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Qatar Tribune
18 hours ago
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- Qatar Tribune
Qatar spikers qualify for West Asian C'ship semis
QNA Manama Qatar scored a well deserved 25-17, 25-15, 25-13 win over Lebanon to qualify for the semi-finals of the West Asian Championship, being held in Manama, Bahrain, on Wednesday. The Qatar spikers delivered a distinguished performance throughout the match, clearly dominating the game. The result continues their winning streak in the tournament and strengthens ambition of winning the title of the first edition of this regional championship. Qatar had made it to the quarter-finals after topping Group B, following three consecutive wins in the group stage. They began their campaign with a 3-0 win over Saudi Arabia, followed by a 3-1 victory over Oman, before concluding the first round with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Kuwait in a highly competitive match. Qatar had topped their group with 8 points, cementing their position as one of the most prominent candidates for the title, thanks to the technical cohesion and collective brilliance the team have demonstrated throughout the tournament so far. In the other quarter-final matches, Saudi Arabia beat Jordan 3-0, while Oman also qualified for the semi-finals defeating the UAE 3-0. This is the inaugural edition of the West Asian Volleyball Championship and it was launched with the aim of promoting sporting competition among national teams in the region and raising the technical level of the game, under the supervision of the West Asian Volleyball Federation, headed by Ali Ghanem Al Kuwari. Qatar will meet Oman in the semi-final on Thursday.
Arab Times
12-07-2025
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- Arab Times
Kuwait volleyball team to face Algeria in Tunisia camp
TUNIS, July 12: The Kuwaiti volleyball team comfortably defeated Libya 3-0 in its second friendly match during its training camp in Tunisia, preparing for the upcoming West Asian Championship, which Bahrain will host from July 17 to 27. The team is set to play its third friendly today against Algeria. Led by Argentine coach Julian Alvarez and his national assistant Zaid Al-Kazemi, Kuwait is currently holding a 10-day training camp in Tunisia before heading to Manama, Bahrain's capital, for the tournament. The national team maintained strong form in its latest friendly, winning in straight sets: 25-20, 25-22, and 25-21. The technical and administrative staff is considering gradually increasing the intensity of friendly matches to help the team reach peak performance ahead of the competition. In the tournament draw, Kuwait was placed in Group B alongside Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman, while Group A features hosts Bahrain, Jordan, the UAE, and Lebanon. Kuwait will open its campaign on July 17 against Oman, face Saudi Arabia on July 18, and conclude group play against Qatar on July 21.
Arab Times
07-07-2025
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- Arab Times
Kuwait to host two beach volleyball championships in the upcoming season
KUWAIT CITY, July 7: After years of suspension, beach volleyball competitions are set to return in Kuwait with the announcement of two local championships in the upcoming 2025–2026 season, according to Abbas Ashkanani, head of the Beach Volleyball Committee at the Kuwait Volleyball Federation and an international referee. Ashkanani confirmed that the committee has begun coordinating with local clubs regarding their participation and the scheduling of these tournaments, marking a major step in reviving the sport domestically. In parallel with these efforts, training for the men's and women's youth national beach volleyball teams has officially begun at the Al-Jazirah Al-Khadra courts. The teams are preparing for two key upcoming competitions: West Asian Championship: August 31 – September 6 Arab Championship: September 6 – 10 Both events will be hosted in Lebanon. Ashkanani revealed the preliminary men's youth roster, which includes: Abdulwahab Talib, Jassim Al-Sabbagh, Nawaf Al-Shammari, Ibrahim Al-Ahmad, Ahmed Diaa, and Saud Al-Hashem. The preliminary women's team includes: Ghadeer Al-Sayegh, Munira Yousef, Alaa Al-Enezi, Asayel Al-Enezi, Shamail Al-Enezi, and Dana Mansour. Both teams are being trained under the leadership of national coach Ahmed Abdul-Razzaq. The current extended squads will eventually be narrowed down to two final teams per category to represent Kuwait in the championships. Ashkanani expressed optimism about the return of beach volleyball to the local sports scene and emphasized the importance of youth development in building a strong foundation for future success on the regional and international stage.
Observer
29-06-2025
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- Observer
Oman team gears up for volleyball championship
MUSCAT, JUNE 29 The Oman national men's volleyball team continues its intensive training programme in preparation for the West Asian Championship, set to take place in Manama, Bahrain from July 17-24, 2025. The coaching staff is working to ensure peak physical and technical readiness ahead of this key regional competition. As part of the preparation phase, Engineer Ibrahim bin Abdullah al Muqbali, President of the Oman Volleyball Association (OVA), visited the team's current training camp at Sohar Sports Complex. During the visit, he met with the players, coaching, and administrative staff, praising their efforts and emphasising the need to intensify preparations in the coming period. In a statement, assistant coach Hamid al Muqbali expressed gratitude for the association's support, noting that preparations began immediately after the conclusion of the local league. The comprehensive programme, supervised directly by the association president, includes the appointment of Iranian coach Mohammad Vakili former coach of Al Salam Club and a highly experienced figure who previously led Iran's youth team to a world championship title. The technical staff also includes Iranian specialists in physical conditioning and analytics, as well as local professionals serving as assistant coach, fitness trainer, and physiotherapist. Al Muqbali explained that the first stage of preparation included selecting an extended squad of 22 players based on performance in a competitive and professionally enriched local season. The squad later participated in domestic camps in Sohar and Muscat and played two successful friendlies in Dubai against the UAE youth team, winning both matches without dropping a set. The squad was then trimmed to 14 players, in accordance with official competition regulations. The team began its overseas training camp in Egypt on June 21, where it has so far played and won two friendly matches against Egypt's youth team as part of an intensive tactical and technical development plan. FOCUS ON PHYSICAL AND TACTICAL DEVELOPMENT Al Muqbali emphasised that the current camp focuses on several key areas: modern strength building techniques to enhance muscular endurance, improvement of individual skills, addressing weaknesses, and developing team harmony and tactical execution. He highlighted that Coach Mohammad Vakili's previous experience in Oman has allowed him to quickly understand the local players' capabilities and design an effective training approach. As for the squad composition, Al Muqbali noted a significant rejuvenation of the team, with the promotion of young talents such as Hamad al Maamari (Al Salam), Abdulbasit al Balushi (Sohar), Adam al Jaradi, and Abdullah al Shibli. He stated that the current squad's average age positions it as one of the most promising teams among Gulf nations in terms of readiness and future potential. FRIENDLY MATCHES PLANNED WITH SAUDI ARABIA The team will continue its friendly match schedule in Egypt before returning to Oman, where it will host the Saudi national team from July 1 to 9. Four friendly matches are scheduled during that period, which will serve as the final phase of preparation before heading to Bahrain for the championship. Regarding the training structure in Cairo, Al Muqbali explained that mornings are dedicated to correcting errors and implementing tactical plans, followed by fitness sessions in specialised gyms. Evening sessions are reserved for friendly matches. He concluded by praising the training environment at the Hassan Mostafa Sports Complex in Cairo, which offers modern facilities, including gyms, recovery amenities and multiple training halls in one location maximising the benefits of the training camp.
Sharjah 24
24-06-2025
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- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Club wins table tennis excellence shield for 2024–2025
Consistent success across age categories Throughout the season, Sharjah's table tennis teams—across all age groups including men, youth, juniors, and cubs—demonstrated outstanding performance. The club secured first place in seven major championships, such as the UAE Youth Doubles Championship, the UAE Junior Championship, and the UAE Junior League. They also claimed second place in the highly competitive Federation Cup, reinforcing their dominance on the national stage. National and international achievements Sharjah's success extended beyond local competitions, with players making significant contributions to various national youth teams. Mohammed Saeed Al-Musaibi, one of the club's standout athletes, earned nine medals during the season. His victories included a gold medal in the doubles event at the West Asian Championship, a gold medal at the Qatar International Championship, and a silver medal at the Serbia International Championship. He also added six bronze medals to his tally from various international tournaments held in Egypt, Turkey, and Kazakhstan. His younger brother, Ahmed Saeed, also made a mark by winning a silver medal in the under-15 doubles category at the West Asian Championship. Individual honours for players and coach In recognition of individual excellence, Ahmed Saeed Al-Musaibi was named the best junior player in the country, a prestigious honor reflecting his talent and consistency. Adding to the club's accolades, coach Ihab Mohammed Suleiman was awarded the title of Best Coach, celebrating his leadership and contribution to the club's exceptional performance throughout the season.
