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10/24/25, 11:44 AM Sports Coordination Council holds second meeting of 2025 to enhance coordination and strengthen national sports ecosystem
University Games

The Ministry also highlighted updates on the second edition of the University Games, which will include
Obstacle Course Racing in addition to three team sports: football, volleyball, and basketball. The event
expects around 2,700 students from 47 universities, competing in over 700 matches to date (excluding

obstacle course figures, as registration has not yet opened). The league stage began in October and will
continue through February, followed by the playoffs from March 30 to April 26, culminating in the
crowning of champions at the end of the academic year.

Talent Committee Platform

The UAE Committee for Talent and Sports Support presented the achievements of its Talent Committee

Platform, the nation’s first digital platform dedicated to identifying and developing talented athletes. To
date, 1,169 athletes have created personal profiles, 307 have submitted official applications, and 126
were invited to the first assessment camp, which saw participation from 101 athletes across 22 different
sports. The platform serves as a comprehensive national database for physical activity and athletic

performance, enabling the tracking and scientific evaluation of athletes under the supervision of
international scouts.

National Sport Talent Schools (NSTS)

The Ministry also presented the ‘National Sports Talent Schools’ initiative (NSTS), launched in
collaboration with the Ministry of Education, which aims to transform government school complexes into

comprehensive sports training centers after school hours. These centers will welcome students of all
nationalities and backgrounds, promoting community participation through recreational sports hubs and
embedding sports as a core pillar of student well-being. The initiative seeks to establish clear pathways
for identifying and nurturing national talent and raising the competitive level of student athletes.

UAE National Olympic Committee: Strengthening Institutional Integration

In conclusion, the UAE National Olympic Committee (NOC) outlined its plans to host the headquarters of
23 national sports federations, as well as three Asian federations (Rugby, Karate, and Badminton) and
two Arab federations (Basketball and Rugby). The NOC has also allocated shared offices for federations
without premises and meeting halls for general assemblies and workshops, all provided free of charge.

The NOC will cover all logistical costs, underscoring its commitment to supporting national sports
federations, providing a professional working environment, and enhancing institutional coordination and
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Moreover, attendees emphasised the importance of coordination between all relevant parties to achieve
institutional integration. They also underscored the importance of fostering an integrated and

sustainable sports ecosystem, which can help advance the National Sports Strategy 2031 and enhance
the UAE's pioneering role in the regional and global sports domain.

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