came during the club's participation in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) annual meetings currently taking place in Sweden. Speaking to KUNA, Club President Fahed Al-Ajmi said that the IIHF will evaluate all submitted bids and is expected to name the host nation shortly. Al-Ajmi expressed hope that Kuwait will be granted the opportunity to host the prestigious championship, noting that doing so would significantly elevate the profile of Kuwaiti ice hockey on the global stage and further promote the sport domestically. The Kuwaiti delegation to the meetings also included Development Director Mishal Al-Ajmi and board member Rashid Al-Failakawi. According to Al-Ajmi, the meetings covered a wide range of topics focused on the development of ice hockey worldwide, particularly in Asia. Discussions emphasized the importance of strengthening tournaments and enhancing the sport through technical and administrative development. The IIHF sessions also produced a number of key decisions aimed at improving officiating, coaching, and management by expanding training and development programs in these areas. Al-Ajmi praised the IIHF's efforts in supporting the growth of the sport at the international level.
Arab Times
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait and Canada celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties with a friendly match
KUWAIT CITY: To celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between Kuwait and Canada, the Embassy of Canada in Kuwait and the Kuwait Winter Sports Club jointly organized a friendly ice hockey match. The game featured the Canadian Mooseheads facing off against the Kuwaiti Stars at the club's indoor ice rink, drawing a notable turnout of officials, diplomats, and enthusiastic spectators. Canadian Ambassador to Kuwait, Aliya Mawani, highlighted the significance of the event, noting that ice hockey—Canada's most beloved sport—was chosen to represent the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations. She added that this sporting event is part of a series of commemorations that have included art, music, business, technology, and education to mark the anniversary. President of the Kuwait Winter Sports Club, Fahad Al-Ajmi, expressed his pride in hosting the match, describing it as a symbol of the strong ties and mutual respect shared between Kuwaiti and Canadian athletes. He praised the spirit of camaraderie and cultural exchange that the event fostered. Al-Ajmi further stressed the importance of such sporting events in building bridges between nations, stating that the club remains committed to enhancing its relationships with international partners to benefit the development of Kuwaiti youth involved in winter sports.
