Under the patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, and directives of Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed, diverse series of Ramadan tournaments to be hosted by Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy
ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), and the directives of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA), and Chairwoman of both the Abu Dhabi Ladies Club and Al Ain Ladies Club, FBMA will bring the spirit of sports and community engagement to Ramadan with a series of tournaments designed to promote women's participation in athletics.The Ramadan tournaments, spanning six days from March 14-19, 2025 will feature a diverse range of competitions, including basketball, padel, volleyball, running, football for ladies, and football for academies. The tournaments will be held across various sports facilities within FBMA, which are equipped with the highest standards of quality and safety, providing an ideal platform for female athletes to showcase their skills and compete in an exceptional sporting environment. FBMA has also allocated a prize pool worth Dh49,000 to encourage participation and celebrate outstanding achievements.In addition to the competitive sporting atmosphere, FBMA will host the Ramadan Women's Majlis, Malqa, which offers a unique blend of warm ambiance, refined hospitality, and engaging activities at the academy. The experience brings together the sporting tournaments, and authentic Ramadan traditions, allowing visitors to witness competitions and immerse themselves in the cultural Ramadan experience. Malqa is open daily from 8:30 pm to 12:30 am until March 19, 2025.FBMA emphasised that sports have the power to unite communities, inspire individuals, and drive sustainable change.Through the Ramadan tournaments, it aims to provide a platform that empowers women to compete, connect, and excel. Promoting an inclusive and dynamic sports environment reflects the academy's ongoing commitment to supporting female athletes and encouraging community participation in sports during this special time of the year.FBMA remains steadfast in its mission to provide opportunities for athletes of all levels to compete, connect, and thrive, and drive the evolution of women's sports in the UAE.
Through initiatives such as the Ramadan tournaments, the academy continues to empower female athletes, break barriers, foster excellence, and create pathways for women to thrive in sports, as well as to encourage active lifestyles, strengthen community ties, and pave the way for greater sports inclusivity.
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