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Observer
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Amerat crush Salalah to win Hockey Super Cup
Muscat: Al Amerat Club were crowned the 2025 Hockey Super Cup champions after a 5-0 victory over Salalah Club at the Hockey Oman Stadium in Al Amerat. The event was held under the auspices of Zuhair bin Mohammed al Ajmi, member of the Asian Hockey Federation. The match started strongly in favour of Al Amerat, who dominated play from the opening moments. Salalah relied on counter attacks and almost took the lead in the second minute with a dangerous shot from Muhannad al Balushi. Salalah continued their attempts and earned a penalty corner from which Mohammed al Toubi scored, but the goal was disallowed after a VAR review. In the fifth minute, Ahmed al Noufali opened the scoring for Al Amerat from a penalty corner. Salalah nearly equalised quickly, but Ayman Rabie missed a clear one-on-one chance against goalkeeper Fahad al Noufali. Al Amerat maintained their high pressure and nearly doubled their lead in the final minute of the first quarter, but Salalah's goalkeeper Khalid al Quraini made the save, ending the quarter with Al Amerat leading 1-0. Al Amerat make an attack at Salalah goalmouth. The second quarter saw Al Amerat dominate possession without creating real scoring chances until the final minute when Mohammed al Noufali's shot rebounded off the goalkeeper and Mahmoud Ramadhan followed it up to score the second goal, ending the half with Al Amerat up 2-0. At the start of the third quarter, Al Amerat continued their dominance and Elias al Noufali scored the third goal amidst a clear drop in Salalah's performance. Adnan al Hasani nearly added a fourth goal in the 27th minute, but Khalid al Quraini once again shined, saving another penalty corner for Al Amerat. Salalah attempted a comeback through a corner taken by Rashad Khuzain, but it posed no threat. In the final minutes of the quarter, Adnan al Hasani and Ayman Faraj scored the fourth and fifth goals, ending the quarter 5-0. Al Amerat captain lifts the Super Cup trophy. The final quarter saw no change in the scoreline, concluding with a well deserved triumph for Al Amerat, who claimed the Hockey Super Cup title. Mohammed al Darmaki, head coach of Al Amerat, expressed his delight after winning the Super Cup. "We congratulate all members of Al Amerat Club, including the players, management, technical staff and fans. Special congratulations go to the club's Board of Directors, led by Shaikh Mohsin bin Hani al Bahrani, who was the team's biggest supporter both financially and morally, always present with the players, encouraging and motivating them to achieve this success." Salalah players pose with their runners-up medals. GAME PLAN He added about the match: "The players delivered a great performance and fully deserved the title. They executed the game plan with full commitment. Finals are always approached with caution, regardless of the opponent's name and that's what we are focused on in the first quarter by playing conservatively with a strong defensive setup to better read the opponent's strategy, knowing that finals always carry surprises. "After that, the team gradually opened up, imposed its style of play, dominated possession and managed to diversify its tactics and create space, resulting in five deserved goals that reflect the hard work the players put in throughout the match." Salih Rasim Salih, captain of Salalah, said: "We played a strong match where the players gave their all with great fighting spirit. We congratulate Al Amerat Club on this deserved victory and I also congratulate my teammates in Salalah for their commendable performance." Al Amerat crush Salalah to win Hockey Super Cup He added: "The match was decided by the experience of the players. We faced a team with seasoned players accustomed to playing in such finals, while we rely on a young squad made up of junior and youth players, which in itself was a big challenge that we bravely accepted. "We have a solid base of young players that we have started to develop and prepare for the future; and we are working hard to build a team capable of competing strongly and reaching the podiums in the coming years." Pics by: Khalfan Al Ruzaiqi
Muscat Daily
12-04-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Balushi sprints to gold at West Asian Clubs Athletics Championship
Muscat – Ali Anwar al Balushi won gold in 100m at the West Asian Clubs Athletics Championship in Qatar, further cementing his status as one of the most promising athletes in Oman. Representing Salalah Club and competing on behalf of all Omani clubs, Balushi delivered a decisive performance on Thursday, clocking 10.03 secs to win in a field packed with regional contenders. This victory follows his first-place finish at the Oman Athletics Federation Shield Championship 2024, which qualified him for the regional event. 'This victory is the result of months of rigorous training and discipline,' said national coach Fahad al Mashaykhi. 'Ali faced technical challenges earlier this season, but his focus and persistence paid off.' More than 400 athletes from 13 countries took part in the second edition of the championship featuring 23 track and field events. The 100m sprint was one of the most competitive races, with athletes seeking to qualify for upcoming international meets. 'This championship featured some of the region's best, many aiming for global qualification. Winning here shows Ali is both mentally and physically prepared,' Mashaykhi said. The event is officially recognised by International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) under its E classification, making Balushi's gold medal a qualifying result for future global competitions. Balushi is now preparing for the Arab Athletics Championships in Algeria later this month. His performance will also contribute to preparations for the 26th Asian Championships in South Korea in July and the World Championships in Japan in September. 'This medal is not only a reward but also motivation,' Mashaykhi said. 'It gives us a benchmark and helps shape our training strategy for the rest of the season.' Oman Athletics Association views Balushi's Doha performance as an encouraging step in its broader effort to boost the country's competitiveness on the continental and world stage, the coach added.
Observer
27-02-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Hamoud wins Oman Individual Chess Championship
Muscat, Feb 27 The Oman Chess Committee has successfully concluded the Oman Individual Chess Championship for Adults, which saw broad participation from 106 male and female players representing various clubs across the Sultanate of Oman. The tournament featured intense competition over nine rounds, played under the Swiss system. The championship's awards ceremony was held at Al Amal Club, under the auspices of Dr Ahmed bin Jumaa al Riyami, Chairman of Nakhal Club, and was attended by members of the Oman Chess Committee (OCC), club representatives and the players' parents, who followed the tournament's proceedings over several days. After the final round, Dr Ahmed al Riyami and Muslim al Wadhahi, OCC member, honoured the top winners by awarding them medals, trophies, certificates of appreciation and cash prizes. In the final standings, Hamoud al Busaidy from Salalah Club secured first place, accumulating 8 points, which earned him the gold medal, the championship trophy and a cash prize. Salem al Amri from Mirbat Club finished in second place with 7.30 points, claiming the silver medal and a cash prize. Meanwhile, Maneh al Kathiri from Salalah Club came third with 7 points, earning the bronze medal and a cash prize. Mohammed al Riyami, also from Salalah Club, finished in fourth place with 7 points, followed by Said Shamas from Salalah Club, who secured fifth place with the same score. In sixth place, Muslim al Amri from Salalah Club recorded 6.30 points, while Imad al Balushi from Nakhal Club finished in seventh place, also with 6.30 points. RISING SIGNIFICANCE The Oman Individual Chess Championship for Adults is one of the most important events on the Oman Chess Committee's agenda, providing players with a valuable opportunity to engage in high-level competitive matches that enhance their skills and experience. The tournament also enables participants to earn international rankings and titles, increasing their competitiveness and strengthening the status of chess in Oman. Additionally, the tournament highlights the growing interest in chess within the country, with broad participation from various clubs, reflecting the increasing awareness of the intellectual and strategic benefits of the sport. Chess not only sharpens strategic thinking, but also improves concentration and decision-making skills. At the conclusion of the championship, Muslim al Wadhahi emphasised the importance of continuously supporting outstanding players, nurturing their talents through training camps and international participation, allowing them to compete against the world's best players. He also praised the high level of performance showcased during the championship, reinforcing the technical committee's confidence in the players' ability to achieve honourable results in upcoming regional and international tournaments.
