Abu Dhabi Open Judo Championship opens UAE season
The UAE Judo Federation opens its 2026-27 season in North Baniyas on 17 and 18 October. The international event is open to athletes of every nationality.
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Youth & Academies is the parent section for junior participation, sports education and long-term athlete development. It covers academies, age-group coaching, school and grassroots pathways, skills progression, junior competition and the practical decisions families make when choosing programmes, training environments or development routes.
The category is broader than academy listings alone. Its Level 2 sections distinguish institutions, developmental methods, parent guidance and school or grassroots sport, creating a clearer editorial pathway from first participation through structured coaching and more advanced competitive progression.
The category is broader than academy listings alone. Its Level 2 sections distinguish institutions, developmental methods, parent guidance and school or grassroots sport, creating a clearer editorial pathway from first participation through structured coaching and more advanced competitive progression.
Al Madam Takes Sharjah Archery Title With 17 Medals
Al Madam won the eighth Sharjah Sports Council Archery Championship with 17 medals. A total of 90 competitors from eight clubs took part in recurve and compound events for age groups from under-10s to open.
Dubai Starts Marine Racing Season with Shindagha Race
Dubai's local marine racing season opens Sunday with the first round of the Shindagha Race for 22-foot traditional sailing boats. A mandatory briefing for competitors is set for Friday.
Al Jazira appoint Jordi Roura to lead academy development
Al Jazira have reportedly appointed former Barcelona youth football director Jordi Roura to lead their academy. He is said to have started work on 1 October, but the available search results did not independently verify the appointment or details of his role.
Dubai Basketball League opens with 1,812 players
Duba's third season brings together 1,812 players from 23 clubs and academies for 321 games through 13 December. A new app provides access to fixtures, results and tournament statistics.
UAE Under-15 Basketball Team Opens Abu Dhabi Training Camp
Monthly sessions in Abu Dhabi are designed to keep the UAE's Under-15 players working between competitions. National teams director Rashid Al Naqbi is overseeing the camp with a specialist staff.
Emirati athletes call for better access and career support
Four Emirati athletes and former weightlifter Amna Al Haddad discussed what it takes to sustain elite careers at Middlesex University Dubai. Two more sessions will focus on women's health and careers in sport.
Dien Bien's First Cue Sports Open Reveals a Development Gap
More than 150 athletes from 11 clubs took part in Dien Bien's first open club billiards and snooker tournament. The turnout points to a development gap: billiards is not among the five sports in the province's 2026-2030 training plan.
Can Tho Launches Billiards and Snooker Federation
Can Tho has formed a billiards and snooker federation for 2026-2031, electing Huynh Anh Hung as president. Its agenda includes youth events and at least one or two national-level tournaments.
Al Ahly bring seven academy players into first-team training
Seven youth players have joined Al Ahly's first-team sessions during the international break, with senior players away on national-team duty. The club has also scheduled friendlies to prepare for the season's next phase.
خالد الغامدي wins both men's titles at Saudi billiards championship
خالد الغامدي won the men's 9-ball and 10-ball titles at بطولة السعودية للبلياردو 2026 in Riyadh. The event drew 77 players across four categories and featured 138 matches.
Sixteen teams chase Hanoi City Football Cup at Dan Phuong stadium
The Hanoi City Football Cup kicked off at Dan Phuong stadium, drawing crowds and setting the stage for two weeks of fierce competition. Sixteen teams will fight for the title as the city celebrates the 72nd anniversary of its liberation.
Vietnam Under 23 set for showdown with South Korea in Asian Games quarter-final
Vietnam Under 23 face South Korea Under 23 in the Asian Games men's football quarter-final after a dramatic group stage. Both teams bring full squads and a fierce rivalry to the pitch.
Palms Sports teams up with Ronaldinho and Renzo Gracie to boost UAE youth sports
Palms Sports has signed major deals with Ronaldinho, Renzo Gracie, and Ion Bridge to launch new programmes for young athletes in the UAE. This move opens the door to international expertise and fresh opportunities for Emirati youth.
UAE Chess Federation and Palms Sports join forces to grow chess
The UAE Chess Federation has signed a long-term deal with Palms Sports to boost chess, run tournaments, and get more students and community members involved. The plan covers over 400 schools in Abu Dhabi and fits into the federation's 2026 growth goals.
Dubai's Twenty Four Basketball Academy earns exclusive UAE spot at Grind Session 2027
Twenty Four Basketball Academy from Dubai will be the only UAE team at the 2027 Grind Session in the US, after a year of winning titles at home and abroad and sending players to national teams and American schools.
Fujairah Under 21 and Al Orooba Under 21 set for key UAE Pro League battle
Fujairah FC Under 21, sitting third in the UAE Pro League Under 21, face seventh-placed Al Orooba Under 21 on 29 December 2026. Fans can follow live stats and updates as both teams look to shake up the league table.
Morocco defeat hosts to reach African Under 18 Handball semi finals
Morocco's Under 18 handball team clinched a 30-27 victory over hosts Ivory Coast in Abidjan, advancing to the semi finals of the African Championship and moving closer to a World Championship berth.
Mansoura University president plays billiards with nursing students at start of new academic year
Dr. Sherif Khater, president of Mansoura University, joined nursing students for a game of billiards during the college's welcome events, reflecting the university's focus on student engagement as the 2026-2027 academic year opens.
Riyadh to Host High Stakes Billiards and Snooker Championships
Riyadh is set for a major cue sports double-header as billiards and snooker championships roll out at Localizer Mall and Ronnie's academy, offering over SAR650,000 in prize money and shaping the Saudi national team selection.
Haroun Al Khouri to compete in no-gi super fight at Karaganda Jiu-Jitsu Open
Eight-year-old Emirati jiu-jitsu athlete Haroun Ahmed Al Khouri will represent the UAE in a no-gi super fight at the Karaganda Open in Kazakhstan, facing Muhammad Yusupov on 20 September as he continues to build his international record.
Dubai School Games to involve 23,000 student athletes in 2026
Dubai is preparing for its largest ever school sports season as the 2026-2027 Dubai School Games will see over 23,000 students from 210 schools compete in 31 sports across 93 days, aiming to uncover new talent and expand youth participation.
Sharjah Women's Sports Foundation hosts early childhood gymnastics day
Sharjah Women's Sports Foundation is holding its second early childhood gymnastics event for girls aged 4 to 7 at the Sharjah Olympic Centre, focusing on movement skills and confidence in a non-competitive setting.
UAE Special Olympics team prepares for new regional format in Cairo
The UAE Special Olympics delegation will send 15 athletes to Cairo for the tenth Middle East and North Africa Regional Games, competing in four sports under a new multi-country format from 17 to 23 September 2026.
School Jiu-Jitsu Programme Secures Three Year Extension in UAE
Palm Sports has renewed its partnership with the Ministry of Education to deliver the school jiu-jitsu programme until 2029, allocating AED 600.5 million to reach 150000 students across 279 schools and deploying nearly 500 expert coaches.
Al Hamriyah Club recognises athletes heading to Aichi-Nagoya 2026
Al Hamriyah Club has formally recognised three of its athletes chosen to represent the UAE at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, signalling a clear commitment to supporting national talent and raising expectations for international performance.
Can Tho to host 2026 Vietnamese national billiards and snooker championships
Can Tho has been chosen to host the 2026 National Clubs Billiards and Snooker Championship and the National Youth Carom Championship, bringing 300 athletes and a 300 million VND prize pool to the city for the first time.
Sharjah Hamriyah Aquathlon crowns new sprint and junior champions
The sixth Sharjah Hamriyah Aquathlon brought together 400 athletes for sprint, supersprint, and junior races, with standout wins from Abdullah Al Ghaithi, Meryem Al Ali, and several rising juniors. The event reflects Sharjah's growing multisport scene and strong community involvement.
Ryan Malhan wins Asian U17 badminton gold for UAE
Ryan Malhan made history for UAE badminton by winning the Asian under-17 singles title in Qingdao, China, and adding a doubles bronze. Supported by the UAE Talent Nurturing Committee, his results mark a new milestone for Emirati youth in continental sport.
UAE Olympic Football Team Announces Squad for Asian Games in Japan
The UAE Football Association has named its 23-man squad for the Olympic team heading to the Asian Games in Japan. Yahya Al Ghassani and Mohammed Jumaa are included, which means they will not play in the Gulf Cup. Coach Igor Bišćan leads the team.