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Khorfakkan Club for the Disabled concludes season with 104 medals

June 19, 2025 / 8:47 PM
Khorfakkan Club for the Disabled concludes season with 104 medals
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Sharjah 24: Khorfakkan Club for the Disabled has wrapped up the 2024–2025 sports season with remarkable success, earning a total of 104 medals across both local and international competitions. These achievements affirm the club’s leading position in the Paralympic sports arena at both national and global levels.

Celebrating the team’s success and efforts

His Excellency Abdullah Saleh Al Naqbi, Chairman of the Club’s Board of Directors, congratulated the club’s athletes for their impressive accomplishments and exceptional performance throughout the season. He also extended his appreciation to the technical, administrative, and medical teams for their integral roles in reaching these milestones and for their perseverance under pressure.

Al Naqbi emphasised that these victories are the result of strong teamwork, continuous training, and unwavering dedication. He commended the players’ discipline and cooperation, highlighting their commitment during both training sessions and competitive events. He also encouraged ongoing skill development and urged the athletes to preserve their achievements while continuing to supply national teams with promising talents from the club’s youth.

Acknowledging the support behind the success

Louay Saeed Allay, Vice Chairman of the Club’s Board of Directors, credited the club’s achievements to the unwavering support of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. He stressed the Board's ongoing commitment to establishing the club as a pioneering sports institution with a lasting social impact.

Allay also highlighted the vital contributions of the Sharjah Sports Council, led by His Excellency Issa Hilal Al Hazami, noting that its continued backing remains a cornerstone of the club’s sustained excellence.

Early preparations and great ambitions for the next season

Looking ahead, Allay reassured the club’s fans and supporters that the Board of Directors is fully committed to thorough preparation for the upcoming season. This includes optimal utilization of financial resources, strict adherence to approved budgets, and strategic planning to maintain the club's momentum and build on current successes.

Abdul Aziz Al Hammadi: Results reflect long-term planning

Abdul Aziz Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Technical Affairs and Talent Care Committee, highlighted that the club’s recent achievements stem from long-term strategic planning and targeted training programs. The medal tally reflects the club’s continuous investment in both individual and team performance development.

He reported that the club had secured 58 local gold medals, along with 15 gold, 16 silver, and 15 bronze in international championships—further solidifying Khorfakkan Club’s position as a leader in Paralympic sports with a strong ability to compete at the highest levels.

Local dominance and global qualification

Khorfakkan Club maintained its dominance on the national stage by winning the Paralympic Committee Athletics Cup for the third consecutive season, in addition to clinching the Powerlifting Cup. The goalball team for the visually impaired achieved second place in only their second local appearance, while the wheelchair basketball team currently tops both the league and cup competitions.

Al Hammadi proudly noted that seven players from the club have qualified for the World Athletics Championships, and four athletes have earned spots in the World Powerlifting Championships. He concluded by affirming that these accomplishments are a clear sign that the club is on the right path to producing world-class athletes who will proudly represent the UAE on international platforms.

 

 

 

 

June 19, 2025 / 8:47 PM

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