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Al Bawaba
28-05-2025
- General
- Al Bawaba
Successful Conclusion for Dubai Sports Council Football Talents Development Program in Dubai Clubs
Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has successfully concluded the Program of the 'Football Talents Development Centers in Dubai Clubs' for the age groups from 12 to 17 years old, which was launched by the Council as part of its endeavors to attract, scout & develop sports talents and according to Dubai Government's policy to support talents in various Program witnessed remarkable participation of 100 promising players, who were nominated out of elite of talents from Dubai clubs. Nominated players were subject to several technical & physical tryouts, held under supervision of football academies' technical supervisors, including coaches, assistant coaches & experts from the Sportify & Talents Academies. The tryouts were also arranged under administrative supervision of academies managers & teams were classified into three training centers as per age categories as follows: players in the age category from 12 to 13 years old were trained at the Talents Development Center of Al-Wasl Club, while players from 14 to 15 years old received trainings at Shabab Al-Ahli Club Center and players from 16 to 17 years old were trained at Al-Nasr Club is worth-mentioning that DSC has launched the Program of the Football Talent Development Centers in Dubai Clubs for basketball, handball & volleyball sports in collaboration with technical bodies of the respective sports federations and in partnership with Dubai Clubs; these are: Shabab Al-Ahli, Al-Nasr, Al-Wasl & Program targets to attract the best talents in different team & individual sports games and to attract them into specialized training centers, which are managed under supervision of technical staff of top competence. Full support, development programs besides opportunities for competitions and gaining of distinctive experiences were all provided at the training program also aims to develop the technical, healthy, nutritional, and academic aspects of the players, and to provide an ideal environment for boosting talents in a modern scientific way, in addition to preparing a profile for each talent & participating in international competitions. Comprehensive technical reports are prepared by the end of each season, as part of strategic policy to promote distinguished players of different age groups, leading to the formation of qualified national teams to attain international achievements. The Program enhances the competences of local coaches & assistant coaches of first teams. Further tryouts are decided to be held during the next sports season to supply centers with the best talents. Gatherings & camps will also be organized including matches, intensive trainings and theoretical & practical awareness lectures, in addition to physical tryouts to be held under supervision of technical coaches of academies and in collaboration with partners from the public & private sectors.
Emirates 24/7
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Emirates 24/7
Successful Conclusion for Dubai Sports Council Football Talents Development Program in Dubai Clubs
Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has successfully concluded the Program of the 'Football Talents Development Centers in Dubai Clubs' for the age groups from 12 to 17 years old, which was launched by the Council as part of its endeavors to attract, scout & develop sports talents and according to Dubai Government's policy to support talents in various fields. The Program witnessed remarkable participation of 100 promising players, who were nominated out of elite of talents from Dubai clubs. Nominated players were subject to several technical & physical tryouts, held under supervision of football academies' technical supervisors, including coaches, assistant coaches & experts from the Sportify & Talents Academies. The tryouts were also arranged under administrative supervision of academies managers & teams administrators. Players were classified into three training centers as per age categories as follows: players in the age category from 12 to 13 years old were trained at the Talents Development Center of Al-Wasl Club, while players from 14 to 15 years old received trainings at Shabab Al-Ahli Club Center and players from 16 to 17 years old were trained at Al-Nasr Club Center. It is worth-mentioning that DSC has launched the Program of the Football Talent Development Centers in Dubai Clubs for basketball, handball & volleyball sports in collaboration with technical bodies of the respective sports federations and in partnership with Dubai Clubs; these are: Shabab Al-Ahli, Al-Nasr, Al-Wasl & Hatta. The Program targets to attract the best talents in different team & individual sports games and to attract them into specialized training centers, which are managed under supervision of technical staff of top competence. Full support, development programs besides opportunities for competitions and gaining of distinctive experiences were all provided at the training centers. The program also aims to develop the technical, healthy, nutritional, and academic aspects of the players, and to provide an ideal environment for boosting talents in a modern scientific way, in addition to preparing a profile for each talent & participating in international competitions. Comprehensive technical reports are prepared by the end of each season, as part of strategic policy to promote distinguished players of different age groups, leading to the formation of qualified national teams to attain international achievements. The Program enhances the competences of local coaches & assistant coaches of first teams. Further tryouts are decided to be held during the next sports season to supply centers with the best talents. Gatherings & camps will also be organized including matches, intensive trainings and theoretical & practical awareness lectures, in addition to physical tryouts to be held under supervision of technical coaches of academies and in collaboration with partners from the public & private sectors. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Emirates 24/7
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai Open Football Academies Championship Concludes with Record Participation and Outstanding Success
The Dubai Open Football Academies Championship concluded successfully, marking another milestone in youth football development with the participation of 12,000 male and female players from 600 teams representing 112 public and private academies. Over 19 weeks, players competed in 4,500 matches, making this the largest tournament of its kind in Asia. Organized by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) and the UAE Football Association in collaboration with DELTA Sports Events Co., the championship was held across nine venues in Dubai. The event aimed to identify and develop emerging football talent, offering young athletes a competitive platform to showcase their skills. Champions Crowned Across Multiple Categories The tournament featured 12 age groups ranging from 6 to 23 years. Competition was fierce, with several academies and clubs securing top honors: • U6: AFC Team • U7: Mak Academy • U8 & U9: Al Wasl Club • U11 & U12: Dubai Irish Club • U13 & U16: Barcelona Dubai Team • U14 & U21: Reds Team • U15: La Liga HBC • U17: Empire FC • U18: City FC • U23: Reds Team Cup Competition Highlights In the Cup segment, several teams demonstrated exceptional performances: • U8: Al Wasl Club • U9: Ajax Academy • U10: City FC • U11: Dubai Irish Club • U14: Reds Team • U15: La Liga HBC • U16: Barcelona Dubai • U17: City Champions • U18: City FC • U21: Al Nasr Team Outstanding Individual Achievements Several players were recognized for their exceptional performances: • Best Goalkeeper (U21): Hassan Bashir (Al Nasr Club) • Best Player (U9): Hamad Jassim Mahdi (Al Nasr Club) • Final Match Best Player (U9): Issa Khalid Al-Wahabi (Al Wasl Club) • Man of the Match (U7): Fahad Saeed (Al Wasl Club) • Best Coach: Abdullah Hassan, for his role in developing young talents. A Platform for Talent Development Ahmed Salem Al Mahri, Director of the Sports Talent Department at DSC, emphasized the tournament's significance: 'The Dubai Open Football Academies Championship has established itself as a premier platform for scouting and nurturing football talent. With a 120% increase in participation compared to last year, it underscores the growing focus on football development. Since its inception in 2017, the tournament has welcomed teams from world-renowned academies such as Barcelona, Inter Milan, Ajax Amsterdam, Juventus, and Manchester City, providing local players with exposure to top-tier footballing styles.' Innovative Talent Scouting and Development To enhance player development, DSC partnered with global scouting companies. Talent Sport Co. recorded and analyzed match footage, while Athletic BCN Co. managed a high-tech talent lab for performance assessment. Talent scouts were present throughout the competition to identify promising players, increasing their chances of securing professional opportunities. Ensuring High Standards with Professional Referees The UAE Football Association ensured all matches adhered to the highest standards by assigning 250 certified referees to officiate the games. Looking Ahead: A Bigger and Better 2026 Edition Following the success of this year's tournament, the Organizing Committee has already begun preparations for the 2026 edition, aiming for greater participation, enhanced development programs, and expanded scouting initiatives to further strengthen UAE football's future. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
What's On
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Heading to Gulfood? Here's all the ways to get to the venue
Here are your options… Gulfood returns to Dubai this week, running from February 17 to 20, attracting the attention of foodies and food connoisseurs across the UAE and the world. If you are heading on over to visit the stands, sample a few bites, or dine, we have a big tip for you: Plan ahead… There are several options available for you to get to the venue, but be prepared for plenty of traffic. Have a look at all of your options and figure out what works best for you. Here's all the ways to get to Gulffood 2025 You can easily hail a Dubai RTA taxi to get to the venue, but plan your journey and leave for the destination nice and early as traffic builds, especially along Sheikh Zayed Road, starting possibly all the way from Dubai Mall and Business Bay all the way through to Dubai World Trade Centre. Also, you can expect your bill to be a bit on the higher side rather than what you usually would spend. If you want to save a few dirhams, book a taxi through the Careem App and you can avail of a 20 per cent discount (up to Dhs20) for two rides per day. The discount is available on all cars except Hala, and you can use it to get to and from the venue. Don't forget to apply promocode GULFOOD25 before you book. You can also make use of the RTA complimentary shuttle bus to and from Dubai Mall and Al Wasl Club. It will be able from 8am to 8pm. You will be dropped off at the Gulfood Transportation Hub, where you can walk to the venue or take another bus to the Exhibition Plaza. Heading back? The bus will shuttle you back to the transportation hub, where you can catch the bus back to Dubai Mall or Al Wasl Club. If crowded metros don't bother you, recharge your nol card and head to a Dubai Metro station closest to you to get to the venue. The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) Metro station is probably the cheapest way to get to the venue (unless you're walking), but be warned you're not only 'battling' Gulfood crowds but regular commuters. If you're new to Dubai, remember to follow the rules and listen to the officials at the venue. You could get fined for being in the wrong cabins, so stay aware. *Take note, it's now Dhs25 per hour for parking at DWTC during major events* If you can't help it and need to take your car to the venue, take note of the limited paid parking spots available: -Al Mustaqbal St. Parking (location) -Exhibition St. Parking (location) -Sheikh Rashid Tower Parking (location) There is also paid parking available a little away from the venue at One Za-abeel (location). It's a short walkable distance to the venue. Alternatively, if you want your car but don't want to drive all the way to the venue, these are the parking facilities around the city to consider: -Dubai Mall Za'abeel Parking (directions here) -Al Wasl Club (directions here) -Jebel Ali Metro Station (directions here) -Centrepoint Metro Station (directions here) -Max Metro Station, Al Kifaf (directions here) Images: Getty Images, RTA and supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Sharjah 24
12-02-2025
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Women's Club qualifies for Volleyball League semi-finals
Strong performance and well-deserved lead The Sharjah Women's Sports Club team presented a complete match, imposing its control from the beginning and succeeding in ending the three sets in its favor thanks to the great harmony between the players, its effective exploitation of opportunities, and its tight defensive organization, which gave it a great morale boost before the final rounds. Coach's statement: The team is ready for the upcoming challenge After the match, coach Karim Ben Ayad expressed his pride in the team's performance, saying: "Ending the group stage in the lead was our goal from the beginning, and the team performed wonderfully against a strong competitor. The players were at the peak of their focus and succeeded in implementing our plans perfectly. This victory reflects the teamwork and commitment of the team." He added: "We are now in the decisive stage, and the next challenge will be more difficult. We will face Al Wasl in the semi-finals, and we must prepare in the best possible way." A strong confrontation against Al Wasl in the semi-finals After topping Group A, Sharjah Women's Sports Club is preparing for a strong confrontation in the semi-finals against Al Wasl Club, on February 15. As the decisive stage of the tournament approaches, the team is looking forward to continuing its brilliance and achieving a new achievement that puts it on the path to winning the Women's Volleyball League title.
