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BASKETBALL - National 28 Apr, 2025

International Basketball Training Camp Concludes

ISLAMABAD (PR ): The International Basketball Training and Coaching Camp, organized by the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA), successfully concluded in Islamabad.According to Federal Basketball Association General Secretary Ouj E Zahoor, young players participated enthusiastically in the camp, receiving modern training to enhance their skills and performance.Renowned coaches Luke Elie and Jacob Kim, affiliated with the American organization Coaches Team International (CTI) Sports, conducted various sessions at Bahria University. They provided players with expert guidance on fitness, skills development, technique, combination play, attacking strategies, and other key areas of the game.Ouj E Zahoor expressed deep gratitude to American coaches Luke Elie and Jacob Kim for sharing their valuable experience, knowledge, and passion with the young athletes. Both players and local coaches gained significant insights during the training sessions. He also thanked Bahria University for their outstanding support, which enabled the provision of international-standard facilities for the camp.On the final day of the camp, friendly matches were organized among the players, and certificates were distributed to all participants in recognition of their dedication and achievements.The Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) has also welcomed the joint venture as part of its ongoing efforts to promote basketball nationwide. “This is yet another significant step toward elevating the standard of basketball in Pakistan,” a PBBF spokesperson noted. “International partnerships like these are vital for our players’ growth and the development of our coaching infrastructure.The CTI-FBBA training camp reflects the growing commitment of key stakeholders to foster a new generation of basketball talent and marks a promising new chapter in Pakistan’s sporting landscape.

BASKETBALL - Int News 23 Apr, 2025

International Basketball Training Camp starts in Islamabad

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: In a landmark development for basketball in Pakistan, US based sports organization Coaches Team International (CTI) has partnered with the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) to hold an international basketball training camp in Islamabad.The camp, featuring renowned American coaches Luke Elie and Jacob Kim, has commenced at Bahria University and will conclude on April 28. It aims to develop young talent in the capital using modern training methodologies.Headed by FBBA General Secretary Ouj E Zahoor, the initiative brings much-needed international exposure to Islamabad’s basketball scene. A carefully selected group of young players is undergoing intensive training under the guidance of CTI coaches. In addition, five local coaches are receiving mentorship to help sustain international coaching standards beyond the camp.“This is a unique opportunity for our youth to be trained by global professionals who understand the modern demands of the sport,” said Zahoor. “It also empowers our local coaches to sustain this momentum in the long run.”Training sessions are being held at the indoor basketball courts of Bahria University, which has extended full support by providing facilities and logistical assistance for the visiting coaches and athletes.The Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) has welcomed the joint venture as part of its ongoing efforts to promote basketball nationwide. “This is yet another significant step toward elevating the standard of basketball in Pakistan,” a PBBF spokesperson noted. “International partnerships like these are vital for our players’ growth and the development of our coaching infrastructure.”The CTI-FBBA training camp reflects the growing commitment of key stakeholders to foster a new generation of basketball talent and marks a promising new chapter in Pakistan’s sporting landscape.

BASKETBALL - National 30 Dec, 2024

Pakistan WAPDA retain National Women’s Basketball Championship Title

Lahore (PR): Defending champion Pakistan WAPDA retained their title of the National Women’s Basketball Championship after defeating a strong Pakistan Army team 38-33 points in a nerve-jangling encounter here at the Wapda Sports Complex on Monday.Eight teams participated in the five-day championship, including Pakistan Wapda, Army, Lahore ,Karachi, Faisalabad, Islamabad, Hazara, and Bahawalpur Division .The event was organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF).The closing ceremony was attended by General Manager Sports/President WAPDA Sports Board, Imdad Ullah Memon, who was the chief guest, alongside Secretary General of the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF), Khalid Bashir, and other dignitaries.Wapda dominated the first half of the final, preventing their opponents from mounting any significant challenge. They took a commanding 12-points lead by halftime, with a score of 27-15.In the second half, Pakistan Army fought hard to close the gap but was unable to overcome Wapda’s lead. The final score was 38-33 in favor of Wapda.Key players for Wapda, Hijab Fatima and Kainat Zafar, played crucial roles in retaining the championship title. Hijab scored 12 points, while Kainat added 10 points. For Pakistan Army, Fajar Fatima was the top scorer with 9 points, followed by Aysha Dilashad and Kashifa Noreen, who both scored 8 points each.In the third-place match, Lahore triumphed over favorites Karachi, securing a dominant 48-23 victory. Lahore led the match by 21 points at halftime, with a score of 33-12. Khadija Mushtaq and Aimen Mehmood led the scoring for Lahore, both contributing 13 points each.The closing ceremony also featured the distribution of prizes, with General Manager Sports/WAPDA Sports Board ,Imdad Ullah Memon, and Secretary General of the Pakistan Basketball Federation, Khalid Bashir, presenting awards and trophies to the players.

BASKETBALL - National 29 Dec, 2024

Wapda and Army to fight for National Women’s Basketball C´ship Title

Lahore (PR): Defending champion Pakistan Wapda will face Pakistan Army in the final of the ongoing National Women’s Basketball Championship in the decisive encounter will take place on Monday at the WAPDA Sports Complex Lahore, organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF).Wapda, who remain unbeaten throughout the championship, dominated Lahore in the first semifinal, winning 65-33. Wapda’s star player, Hijab Fatima, led the team with 24 points, while Kainat Zafar added 13 points. Aiman Mehmood scored 13 points for Lahore. The semifinal was officiated by referees Umer Mehmood, Gul Jamal, and Prem Shahzad.In the second semifinal, Pakistan Army triumphed over Karachi with a commanding 59-19 victory, securing their spot in the final. Wearing red shirts, the Army girls were simply too strong for Karachi, who had performed well in the tournament but couldn't upset the Army’s dominant play. Ayesha Dilshad was the standout player for Pakistan Army, scoring 20 points, while Zobia Shehnaz contributed 10 points. Referees for the second semifinal were Yasir Ghafoor, Adeel Raza, and M. Umer.Wapda and Army will battle for the championship title on Monday, while Lahore and Karachi will compete for third place.

BASKETBALL - National 26 Dec, 2024

Women's Basketball: Wapda, Army, Faisalabad, Lahore Secure Victories

Lahore (Sports Report): Defending champion Pakistan Wapda, Army, Faisalabad and Lahore posted wins after beating their opponents in the opening round of the National Women's Basketball Championship, organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation at the Wapda Sports Complex, here on Thursday. Eight top teams, including defending champion Wapda, Karachi, Bahawalpur, Islamabad, Pakistan Army, Lahore, Hazara, and Faisalabad are fighting for top honour.In the opening match, WAPDA, the defending champion, began their campaign with a convincing 48-29 victory over Karachi. Kainat Bibi delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 14 points for the winning side, while Anaya Kamran contributed 8 points for Karachi.In the second match, Pakistan Army secured an easy win over Hazara with a dominant 95-5 scoreline. Ayesha Dilshad played a stellar game, scoring 22 points to lead the Army to a comprehensive victory. The third match saw Faisalabad defeat Bahawalpur 43-10, while in the fourth match, Lahore triumphed over Islamabad with a 49-35 victory.Four more pool round matches are scheduled for Friday, the second day of the championship. The semi-finals will take place on December 29, with the final scheduled for December 30. This event is part of a series of initiatives by the Pakistan Basketball Federation to revive the sport in the country.

BASKETBALL - Local News 19 Nov, 2024

Dream Team Win Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament

ISLAMABAD (PR): Dream Team defeated Warriors Club 30-20 in the final to win the Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament at Hamidi Hall, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad on Tuesday. The tournament was organized by “Right to Play” in collaboration with Alliance Française and under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association.The French Ambassador, Nicolaos Galey, and his wife, Camelia Galey, were the chief guests at the closing ceremony. Also in attendance were Ouj E Zahoor, General Secretary of the Federal Basketball Association, Ali Khayam, Country Director for Right to Play, and other dignitaries.Ambassador’s wife, Camelia Galey, a former professional basketball player in Algeria and France, played an active role in the event. Not only did she kickstart the tournament, but she also offered coaching tips to the participants during the competition.In the final match, Dream Team triumphed over Warriors Club, winning 30-20. Maria Soratgar was a standout player for the winning team, scoring 10 points, while Humna Roohi contributed 8 points. Noor Fatima was the top scorer for Warriors Club, with 10 points.Speaking at the event, French Ambassador Nicolaos Galey said: "This event allows us to promote the spirit of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games here in Pakistan. It is essential for us to contribute to the organization of a women’s tournament. Gender equality and the promotion of women’s rights are priorities for French diplomacy. Social equality and inclusion are equally important."A total of eight amateur teams from different areas of Islamabad participated in the tournament, which was held under the theme of "Equal Playing Field."

BASKETBALL - Local News 19 Nov, 2024

Federal Women's Basketball Tournament begins in Islamabad

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Eight teams are participating for the title trophy Federal Female Club Basketball Tournament, which was kicked off on Monday at Hamidi Hall, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad. The event is organized by Right to Play, in collaboration with Alliance Française, under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association.Federal Secretary for Education Mohiuddin Wani graced the opening ceremony as a chief guest while Fabrice Disdier, representing Alliance Française, was the guest of honour. Ali Khayam, Country Director for Right to Play, and Ouj E Zahoor, General Secretary of the Federal Basketball Association were present on this occasion. The wife of the Ambassador of France, a former international basketball player, and the wife of the Polish Ambassador were special guests in the ceremony.The tournament features eight teams from across Islamabad, showcasing the best female basketball talent in the city. The event aims to promote sportsmanship, provide a competitive platform for players, and highlight the growing interest in women’s sports in the region.“We are delighted to see such incredible talent and dedication from our female athletes,” said Federal Secretary Mohiuddin Wani during his opening remarks. “This tournament is a testament to the potential of women’s sports in Pakistan, and we are committed to supporting initiatives that empower young athletes.bRight to Play and Alliance Française have partnered for this tournament with the goal of fostering greater female participation in sports. Their collaboration with the Federal Basketball Association highlights their shared commitment to creating opportunities for women athletes and providing them with a platform to excel.

BASKETBALL - National 14 Aug, 2024

Punjab Claim Independence Day Men's and Women's Basketball Titles

Islamabad (Press Release): Punjab emerged victorious in both the men's and women's categories of the Independence Day Inter-Provincial Basketball Championship, organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) at Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad.In the men's final, Punjab lifted the title after a hard-fought victory over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), securing a win with a score of 69-68 points. Abdullah scored 22 and Mohammad Taimour scored 15 points for winning side while Umer Khan scored 15 points for KP. Meanwhile, Islamabad A secured third place by defeating Islamabad B in a closely contested match at 67-62.On the women’s side, Punjab dominated the finals, overwhelming Islamabad A with a commanding 64-17 victory. Ayman Ali and Sana were standout performers, contributing 16 and 12 points respectively to Punjab's triumph. In the third-place match, Sindh outplayed Islamabad B, winning 50-29. The closing ceremony of the five-day championship was graced by Federal Secretary Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) Nadeem Irshad Kayani and Director General of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Yasir Pirzada as chief guests. Also in attendance were president of the Pakistan Basketball Federation Brig (Retd) Mohammad Iftikhar Mansoor, Secretary General Khalid Bashir, Senior Vice President Imtiaz Rafi Butt, President of the Federal Basketball Association Ejaz Rafi Butt, Secretary General Ouj e Zahoor, Azam Dar, and other distinguished personalities.

BASKETBALL - National 13 Aug, 2024

KPK vs Punjab Men’s, Punjab vs Islamabad Women's Final on Wednesday

Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Punjab’s both teams men’s and women’s qualified for the finals after beating their respective opponents in the semifinals of the Jashan-a-Azadi Inter-Provincial Basketball Championships here at Laquiat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex on Tuesday. Also, KPK’s men and Islamabad’s women storm into the finals, as both the finals of the tournament will be played on Wednesday (August 14, 2024) at the same venue.In the first Women’s semifinal, Punjab defeated Sindh 64-32. Punjabi females were leading 40-13 at the half-time. Khadija Mushtaq scored 17 points, and Aiman Mahmood scored 16 points for Punjab, and played a vital role in team’s victory, while Maryam scored 10 points and Aqsi scored 9 points for Sindh. In the second semi-final, Islamabad A defeated Islamabad-B by 36-24 after an interesting match. Maria scored 12 points and Amani scored 7 points from Islamabad- A, while Shanzey scored 9 points and Shahbano scored five points from Islamabad-B. In the men's first semifinal, Punjab beat Islamabad-A by 81-56. The score at half-time was 41-28 in favor of the winning team. Mohammad Taimur scored 22 points and Mohammad Saifullah scored 21 points for the winning team, while Ali Hamza Kazmi scored 23 points and Mohammad Usman scored 7 points for Islamabad-A.In the second Semifinal, Khyber Pakhtunekawa (KPK) thrashed Islamabad-B 70-51 to confirm their berth in the final. Abdul Wahab 23, Bilal Khan 10 were major contributors to KPK. Haroon Rashid 15, Behram Raees 10 were the top scorers for the losing side Islamabad-A. Matches were supervised by Mohammad Praim Shahzad, Moazzam Naveed Rao, Mohammad Mudassar, Yasir Ghafoor, Umar Mehmood, Adeel S Raza, Gul Jamal, Naveed Ahmed Beeda and Saadat Jahangir. Brig Mohammad Iftikhar Mansoor, President Pakistan Basketball Federation and sizeable spectators also witnessed the matches.

BASKETBALL - National 12 Aug, 2024

Independence Day: Islamabad A, Punjab, KPK, Islamabad B reach semifinals

Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Islamabad A, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), and Islamabad B moved into the semifinals of the Men’s event of the Independence Day Inter-Provincial Men's and Women's Basketball Championship after winning their respective matches at the Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad on Monday.In the women’s category, the semifinals will take place on Tuesday. The first match, Punjab will meet Sindh, followed by a clash between Islamabad A and Islamabad B. The championship is being held under the supervision of the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA).In the men’s category, Islamabad A will face Punjab in the first semifinal, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will go head-to-head with Islamabad B in the second semi-final.On the final day of the pool round, Sindh's women's team secured their place in the semi-finals with a 45-18 victory over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Sindh’s Shafa Afzal, Aqsa Hanif, and Maryam Zahid each contributed 10 points. In another match, Punjab dominated Balochistan with a resounding 78-8 win, driven by standout performances from Khadija Mushtaq (22 points) and Nilofar Helen (17 points).Both finals, men's and women's categories will take place on August 14 at the same venue.