Qatar Sports Committee for Rugby and Hockey

The Qatar Sports Committee for Rugby and Hockey was officially established in 2015 as the national governing body for both sports under the umbrella of the Qatar Olympic Committee. The creation of the committee followed decades of grassroots activity, particularly in rugby, which dates back to the 1970s when Qatar was part of the Gulf Rugby Union.
 

In a major milestone, Qatar became a full member of World Rugby in 2023, after being an associate member since 2020 — a testament to the sport’s growing infrastructure and popularity within the country. The committee oversees both men’s and women’s national rugby teams, covering traditional 15-a-side and rugby sevens formats. It also organizes domestic leagues and facilitates Qatar’s participation in Gulf and West Asian tournaments.
 

In field hockey, the committee has shifted the sport from a community-based activity into a more structured competitive platform. It has launched a national league featuring multicultural teams and is working to develop a national team capable of competing at the regional and continental levels. The committee also partners with the Asian Hockey Federation to offer regular training and officiating workshops.
 

With a vision to establish long-term infrastructure and broaden the sports base, the committee is actively working on developing dedicated facilities and expanding youth participation in both disciplines — in line with Qatar’s commitment to sports diversity and Olympic ambition.