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Observer
22-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Sayyid Azzan elected as new chairman of OOC
MUSCAT, APRIL 22 The general assembly members of Oman Olympic Committee (OOC) elected HH Sayyid Azzan bin Qais al Said as the new Chairman of OOC for the upcoming term (2024-2028). Dr Abdullah bin Khamis Ambusaidi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Education for Education and Chairman of Oman School Sports Association (OSSA), was elected as Vice-Chairman. The General Assembly regular meeting of OOC took place on Tuesday in presence of 17 representatives of sporting associations and committees and sports figures. The newly elected chairman of OOC replaced Shaikh Khalid al Zubair, who ended his journey after two terms. Taha Sulaiman al Kishry and Abdullah Mohammed Bamkhalaf were elected as members of OOC board members due to their international sporting positions. Representative of OSSA, Yousef Awad Bait Saleem, was elected as board member in non-Olympic sports association seat while Khalifa bin Hamed al Jabri will represent athletes after being elected by the Oman Athletes Committee and Sayyidah Sana bint Hamed al Busaidiyah was selected as Chairperson of Oman Women's Sports and Gender Equality Committee. The General Assembly members elected the former chairman of Oman Volleyball Association Bader bin Ali al Rawas and Oman Club vice-chairman Jihad bin Abdullah al Shaikh to fill the two seats allocated to the category of sports personalities while Fahad al Raisi was not elected as he received less votes among the three candidates. Six more board members were elected out of nine nominated members. Dr Marwan bin Juma al Jumaa, Chairman of Oman Hockey Association (15 votes), Eng Khalfan bin Saleh al Naabi, Chairman of Oman Basketball Association (13 votes), Moosa bin Khamis al Balushi, Chairman of Oman Handball Association (13), Qais bin Saud al Zakwani, representative of Oman Aquatics Association (12 votes), Eng Ibrahim bin Abdullah al Maqbali, Chairman of Oman Volleyball Association (12 votes) and Said bin Mohammed al Hajri, Chairman of Oman Athletics Association (11 votes). The other three representatives including representative of Oman Football Association, Qutaiba bin al Ghilani, Faiz Mohammad Riaz, Vice-Chairman of Oman Golf Association and Saif al Rushedi, Chairman of Oman Cycling Association, were not elected due to their less votes. The meeting's agenda featured accepting the minutes from the Extraordinary General Assembly which took place on February 16, 2025, besides reviewing the previous year's annual report and highlighting key administrative and technical achievements. Then, the members had an overview of the proposed activity plan for 2025 and there were discussions of the final accounts for the past year, the auditor's report, and the estimated budget for the current year. COOPERATION AND SUPPORT In his remarks after being elected as the OOC chairman, HH Sayyid Azzan bin Qais al Said said that it is a great honour to receive the esteemed trust to serve as chairman of OOC for the 2024–2028 term. 'I would like to express my sincere gratitude and deep appreciation for this confidence. I look forward to your cooperation and support in elevating the Committee's performance to meet your aspirations — and those of the athletes of our beloved homeland, the Sultanate of Oman,' he said. 'What has been achieved over the past years in terms of organisational and technical progress, as well as the establishment of firm foundations, serves as an inspiration for us all to continue building and advancing the Committee's work towards greater integration and effectiveness — ultimately serving Omani sports and enhancing its presence regionally and internationally,' he said. 'Names may change and faces may differ but the goal remains the same, and the destination unchanged. Our ambitions are renewed, carried by new energy, continuing the journey of those before us, holding the same torch and striving for greater horizons and deeper service to Omani sports,' he added. 'I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Shaikh Khalid bin Mohammed al Zubair and the previous board members for their sincere efforts and the institutional, organisational, and technical legacy they have left behind — a legacy that will continue to motivate us to move forward on the same path and develop what they began with a spirit of appreciation and teamwork,' he said. 'We will work in close coordination with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth under the leadership of HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, guided by his ongoing support for this sector and his generous directives, which we consider a compass for our success. As we begin this new chapter together, we draw inspiration from the vision of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik — may Allah protect him — in making sports a cornerstone of Oman's renewed renaissance, and a fundamental pillar of empowerment, progress, and sustainable development,' he concluded. FIRST BOARD MEETING Following the election, the board directors of OOC held their first meeting on Tuesday headed by HH Sayyid Azzan bin Qais al Said in presence of all members. During the meeting, Abdullah bin Mohammed Bamakhalef was appointed as Secretary-General of the Committee while Qais bin Saud al Zakwani was appointed as Treasurer. The formation of the Executive committee of OOC was also approved and it is chaired by HH Sayyid Azzan bin Qais al Said, and accompanied by the following members: Abdullah bin Mohammed Bamakhalef, Qais bin Saud al Zakwani and Dr Marwan bin Juma al Juma.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
MN-C February 2025 Student of the Month: Cameron Barker
Where do you want to go to college and why? One of my greatest aspirations is to attend The University of Tulsa College of Law and become a lawyer dedicated to helping others, especially our minority communities in Oklahoma that barely get any representation. Though the path ahead is long, I'm starting my journey at Eastern Oklahoma State College, using it as a stepping stone to turn my dreams into reality. What is your list of Accomplishments? I've achieved recognition as a National Honor Society member, Best Attorney in Mock Trial, Principal's Honor Roll recipient, and Superior rating in Solo-Ensemble District. I've also excelled as Top Geometry Student, Honorable Carpentry Member, Rotary Student of the Month, and Student of the Month (February 2025). Scholarships include $700 (NSU), $800 (UCO), and $1,000 (Mock Trial), showcasing my dedication and academic skills. What drives you to succeed? One of my greatest motivations is addressing the injustices people face within justice systems. Learning about the Cho Doo-soon case opened my eyes to how unfairly the system treated the victim. Ever since, I've been inspired to succeed in order to fight against such inequities and advocate for the protection of our youth and women. Who inspires you to excel in school and why? One of my biggest inspirations are my parents. My parents have always inspired me to achieve higher than them and to never be ashamed of my capabilities. As they started in a world that didn't accept them, they slowly built their own way up to show that they are not to be looked down upon. This resilience has pushed me to further my education and to succeed in my own way. What community activities are you involved in and what drives you to give back to the community? I have participated in many community activities, such as blood drives, community egg hunts, and backpack drives. However, one of my favorite events to take part in is the OSSA competition held in McAlester. Many people dedicate their time to help young artists showcase their skills, and their commitment inspired me to do the same. I truly enjoy seeing the effort and creativity that both the artists and volunteers bring to these competitions What are your extracurricular activities and how do they improve your education? Joining the McAlester Mock Trial team in high school helped me overcome stage fright and build confidence. Slowly, as I was forced to come out of my shell, I learned how to be more outgoing and not let others walk over me. I made more friends, and with all the mock trial deadlines, I stayed on top of everything academically since I wanted to go far in my studies while enjoying my time for extracurriculars.
Observer
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Dakhiliyah girls top overall ranking of School Sports Days
MUSCAT: The Oman School Sports Association (OSSA) concluded the first part of the School Sports Days which was dedicated to girls as Al Dakhiliyah Directorate-General of Education claimed first place in the overall ranking while Muscat's education directorate girls secured top honours in the bowling competition and also led the table tennis event. As many as 250 female students took part in the School Sports Days and vied for several medals in four sporting disciplines including athletics, badminton, table tennis and bowling. The competitions featured tough and exciting performances. On the other hand, the School Sports Days for boys will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday as 161 students under the supervision of 76 coaches and supervisors will vie in different events. The boys will compete in athletics (87 participants), badminton (22), table tennis (33), bowling (24), cross-country (43) and chess (44). 250 female students took part in the School Sports Days. The purpose of the School Sports Days is that OSSA will work closely with the national associations to provide the top athletes and players in different sporting disciplines. The talented and most potential players will receive the right environment from associations for further development programme and to represent the national teams in different domestic and international events in the coming future. In the girl's competitions, Al Dakhiliyah emerged as the overall champions with 61 points in athletics while Al Batinah North came second with 51 points, while Muscat secured third place with 48 points. In table tennis, Al Dhahirah won first place while Al Batinah North ended as runners-up while Al Dakhiliyah finished third. In badminton, Jawaher al Shaibi from Muscat took first place, followed by Rawaa al Qassabi from Al Dakhiliyah and Muzn al Amri, also from the same governorate, in third. In bowling, Muscat claimed the top position, followed by Al Dakhiliyah in second and Dhofar in third. Competitions were held in athletics, badminton, table tennis and bowling. At the end of the competitions, the closing ceremony was held as Dr Abdullah bin Khamis Ambusaidi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Education for Education and Chairman of the Oman School Sports Association, was the chief guest and delivered the medals to the top winners in each sporting category. The finals were also attended by Maryam bint Mohammed al Riyamiyah, Adviser to the Minister of Education for Educational Relations and International Cooperation, along with officials and invitees. The closing ceremony featured the final of table tennis, followed by a student performance by Al Ula Basic Education School and a visual presentation highlighting the competition highlights. Later, the award ceremony took place as the top three winners were honoured in each event with gold, silver and bronze medals. Trophies were also presented to the top-performing directorates in the overall standings.
Observer
13-04-2025
- Sport
- Observer
'School Sports Days' launched in Muscat
MUSCAT: MUSCAT: The Oman School Sports Association (OSSA) launched the School Sports Days on Sunday and will run until Wednesday at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher and the Bowling Hall in Seeb. The event will target students born in 2008 and later, in accordance with the age-specific criteria set by the organising committee for each sport. Also, the event has attracted a large turnout, with 414 students advancing to the finals. Each of the governorates of Muscat, Al Dakhiliyah, Al Buraimi, Al Dhahirah and Dhofar is represented by 42 participants. Al Batinah North Governorate is represented by 38, while Al Sharqiyah North and Musandam governorates each have 34 participants. Al Batinah South and Al Sharqiyah South governorates are represented by 33 each, and Al Wusta Governorate by 32 participants. This nationwide initiative brings together over 400 male and female students, accompanied by 22 supervisors, under the technical direction of 109 coaches representing 11 educational directorates. Participants will compete in six sports disciplines: chess, athletics, badminton, bowling, cross-country, and table tennis. The School Sports Days event aims to promote sports participation within the educational system and utilise sports as an effective tool to support educational goals. The event also serves to instil ethical values, spread Olympic sports culture among students, and raise awareness about the importance of physical activity. Moreover, it acts as a platform to discover and nurture emerging student talent, guiding outstanding athletes toward national sports federations and future national team representation. The female competitions will take place on Sunday and Monday, featuring 253 students under the supervision of 55 coaches and supervisors. Female students will compete in athletics 86 participants, badminton 22 participants, table tennis 33 participants and bowling 20 participants.
