SWSC thrives at 30th Al Dhaid Ramadan Shooting Championship

Strong performances in the junior categories
On the first day of the tournament, Saturday, March 15, 2025, 13 female competitors participated in the junior 10-metre air pistol event. Reem Al Ketbi finished third with 544 points, while Sarah Al Balushi, Jannah Al Ali, Nora Al Balushi, and Layla Abdullah gave outstanding performances and gained vital competition experience.

Fatima Al Suwaidi finished second in the 10-metre air rifle event for juniors, which had eight entrants, with Malak Al Bishr coming in third. Mona Al Hosani and Nouf Al Hammadi both showed promising talent in their performances.

Dominance in senior categories
On Monday, March 17, 2025, competitions resumed with the 10-metre air rifle event for senior men's and women's divisions, which had nine participants. Sharjah Women's Sports Club athletes swept the podium, with Yasmeen Tahlak taking first, Shurooq Al Ali coming in second, and Salha Al Ali completing third.
Despite failing to reach the podium in the same category's 10-metre air pistol event, Aliya Al Blouki and Maryam Al Shuweihi displayed a strong battling spirit and earned valuable experience.

Coaches' reflections and future plans
Melissa Sretinovic, the air rifle instructor, lauded the shooters' efforts, pointing out substantial improvements in accuracy and poise under pressure. She said, "The competition was tough, but the players' determination signals a promising future for them in shooting."

Sergey Gennadevj, the air pistol instructor, praised the players' performance and encouraged them to improve their abilities for future trials. Despite the challenges encountered throughout the championship, it gave an invaluable chance to evaluate performance and identify areas for growth. We will concentrate on these issues in the next months to improve our performance in future events."

A bright future for shooting

These results show Sharjah Women's Sports Club's ongoing growth in shooting sports, where athletes are supported and prepared for local and international events as part of the club's overall plan. Participation in such events is critical for honing abilities and building confidence, paving the path for future success.