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Kuwait Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait announces bid to host 2026 IIHF World Championship Division IV
Kuwait Winter Sports Club President Fahad Al-Ajmi KUWAIT: Kuwait Winter Sports Club announced on Tuesday that it has submitted a bid to host the 2026 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV, which includes the national teams of Armenia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Iran, Singapore, and Kuwait. The announcement was made on the sidelines of the club's participation in the ongoing IIHF meetings currently being held in Sweden. Club President Fahad Al-Ajmi told KUNA that the IIHF will review Kuwait's bid along with others and will announce the host country in the coming period. He expressed hope that Kuwait will have the honor of organizing this major championship, which plays an important role in placing Kuwaiti ice hockey on the international map and in advancing the sport domestically. Al-Ajmi added that the international meetings in Sweden included the participation of the club's Development Director Mishal Al-Ajmi and board member Rashid Al-Failakawi. The meetings also discussed ways to develop the sport globally at various technical levels, especially in Asia, through strengthening tournaments. The meetings resulted in important decisions aimed at developing the game in areas such as refereeing, coaching, and management by intensifying training programs in these fields, added Al-Ajmi, praising the role of the IIHF in promoting the sport at the national team level. – KUNA
Arab Times
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait submits bid to host 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV
KUWAIT CITY, May 27 (KUNA): The Kuwait Winter Sports Club announced on Tuesday that it has officially submitted a bid to host the 2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV. The tournament features national teams from Armenia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Iran, Singapore, and Kuwait. The announcement came during the club's participation in the ongoing International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) annual meetings currently taking place in Sweden. Speaking to KUNA, Club President Fahed Al-Ajmi said that the IIHF will evaluate all submitted bids and is expected to name the host nation shortly. Al-Ajmi expressed hope that Kuwait will be granted the opportunity to host the prestigious championship, noting that doing so would significantly elevate the profile of Kuwaiti ice hockey on the global stage and further promote the sport domestically. The Kuwaiti delegation to the meetings also included Development Director Mishal Al-Ajmi and board member Rashid Al-Failakawi. According to Al-Ajmi, the meetings covered a wide range of topics focused on the development of ice hockey worldwide, particularly in Asia. Discussions emphasized the importance of strengthening tournaments and enhancing the sport through technical and administrative development. The IIHF sessions also produced a number of key decisions aimed at improving officiating, coaching, and management by expanding training and development programs in these areas. Al-Ajmi praised the IIHF's efforts in supporting the growth of the sport at the international level.
Arab Times
21-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Official lauds Kuwait ice hockey team's achievement
KUWAIT, April 20, (KUNA): Kuwait's national ice hockey team secured a bronze medal at the Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV in Yerevan, Armenia, on Saturday, marking another milestone in their ongoing achievements, said Fahid Al-Ajmi, president of the Kuwait Winter Games Club, on Sunday. In a statement to KUNA following the team's arrival back home, Al-Ajmi highlighted that Kuwait came close to clinching the title on several occasions. He expressed the team's focus on the upcoming tournament in the third division. Al-Ajmi praised the players for their strong performance throughout the championship, attributing their success to the hard work put in during training camps and the consistent support from the Public Authority for Sport. He reassured that the club would continue to support the players to help them elevate their performance, particularly emphasizing the excellence of the younger athletes. In a similar statement to KUNA, player Mashari Mohammad reflected on the competitive atmosphere at the championship, noting that the experience would motivate the team to achieve even better results in future competitions. The national team's delegation was warmly welcomed by the club's secretary, Meshal Fulaitah, alongside officials from the Public Authority for Sport, including Iman Al-Medhadi and Jumana Assad.
Arab Times
20-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait crushes Iran 11-0 to win bronze at the Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV
YEREVAN, Armenia, April 20, (KUNA): Kuwait's national ice hockey team secured the bronze medal dominantly, defeating Iran 11-0 in the Ice Hockey World Championship Division IV held in Yerevan. The Kuwaiti squad showcased a strong performance throughout the tournament, recording impressive wins against Indonesia, host nation Armenia, Malaysia, and Iran. Honorary President of the Kuwait Winter Games Club, Sheikh Jaber Bander Al-Sabah, praised the team's outstanding efforts and success in winning four matches. In a statement to KUNA, he attributed the team's rapid development to the continuous planning and dedication of Club Chairman Fuhaid Al-Ajmi, noting that this achievement will serve as a powerful motivator for the players in future competitions. Salem Al-Marri, who was named Best Player of the Match, expressed his gratitude for the club's unwavering support, emphasizing its vital role in elevating the team's level of play and boosting player confidence.
