05-05-2025
- Sport
- Bahrain News Gazette
Information Ministry Unveils Commentary Star Competition to Nurture Bahraini Sports Commentators
Manama: The Ministry of Information, in collaboration with Tumooh Sport Management and Gulf University, has inaugurated Commentary Star, Bahrain's first national competition dedicated to identifying and nurturing Bahraini talent in sports commentary. This initiative is part of the Creators Lab and the Media Talents Award, and is being organised by Bahrain Sports Channel.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, Minister of Information, highlighted the ministry's dedication to empowering Bahraini youth in sports media. This effort is backed by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Registration for the competition is open from May 5 to 20, with ten episodes scheduled for recording and broadcast beginning in September. Participants will be judged by a specialised jury.
The winner of the competition will secure a commentary position with Bahrain Sports Channel, receive a full scholarship from Gulf University, and be awarded a financial prize. The top two participants will also be granted monetary prizes and will undergo intensive training. The competition is designed to foster national talent and contribute to the advancement of sports media in Bahrain.
