Qatar Esports Federation Message, Vision, and Objectives unveiled

DOHA – The Qatar Esports Federation has announced its message, vision and objectives a during a press conference held at Doha Tower on Tuesday. The press conference was attended by the QESF President Sheikh Abdullah bin Faleh Al Thani, QESF Secretary General Mr. Faisal Abdulrahman Khalid, QESF Assistant Secretary General Mr. Khalifa Al Haroon, and QESF Board Members: Sheikha Abeer bint Nooh Al Thani, Sheikh Nasser bin Khalid Al Thani, Ms. Moza Al Mohannadi, and Mr. Nasser Abdulla Al Hajri. The QESF President Sheikh Abdullah bin Faleh Al Thani stressed that launching the QESF is a dream come true to develop regulations and plans to promote esport in out community. The QESF President also highlighted that the mission of the federation is to develop esports in Qatar, expand the base of community participation and become a leading federation that fosters the growth and development of Esports in Qatar. In addition, the QESF signed a MoU with QUEST esports company and on his behalf, the CEO and founder of QUEST Mr. Elie Honain said: “Today, we have marked another important milestone in the growth of esports in Qatar. Through our partnership with the Qatar eSports Federation, we will be able to grow our local talent pool through additional support and training, as well as increase the frequency of live competitions – both intrinsic pillars of the Qatar National Vision 2030’s plans for supporting the broader sports ecosystem and youth development. Qatar has already made significant moves in becoming the region’s leading eSports hub and this collaboration is only set to enhance that.” From his part, QESF Secretary General Mr. Faisal Abdulrahman Khalid shed lights on the vision and brand  of the federation. The logo concept came to place by bridging the first letter of Qatar in both English and Arabic to symbolize a joystick. "The federation aims to establish a culture of Esports in Qatar and provide talented athletes with a clear path for professional progression to be able to represent Qatar at international levels." He said.

Qatar celebrate International Day of University Sport

DOHA -  On a festive day full  of sport activity and fitness  , the  students and teaching staff members from different Universities, colleges and high education institutions in Qatar  have celebrated the International Day of University Sport  (IDUS) on Tuesday. The event was also attended by H.E Qatar University  President Dr. Hassan Rashid Al-Derham , H.E Qatar Collegiate Sport Federation President,  Dr. Ibrahim Bin Saleh Al-Naimi ,  Qatar Collegiate Sport Federation Secretary General,  Mr. Rashid Saed Adiba and senior officials from different high education institutions. In Tuesday’s global event , students and teaching staff members from Qatar University  (QU), University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) , Universities of  Qatar Foundation   and other  Universities and high colleges  have  participated in series of sport programs, physical activities in addition to  entertainment, cultural and educational programs ,  which were held under  the supervision of Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation (QCSF). On this occasion , the QCSF President Dr. Ibrahim Bin Saleh Al-Naimi highly appreciated students and  stakeholders  participation and react to the IDUS programs and activities. He said  we are in Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation truly happy to start off our debut activity by celebrating the IDUS on a way to promote further sport culture and physical activities inside  the high education community. From his part , the QCSF Secretary General, Mr. Rashid Saed Adiba said this day represented an ideal opportunity could help students show their sport talents and skills locally and internationally and tell the world  how greatness of  Qatar as a sport loving nation doing all effort to develop human element mentally and  physically throughout the sport. “ We extend message of thanks to all universities, colleges and high education institutions who have been an integral part  of  this day,  hopefully they  will play a leading role in promoting the sport culture and encouraging the  talented students to serve national teams and build stronger and healthier community for generations to come”  added Mr. Adiba Most notably, IDUS is  a key official sport event approved in agenda of the United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organization (UNESCO) and adopted by the  International University Sports Federation (FISU) , that with purpose of creating links between universities and local communities to develop both health and sport for everyone.

Team Qatar book spot in AFC U20 Asian Cup finals

MANAMA – Bahrain: Qatar defeated hosts Bahrain 2-0 in their final Group B of the AFC U20 Asian Cup Uzbekistan 2023 Qualifiers to make the Finals of the tournament at the Sheikh Ali Bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Stadium in Arad, Bahrain, on Sunday. Qatar’s Jassim Al Sharshani opened scoring for his side in the 47th minute, as his teammate Al Hashimi Al Hussein cemented team Qatar’s advantage in the 52nd minute. Most notably, team Qatar led its respective group G with 12 points tally, after defeating Nepal, Bhutan and hosts Bahrain.

Qatar High Education Institutions to mark International Day of University Sport

DOHA -  A group of Universities, colleges and high education institutions in Qatar  are ready to celebrate the International Day of University Sport   (IDUS) on September 20 ,  2022 , that by organizing a series of sport, physical and entertainment activities at their headquarters under the Umbrella of Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation (QCSF). By celebrating IDUS on Tuesday, the Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation (QCSF) will begin a debut activity on road to develop the sport and physical activities inside the higher education institutions in a way that will  keep everyone opened-minded to build better sport culture and exercise sports day in day out. This IDUS is  a key official sport event approved in agenda of the United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organization (UNESCO) and adopted by the  International University Sports Federation (FISU) , that with purpose of creating links between universities and local communities to develop both health and sport for everyone. This IDUS coincides in most countries around the world with the beginning of the academic year , therefore  has been proclaimed and approved by the United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organization (UNESCO) to be celebrated annually on September 20, because it is also the date of the first Student World Championships kicked off in 1924. FISU will spare no effort to ensure that all national university sport federations under it membership are at the heart of the IDUS events, to promote its sports events but also to create a debate on university sport and to promote FISU values. IDUS presents an opportunity to share knowledge on key issues relating to the development of sport and the University Sports Movement worldwide, and to improve awareness of the importance of sport in educational institutions.

QOA holds Module 6 of Advanced Sport Management Course

DOHA-The Qatar Olympic Academy (QOA) held module 6 of Advanced Sport Management Course in its 12th edition last week.  The lectures of module 6, which were delivered by Prof. Holga Bros, focused lights on organizing a major sport event.  During the three-day training course which brought together 23 trainees, Prof. Holga Bros highlighted how can the trainees identify the main phases involved in organizing the event, identify the main tasks involved in running the event and develop an appropriate legal and operational framework for the event.  He also shed lights on identifying and managing the human resources needed to organize the event.  Prof. Holga Bros lauded the development at the QOA and wished he can continue his cooperation with academy at the upcoming training programs.   

QOC E- Sports Tournament proves a huge success

DOHA-The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) organized the 16th edition of E-Sports Tournament (FIFA 22) at Virtuocity arena in Doha Festival City on Friday. The event which was organized by the QOC in cooperation with the Qatar Esports Federation featured the participation of 128 athletes including a number of Kuwait's national Esports team stars  Meshari Al Kayed claimed the first place ahead of Abdulaziz Al Burdini in the second place while Abdulziz Al Rumaihi settled in third place. Moatasem Ibrahim finished the event in the fourth place while Mohamed Naem took the fifth place  Nasser Al Mudahka, Head of the QOC sports activities and programs section crowned the winners. Nasser Al Mudahka stressed that the tournament proved a huge success as this edition reflects the popularity of the community events organized by QOC among the community members. Nasser Al Mudahka thanked the Qatar Esports Federation for its cooperation in organizing this edition of the tournament.  Kuwait's Meshari Al Kayed, winner of the event said "I'm so happy to claim the title as the tournament featured the participation of very talented players" He also thanked the organizing committee of the event for its efforts to provide the players with the best possible atmosphere. The QOC organizes the Esports Tournament every year as part of the community activities plan in an effort to increase the participation of the community in sports activities.