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UAE University Games platform for developing

future champions: Minister of Sport

Ahmed bin Abdullah Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sport, praised the ongoing UAE University Games
as the largest event of its kind for higher education institutions in the country, describing it as a
transformative milestone in the development of Emirati sports and a vital platform for nurturing
athletic talent in alignment with the National Sports Strategy - 2031.

ANI
Updated At : 04:32 AM Apr 19, 2025 IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 19 (ANI/WAM): Ahmed bin Abdullah Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sport,
praised the ongoing UAE University Games as the largest event of its kind for higher education
institutions in the country, describing it as a transformative milestone in the development of Emirati
sports and a vital platform for nurturing athletic talent in alignment with the National Sports
Strategy - 2031.

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.

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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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