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Arab Times
05-08-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Ashkanani thanks Sheikh Isa bin Ali for covering surgery costs
MANAMA, Aug 5: Kuwait basketball team player Hussein Ashkanani has expressed deep gratitude to Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, for generously covering the cost of his recent surgery in Bahrain. Ashkanani sustained a severe shoulder dislocation during Kuwait's match against Egypt in the Arab Basketball Championship, which concluded last week in Manama. The injury required immediate surgery, which Sheikh Isa fully sponsored as a gesture of hospitality and care for Bahrain's tournament guests. In appreciation, Ashkanani presented a commemorative shield to Sheikh Isa in a special ceremony attended by Kuwait Basketball Federation President Dhari Al-Barjas, team delegation head Owaid Al-Enezi, and team manager Mohammed Al-Hassawi.
Arab Times
24-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait U-16 basketball team departs for Egypt ahead of Arab Championship
KUWAIT CITY, July 24: The Kuwaiti under-16 basketball team is set to travel to Egypt for a 15-day training camp as part of its final preparations for the Arab Championship, which will take place in Cairo from August 10 to 17. The delegation is led by Thamer Al-Shanfa, Secretary-General of the Kuwait Basketball Federation, and includes Mishaal Mohammed and Fahad Al-Bous as administrators. The team will be managed by Taleb Al-Kandari, with Talal Al-Qallaf serving as head coach and Yahya Al-Bahr as assistant coach. The 16-player squad consists of: Abdulaziz Al-Tahous, Ali Abbas, Abdulrahman Al-Marzouq, Ali Al-Salahi, Omar Al-Asaq, Fareej Al-Freej, Ali Al-Hindal, Abdulaziz Al-Mutawa, Musaed Al-Obaidi, Omar Al-Saleh, Ali Al-Rabah, Abdulrahman Al-Rabah, Mishaal Al-Azmi, Abdullah Al-Jarid, Suwait Al-Dhafiri, and Abdulrahman Al-Qatifi. Speaking ahead of the trip, Al-Shanfa emphasized that this training camp is a key part of the national team's broader preparation strategy. 'This championship brings together some of the strongest teams in the Arab world, giving our players valuable experience and exposure,' he said. Al-Shanfa also reaffirmed the association's commitment to developing junior and youth teams by encouraging participation in regional and international tournaments. 'We're focused on creating opportunities for our young players to compete and grow by playing against top Arab teams,' he added.
Arab Times
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait basketball team heads to Istanbul for the Arab Championship preparations
KUWAIT CITY, July 7: The Kuwait national basketball team departs for Istanbul this evening to begin a training camp that will run until July 24, in preparation for the upcoming Arab Men's Basketball Championship, scheduled to take place in Tunisia from July 25 to August 2. The training camp is part of Kuwait's broader preparation plan, as the team eyes both regional success and readiness for the upcoming Asian qualifiers. The team delegation is led by Owaid Al-Enezi, Assistant Secretary of the Kuwait Basketball Federation, and includes: Administrators: Fahad Al-Bous, Mohammed Al-Hasawi Team Manager: Khaled Bou Zabar Head Coach: Serbian tactician Oliver Kosic Assistant Coach: Khaled Al-Qallaf Fitness Coach: Bashir Farih The squad features 14 players: Ahmed Al-Balushi, Rashed Al-Rabah, Mohammed Ashkanani, Mohammed Adnan, Abdulrahman Al-Shammari, Adel Al-Saeed, Talal Al-Obaidi, Abdulaziz Al-Hamidi, Suho Al-Shammari, Ahmed Al-Foudari, Hussein Ashkanani, Adam Asad Allah, Faisal Al-Bahr, and Faisal Al-Husseini. As part of its camp, Kuwait will play five friendly matches, including one against the Saudi national team, which is also holding its camp in Istanbul. The team's training sessions began last week in Kuwait, under the leadership of Coach Kosic, to improve team chemistry and performance ahead of the regional tournament. Speaking ahead of the team's departure, Owaid Al-Enezi emphasized the importance of the Arab Championship as part of the team's preparation during the international break. He noted that these competitions and friendlies are vital in building momentum ahead of the Asian Cup qualifiers. Al-Enezi added that the current roster includes several young talents, and the coaching staff is focused on integrating them alongside seasoned veterans. This blend of youth and experience is part of a long-term vision to strengthen the national team in future competitions.
Arab Times
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait prepares in Egypt for Gulf Championship challenge
KUWAIT CITY, June 1The Kuwait junior basketball team will depart for Cairo tomorrow to begin an external training camp running until July 5. The camp is part of the team's preparation for the upcoming Gulf Championship, scheduled to take place in Manama, Bahrain, from July 7 to 14. The tournament serves as a qualifier for the Asian Finals. The delegation is headed by Ghazi Al-Otaibi, Treasurer of the Kuwait Basketball Federation, and includes Mohsen Al-Mutairi, Mishaal Mohammed Adarian, head coach Talal Al-Qallaf, assistant coach Yahya Al-Bahr, and team manager Talib Al-Kandari. The squad features 12 promising players: Abdulaziz Al-Mutawa, Suwait Al-Dhafiri, Fareej Al-Fureij, Omar Al-Asaq, Abdulrahman Al-Qatifi, Omar Al-Saleh, Musaed Al-Obaidi, Abdulrahman Al-Marzouq, Ali Al-Salahi, Ali Abbas, Mishaal Al-Azmi, and Abdullah Al-Jarid. During their stay in Cairo, the team is scheduled to play several friendly matches, including matchups against the Jordanian national team, Al-Ahly, and Al-Ittihad of Alexandria. Ghazi Al-Otaibi emphasized that the Basketball Federation is keen on ensuring the players gain valuable experience from the camp and deliver strong performances in the Gulf Championship. He noted that this effort is part of a broader strategy to see the national team reach the podium, backed by a focused preparation plan from the technical staff. Al-Otaibi also extended his gratitude to the Sports Authority for its continued support in developing Kuwait's national basketball teams.
