SIMSC launches inaugural AUS Land Rowing Championship
Promoting fitness and team spirit through rowing
The championship was designed to introduce university students to rowing as a sport that enhances physical fitness and teamwork. The event included both individual and team-based competitions, alongside workshops focusing on rowing techniques and the sport's health benefits. The goal was to encourage students to incorporate athletic challenges into their everyday lives.
Strategic initiative to encourage youth participation in sports
Shaima Bin Taliah, board member of the Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, emphasized that this initiative is part of a larger strategy to promote innovative sports and physical activity among youth. She stated, 'We are pleased to launch the first edition of the University Rowing Championship in partnership with the American University of Sharjah. This championship aims to motivate students to adopt a healthy lifestyle and promote teamwork through a fun and challenging sport like rowing.'
A platform for building character and discipline
Ahmed Issa Al Hosani, Director General of the Sharjah International Marine Sports Club, expressed gratitude to the American University of Sharjah for its cooperation and to the participating students for their enthusiasm. He noted that the championship was more than just a sporting event—it was an opportunity to instill values of discipline, resilience, and personal development through sports.
Continuing commitment to youth empowerment and sports innovation
Al Hosani reaffirmed the club's dedication to organizing similar events in the future, emphasizing that such initiatives are central to the club's vision of enriching Sharjah's sports scene, encouraging youth empowerment, and nurturing a culture of creativity in athletics.
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