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Qatar U16 basketball team to meet Kuwait in 2nd round of Arab Championship
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar U16 national basketball team will meet Kuwait in the second round of the 22nd Arab U16 Championship at the Cairo Stadium Indoor Halls Complex on Monday at 1pm The tournament being in Cairo, Egypt, from August 10 to 17, 2025, features six teams - Qatar, Bahrain, Tunisia, Kuwait, Algeria, and hosts Egypt. The teams are playing in a single-round-robin format, with the top two advancing to the final and the third- and fourth-placed teams competing for the bronze medal. In their opening match against Bahrain, Qatar displayed a mixed performance. The team started strongly, dominating the first half with a disciplined defense and effective offense. Qatar led 18-15 in the first quarter, showcasing sharp focus and diverse scoring options, including close-range shots and mid-range jumpers. They maintained their momentum in the second quarter, edging out Bahrain 19-17 to lead 37-32 at halftime, thanks to smart passing and controlled tempo. However, Qatar's performance dipped significantly in the second half. Bahrain capitalized on their momentum, outscoring Qatar 30-8 in the third quarter and 28-13 in the fourth, securing a decisive 90-58 victory. Bahrain's relentless defensive pressure and offensive efficiency proved too much for Qatar, who earned one point in the standings, while Bahrain claimed two. Looking ahead, Qatar will face Egypt on Tuesday and take on Algeria on Thursday before concluding their preliminary round against Tunisia on Friday. Saturday will see the final round—featuring the third-place playoff and the championship game is for Sunday. The Qatari delegation is led by Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, Member of QBF Board of Directors, accompanied by Khaled Al Mughni, Director of Youth National Teams. The Arab U16 Championship was first launched in Saudi Arabia in 1979.
Qatar Tribune
31-07-2025
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Qatar's U-16 basketball team heads to Cairo for camp
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar's U-16 basketball team will depart for Cairo, Egypt, on Friday to participate in an intensive training camp from August 1 to 8. This camp is a key part of their preparations for the 22nd Arab U-16 Basketball Championship, hosted by Egypt from August 10 to 17, 2025. The delegation is led by Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, a member of the Qatar Basketball Federation's board, and accompanied by Khalid Al Mughni, director of youth national teams. The federation is fully committed to providing technical and administrative support to ensure the team is well-prepared to represent Qatar with distinction at the regional tournament. The training camp aims to enhance the players' technical and physical readiness while fostering team cohesion and tactical discipline under the guidance of the coaching staff. The Qatar Basketball Federation has high expectations for the team to deliver strong performances and uphold the country's growing reputation in Gulf and Arab basketball. The Arab Basketball Federation conducted the tournament draw via video conference from the Cairo International Stadium's meeting hall, with representatives from the eight participating teams. The draw resulted in two balanced groups. Qatar was placed in Group B alongside Lebanon, Tunisia, and Kuwait, while Group A includes hosts Egypt, Algeria, Bahrain, and Jordan. Qatar's U16 team will begin their campaign with a challenging match against Tunisia on Monday, August 11, followed by a clash with Kuwait on Tuesday, August 12. They will conclude the group stage against Lebanon on Wednesday, August 13. All teams will have a rest day on Thursday, August 14, before the quarterfinals commence on Friday, August 15, following a crossover format: the top team from Group A faces the fourth-placed team from Group B, the second from Group A meets the third from Group B, and vice versa. The semifinals are scheduled for Saturday, August 16, with the third-place playoff and the final set for Sunday, August 17. All matches will take place at the 6th of October Indoor Arena in Cairo, drawing significant interest from Egyptian and Arab basketball fans, with teams vying for the prestigious Arab title. The Qatar Basketball Federation has reaffirmed its commitment to providing comprehensive support to the team, expressing confidence in the coaching staff and players to deliver a performance that reflects the strength and ambition of Qatari basketball.
Qatar Tribune
21-05-2025
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Thrilling finale to QBF's girls and women's basketball league
Tribune News Network Doha The second edition of the Girls' and Women's Basketball Leagues for the 2024-2025 sports season concluded amidst an impressive competitive atmosphere and a distinguished public presence. The tournament saw widespread participation and a remarkable improvement in the teams' level and technical performance, reflecting the success of the Qatar Basketball Federation's strategy to support and develop the women's game. The final day's games were extremely exciting and witnessed the attendance of a number of prominent sports figures, led by Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb, President of the Qatar Basketball Federation; Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, Member of the Federation's Board of Directors; Amal Mohammed Al Kaldi, Member of the Women's Committee; Essam Lotfi, Technical Secretary of Competitions; and Dr. Khalid Al Qahtani, Member of the Media Committee. The tournament also featured a host of members of the Qatari basketball family, coaches, and participating academies, reflecting the significant support for women's sports in Qatar. The final day of the tournament saw the crowning of the winning teams in the three categories: Under 15, Under 18, and Women. The participating teams competed for the title until the final moments in exciting and competitive matches. Hoops Academy wins Under-15 title In the Under 15 category, Hoops Academy won the championship title after an exciting final game, defeating Al Gharafa Club by just one point, 57-56, in a match that was closely fought and evenly contested until the final seconds. With this victory, Hoops Academy won the championship trophy and gold medals, while Al Gharafa Club finished second and received the silver medals, and FAME Academy came in third and won the bronze medals. Al Gharafa clinch Under-18 crown In the Under-18 category, the game was no less exciting, as Al Gharafa Club clinched the title after defeating Hoops Academy 60-59, in a breathtaking encounter that held its breath until the final moment. With this victory, Al Gharafa Club added the championship trophy and gold medals to its tally, while Hoops Academy took second place, and Fame Academy took third place and the bronze medals. Women's title for Al Gharafa In the finale, Al Gharafa Women's Club asserted their dominance over the women's championship title after a fiercely contested match against Hoops Academy, which also ended by just one point, with a score of 73-72. This game reflected the high technical level of both teams. Al Gharafa won the championship title and the gold medals, while Hoops Academy finished second and won the silver medals. Third place went to Qatar University, which won the bronze medal. The coronation ceremony was attended by Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb, QBF President, and Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, a member of the Federation's Board of Directors. They honoured a number of outstanding players across various categories, in recognition of their contributions and remarkable brilliance during the tournament. This comes as part of the Federation'ssupport for promising players and its encouragement of outstanding individual performance. In the Best Young Player category, three stars from different teams emerged, with the award going to Nazih Agha, a player from Fame Academy; Huda Ahdab from Hoops Academy; and Judy Ahmed Jaballah of Al Gharafa Club. As for the top scorers, Al Gharafa Club dominated the awards, with Chloe Abumrad shining in the Under-15 category, while Maya Al Khatib won the award for the top scorer in the Under-18 category. In the women's category, Al Gharafa players continued to shine, with Mona Suleiman winning the award as the top scorer. For his part, Mohammed bin Saad Al Mughaiseeb, stated: 'The conclusion of the second edition of the Girls' and Women's Basketball League confirms beyond any doubt that women's basketball in Qatar is on a bright future. We witnessed high technical levels and professional organization, reflecting the Federation's commitment to raising the quality of local competitions across all categories.' He added: 'At the Federation, we are committed to making women's sports a fundamental pillar of our development strategy. We will work to expand the base of participation and enhance the presence of players of all ages by supporting clubs and academies and providing appropriate competitive spaces to hone talent. 'I would also like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this tournament, from the technical, organizational, and refereeing committees, to all the teams that participated in the second edition.' Abdullah Sultan Al Jaber, emphasized: 'The tournament was a model of what women's sports should be: fair competition, advanced performance, and top-level organization. We witnessed great commitment from the players and technical staff, which reflects a growing awareness of the importance of women's sports in Qatar.' He said, 'We, on the Federation's Board of Directors, consider the Girls' and Women's Leagues a strategic project, and we are working to develop them season after season.' Saleh Al Rubaie, Head of the Basketball Department at Al Gharafa Club, expressed his deep pride in our teams' winning the Girls' and Women's Leagues, an achievement that reflects the systematic and continuous work we are undertaking to support our women's teams, from age groups to the women's team. The Head of the Basketball Department at Al Gharafa Club also extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to the Qatar Basketball Federation for the professional organization and high-level performance of the tournament, which provided a fair and safe competitive environment that helped highlight the true potential of the players.
