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Kuwait Times
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Over 1,000 youth join Kuwait Shooting Club's summer program
KUWAIT: The Kuwait Shooting Club's summer training program aims to discover and nurture young talent while equipping youth with essential shooting skills, said Club President Duaij Al-Otaibi. Speaking to KUNA, Al-Otaibi revealed that more than 1,000 young participants have enrolled in the two-month course, which includes training in Olympic shooting disciplines such as shotgun, rifle and archery. The program, organized in cooperation with the Public Authority for Sport (PAS), is held at the Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Olympic Shooting Complex and conducted under the supervision of internationally accredited coaches. Al-Otaibi stressed that the initiative aligns with the club's strategy to broaden the sport's base in Kuwait and make constructive use of students' summer break. He expressed appreciation to the Public Authority for Sport, particularly Acting Director General Bashar Abdullah, for their continued support and efforts in ensuring the success of the program. Praising the high level of commitment and promising performance demonstrated by the young participants, Al-Otaibi expressed optimism about the future of shooting sports in Kuwait. He also highlighted that the national shooting team continues intensive preparations ahead of upcoming international tournaments. Al-Otaibi concluded by extending gratitude to the country's leadership for their unwavering support of Kuwaiti athletes and sports development. — KUNA Club President Duaij
Kuwait Times
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait Shooting Club training program identifies young talent, teaches skills
KUWAIT: The Kuwait Shooting Club's training program aims to identifying young talent and teach the youth shooting skill, affirmed Club President Duaij told KUNA that over 1,000 young participants have enrolled in the two-month course, which covers Olympic shooting disciplines including shotgun, rifle, and training, in cooperation with the Public Authority for Sport, is being held at the Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Olympic Shooting Complex and is overseen by international-level coaches. Club President Duaij Al-Otaibi emphasized that the initiative supports the club's goals of expanding the sport's base in Kuwait and investing in youth during the summer praised the Public Authority for Sport, particularly Acting Director General Bashar Abdullah, for facilitating the program's success, and commended the promising performance and commitment of the participants, expressing optimism for the future of Kuwaiti the national team's front, Al-Otaibi noted that shooters continue regular training in preparation for upcoming international competitions and concluded by thanking Kuwait's leadership for the ongoing support. — KUNA
Kuwait Times
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwaiti official retains vice presidency at Arab Sports-for-All body
Haya Al-Dahham CAIRO: Haya Al-Dahham, Acting Deputy Director General of the Public Authority for Sport for the Sports-for-All Sector, has been elected Vice President of the Arab Federation for Sports for All representing Asia, during the federation's General Assembly elections held in Cairo. In a statement to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Monday, Al-Dahham said the elections were held last week with the participation of member states, resulting in her re-election as Vice President of the federation representing Asia. She expressed gratitude for her re-election and the confidence placed in her by the General Assembly. She extended her thanks to the Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, as well as to the Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Sport, Bashar Abdullah, for their support during the elections. Al-Dahham affirmed that winning the post is a new addition to Kuwait's international achievements, expressing pride in the honor of representing Kuwait in this regional sports platform. She explained that joining the Board of Directors of the Arab Federation for Sports for All is a significant responsibility, one she intends to use to promote the concept of community sports and support initiatives that encourage all segments of society to adopt physical activity as a lifestyle. She emphasized that 'sports for all is not a luxury, but a necessity for individual health and societal progress,' expressing her hopes to exchange experiences, broaden cooperation among Arab countries, and help achieve the federation's goals. Al-Dahham concluded by dedicating her win to the State of Kuwait and its ambitious youth, affirming her commitment to continue the journey and fulfill her responsibilities. — KUNA
Arab Times
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Daham retains Vice Presidency in Arab Sports for All Federation
CAIRO, July 7, (KUNA): Haya Al-Dahham, Acting Deputy Director General of the Public Authority for Sport for the "Sports for All" Sector, has been re-elected as Vice President of the Arab Federation for Sports for All, representing Asia. This came during elections held by the Federation's General Assembly in Cairo. Al-Dahham told Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Monday that the elections were held last week with the participation of member states, resulting in her re-election to the position. Haya Al-Dahham expressed her gratitude for being re-elected, considering it a proud achievement for Kuwait. She thanked Minister of Information and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi and Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Sport Bashar Abdullah for their support during the elections. Al-Dahham stressed that community sports are a health necessity, not a luxury, and pledged to continue working to strengthen Arab cooperation and advance the Federation's goals.
Kuwait Times
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait's disabled weightlifting team wins gold, silver
BILISI: The disabled weightlifting team with officials. TBILISI: The Disabled Weightlifting team participated in the World Cup held in Tbilisi, Georgia, headed by Ibrahim Al-Mashaan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Sports Club for the Disabled, the team manager, Adel Al-Rajeeb, Chairman of the Paralympic Weightlifting Committee, Ashwaq Al-Attar, administrator, coach Mohammed Al-Dosari, and players Faisal Al Dosari and Mona Al-Shatti. Mona Al-Shatti won the gold medal in the 55-kilogram weight class and Faisal Al-Dosari won the silver medal in the 54-kilogram weight class. Faisal Al-Dosari won the silver medal with a weight of 54 kilograms. We dedicate this victory to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Minister of Information and Culture, Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Sport Bashar Abdullah, Honorary President of the Paralympic Committee Sheikha Sheikha Al-Abdullah, members of the Kuwait Paralympic Committee and the Kuwaiti people.
