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participation of both students and schools. A total of 4,696 students, including 3,036 boys and 1,660 girls from 875 schools across the Emirates, participated in the event, showcasing
the UAE’s strong commitment to enhancing the school sports sector through early talent identification and training.
His Excellency further stated: “The School Games play a critical role in nurturing future champions, and empowering Emirati athletes to shine on the world stage, achieving great
success at the Olympics, as well as various continental and international levels. Such tournaments also help foster a culture of sports within the community by inspiring young people to
lead a healthy and active lifestyle. This year’s edition, in particular, has truly lived up to our expectations, due to impressive participation and the strong spirit of competition displayed by
the students. As the finals commence, the nation’s most talented young athletes will compete for the top spots and a chance to win gold, silver, and bronze medals.”
The annual School Games Championship is organised by the UAE Sports Federation for schools and University Institutions in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports, the Ministry of
Education, the National Olympic Committee, and several sports federations and educational bodies. This strategic collaboration reflects ongoing cooperation between the sports and
education sectors to support emerging athletic talents and achieve the goals of the ‘National Sports Strategy 2031’, which aims to increase the number of Emirati athletes qualifying for
successive Olympic Games, with an ambitious target of more than 30 athletes set for the 2032 Olympics.
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