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Daily Tribune
5 days ago
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- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Wins Gulf U-16 Basketball Championship
TDT | Manama Email: mail@ Bahrain's national under-16 basketball team has won the Gulf Championship after beating all their opponents in the tournament, which ended on Saturday evening at Zain Sports Arena in Um Al Hassam. His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, was present at the final and awarded the team with the trophy and gold medals. The win means Bahrain has qualified for the U-16 Asian Championship, which will take place in Mongolia this September. Several top sports officials were also at the final, including HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Dr. Abdulrahman Askar, and Bahrain Basketball Association President Mr. Alaa Modara. Bahrain's team won all of its matches and impressed with strong teamwork, skill, and discipline. This is the sixth time Bahrain has won this title. Shaikh Khalid praised the players and coaches for their efforts and said the team made the country proud. 'This win shows the talent and future of basketball in Bahrain,' he said. 'We are building a new generation that can represent the Kingdom with pride.' He also thanked the Bahrain Basketball Association for their work in developing young talent and confirmed that the General Sports Authority and Bahrain Olympic Committee will continue to fully support national teams in all sports.
Biz Bahrain
5 days ago
- Sport
- Biz Bahrain
HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad crowns Bahrain champions of Gulf U-16 Championship
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, crowned Bahrain's national under-16 basketball team champions of the Gulf U-16 Basketball Championship, which concluded today at Zain Basketball Arena in Um Al Hassam. His Highness attended the final day of the championship, which also served as a qualifier for the U-16 Asian Championship, alongside His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority; His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; Dr. Abdulrahman Sadiq Askar, Chief Executive Officer of the General Sports Authority; Alaa Mudara, President of the Bahrain Basketball Association; as well as a number of senior sports officials and representatives of participating GCC delegations. Bahrain secured the title after achieving a perfect record throughout the tournament, winning all its matches and confirming its qualification for the upcoming FIBA U-16 Asian Championship, scheduled to take place in Mongolia this September. His Highness Shaikh Khalid presented the national team with the championship trophy and gold medals at the conclusion of a tournament marked by strong fan attendance and high level regional participation. On this occasion, His Highness expressed pride in the team's accomplishment, which marked Bahrain's sixth title in the history of the competition. He commended the players for their strong performance, discipline, and determination, underscoring the efforts of the coaching and administrative staff in preparing the team. His Highness congratulated the players on their well earned achievement, noting that their performance reflects the capabilities of Bahrain's promising youth in the sports sector and highlights the Kingdom's progress in developing future generations of athletes capable of representing the nation with distinction at international events. His Highness also commended the Bahrain Basketball Association for its continued work in advancing the sport across all levels, particularly within the youth category, which serves as the foundation for sustained development. He emphasised the commitment of the General Sports Authority and the Bahrain Olympic Committee to supporting national teams in all disciplines, stressing the importance of ongoing development efforts to achieve further success for the Kingdom of Bahrain. BNA(R)
Daily Tribune
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain's First Regional Aquatic Excellence Centre Takes Shape: A New Chapter for Water Sports
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, affirmed that Bahrain is taking a major leap in aquatic sports with the upcoming International Centre of Excellence and Regional Office for Aquatic Sports. During a visit to the project site at the University of Technology Bahrain (UTB), His Highness said the center — a joint effort between World Aquatics and GFH Group — is the first of its kind in the region. The facility aims to elevate aquatic sports and nurture future champions through its state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to support sustainable athletic development. Accompanied by several top sports officials including HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa and HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, His Highness toured the site, which is currently about 60% complete. He inspected the Olympic-sized swimming pool, player facilities, and other key areas dedicated to various aquatic sports. The delegation also received a briefing on the final stages of construction and the university's readiness to host the first group of international aquatic students in the upcoming academic year. Shaikh Khalid emphasized that the center is not just a significant addition to Bahrain's sports infrastructure but also strengthens the Kingdom's role as a regional hub for aquatic disciplines. He highlighted how the project showcases a successful partnership between the private sector and national sports institutions, promoting investment in athletic facilities that support talent development and open doors for growth and achievement. He called for the acceleration of the project to ensure it provides an ideal training environment for water sport athletes both from Bahrain and abroad.
Daily Tribune
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain's Strongest Man 2025 Wraps Up with Royal Applause
Bahrain turned up the heat on Saturday night as the 2025 Strongest Man Championship wrapped up in style at The Avenues. With the #BeaBeast slogan echoing through the arena, the crowd witnessed an electrifying display of strength, celebrating a defining moment for strength sports in the Gulf. Royal Presence Elevates Closing Ceremony Held under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa—First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee—the championship drew significant royal and official attendance. Among those present were HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority; HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; and Fares Mustafa Al-Kooheji, Secretary General of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority, along with distinguished guests and sports dignitaries. Champions Crowned Across Three Divisions HH Shaikh Salman led the awards ceremony, honouring the top performers across all three weight classes: Heavyweight (Gulf Division)- Christopher Ojwang Oketch (Kenya)- Sayed Murtadha Sayed Khalil (Bahrain)- Emad Hussein Al Qaffas (Bahrain) Middleweight- Isa Aref Rashdan (Bahrain)- Abdulrahman Tariq (Bahrain)- Christopher Byrne Lightweight- Sameer Mohammed Abubakr (Bahrain)- Omar Al-Kooheji (Bahrain)- Sayed Shubbar Abdullah (Bahrain) Building Strength Beyond the Arena Speaking at the event's conclusion, HH Shaikh Khalid praised the championship's high-calibre competition and the growing enthusiasm for strength-based sports among Bahraini youth. He stressed that events like this not only celebrate physical strength but also teach important values like discipline. He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that empower young Bahrainis—physically and mentally—to represent their country on regional and international stages. A Unified Effort HH Shaikh Khalid also extended heartfelt thanks to the organisers, athletes, sponsors, and behind-the-scenes teams whose collective efforts ensured the championship's success. From logistics to atmosphere, the event reinforced Bahrain's continued excellence in hosting top-tier sporting events.
Daily Tribune
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain's Strongest Man Championship 2025 Concludes with Royal Presence and Elite Winners
TDT | Manama Bahrain turned up the heat on Saturday night as the 2025 Strongest Man Championship wrapped up in style at The Avenues. With the #BeaBeast slogan echoing through the arena, the crowd witnessed an electrifying display of strength, celebrating a defining moment for strength sports in the Gulf. Royal Presence Elevates Closing Ceremony Held under the patronage and in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa—First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee—the championship drew significant royal and official attendance. Among those present were HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority; HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; and Fares Mustafa Al-Kooheji, Secretary General of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority, along with distinguished guests and sports dignitaries. Champions Crowned Across Three Divisions HH Shaikh Salman led the awards ceremony, honouring the top performers across all three weight classes: Heavyweight (Gulf Division) - Christopher Ojwang Oketch (Kenya) - Sayed Murtadha Sayed Khalil (Bahrain) - Emad Hussein Al Qaffas (Bahrain) Middleweight - Isa Aref Rashdan (Bahrain) - Abdulrahman Tariq (Bahrain) - Christopher Byrne Lightweight - Sameer Mohammed Abubakr (Bahrain) - Omar Al-Kooheji (Bahrain) - Sayed Shubbar Abdullah (Bahrain) Building Strength Beyond the Arena Speaking at the event's conclusion, HH Shaikh Khalid praised the championship's high-calibre competition and the growing enthusiasm for strength-based sports among Bahraini youth. He stressed that events like this not only celebrate physical strength but also teach important values like discipline. He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that empower young Bahrainis—physically and mentally—to represent their country on regional and international stages. A Unified Effort HH Shaikh Khalid also extended heartfelt thanks to the organisers, athletes, sponsors, and behind-the-scenes teams whose collective efforts ensured the championship's success. From logistics to atmosphere, the event reinforced Bahrain's continued excellence in hosting top-tier sporting events.
