Suhail bin Butti ensures preparations of University World Cup

During his visit, he met with the team members and the technical and administrative staff, and he was reassured about the readiness of the UAE representative for the global event, which brings together representatives from 16 countries competing for a week. He encouraged the players to exert their utmost efforts to achieve commendable results in the global championship while embodying the sportsmanship that characterises the youth of the UAE.

Support from the Ministry of Sports

His Excellency Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum emphasised that the participation comes within the framework of support from the Ministry of Sports, led by His Excellency Dr Ahmed Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports. He praised His Excellency’s strong support for university sports and his constant commitment to enhancing communication and closeness between the youth of the UAE and their counterparts from around the world through participation in international events at all levels, in line with the directives of the wise leadership in this regard.

Confidence in Sharjah University Players

He expressed his great confidence in the abilities and potential of the Sharjah University players to represent the country honorably, given their distinguished elements and their previous achievement of first place in the last edition of the University Games organised by the UAE Sports Federation for School and University Education. He added, "The participation of the UAE champion aligns with the country’s approach and its commitment to involve its youth in such events, especially since this event is not just a championship but reflects the core values of FISU, which are: excellence, respect, team spirit, and openness to academic and cultural diversity."

UAE's commitment to University sports

The United Arab Emirates is one of the largest supporters of global sports in general and university sports in particular. The focus on university games represents a qualitative leap in developing Emirati sports, contributing to achieving the objectives of the National Sports Strategy 2031. Furthermore, it helps create a university sports culture that inspires future generations, enhances community cohesion, and supports the goals of wise leadership to increase sports participation in society, thus enhancing the competitiveness of Emirati sports and reflecting its vital role in building a strong foundation for future national sports.