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4/21/25, 10:35 AM UAE University Games platform for developing future champions: Minister of Sport
During a visit to one of the women's basketball matches, the minister met with

participating players and offered words of encouragement, urging them to continue

delivering outstanding performances throughout the competition.

Al Falasi noted that the event embodies the UAE's vision of building a

comprehensive university sports ecosystem that enhances the country's reputation

as a regional and global sporting hub. He also highlighted the important role that

universities play in identifying and refining athletic talent.

The UAE University Games features 1,822 male and female athletes from 28

universities competing in three main sports: football, basketball, and volleyball.

Organised by Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC) in collaboration with the

Ministry of Sport and the UAE Sports Federation for the Institutions of School and

University Education, the tournament is supported by Solution+ and MBME Group.

Qualifiers have taken place in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah, with intense

competition in the preliminary, quarterfinal, and semifinal rounds. The finals will be

held on 19th and 20th April, followed by an awards ceremony to honour the

winners.

Basma Ahmed Abu Al Nasr, CEO of ADEC, emphasised that the tournament

represents a successful model of collaboration between key stakeholders and
contributes to promoting a culture of university sports while motivating young

talent to pursue excellence and innovation. (ANI/WAM)

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