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SPORTS NEWS - Int News 05 Oct, 2022

AIPS Asia elects Amjad Aziz Malik its unopposed Secretary General

SPORTS BULLETIN REPORT Rome (Italy):-Asian Sports Journalists Federation (ASJF) has elected unopposed South Korea's Hee Don Jung and Amjad Aziz Malik its president and secretary respectively for next four-year term. Amjad Aziz became the only Asian journalist, who got this slot back-to-back for third time. ASJF meeting held Rome the capital city of Italy, as 23 representatives of Asian member countries participated in the meeting out of 30 nations. There was a contest for the presidency between South Korea's Hee Don Jung and Malaysia's Ahmad Khwari Isa, but the Malaysian candidate withdrew from the South Korean candidate, after which Hee Dong Jung was elected president unopposed. Saudi Arabia's Adel Al Zahrani was elected First Vice President by the House. After two candidates withdrew their nominations, the election of five vice-presidents was also unopposed. Among those elected are Mubarak Al-Boainin of Qatar, Khalil Haider of Kuwait, Ahmad Khawari Isa of Malaysia, Sabanayakan of India and Meisam Zamanabadi of Iran . No other candidate has submitted nomination papers for the post of Secretary General, Amjad Aziz Malik of Pakistan, so he became the Secretary of AIPS ASIA for the third time. He is the first Pakistani and Asian journalist to be elected for the third consecutive time. Niranjan Rajbansi of Nepal was elected as treasurer after Sato of Mongolia withdrew his nomination for the post of treasurer. Candidates from 15 countries had submitted nominations for eight seats in the Executive Committee, but after seven countries withdrew their papers, the officials who were declared elected include Hiroki Shoda of Japan, Sanat Babla of Bangladesh, Safwan Abu Shanab of Palestine,Oman's Ahmed Saif Al Kaabi, Macau's Nim Seong Fong, Chinese Taipei's Helen Chi, Yemen's Abdulsalam Hamoud Ali Saud and Kazakhstan's Ilyas Omarov. President Hee Don Jung said: “All resources will be utilized for the development of sports journalism in Asia. National sports journalist organizations of Asian countries should organize annual events regularly and focus on training young sports journalists”.

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 28 Sep, 2022

Raja Khalid Janjua inducted into US Martial Arts Hall of Fame

SPORTS BULLETIN REPORT ISLAMABAD:-Shihan Raja Khalid Janjua became the first Pakistani to be inducted into the “US Martial Arts Hall of Fame". Raja Khalid is also the first Pakistani Kyokushin Karate Master to receive a VI-Don World Action Black Belt from Japan and got a place in the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Raja Khalid said that he earned this honor with the prayers of his parents, the nation and his hard work. “Joining the USA Hall of Fame is a matter of honor for the entire country and I dedicate this achievement to the people affected by the floods. Along with this honor, I have also got the result of my dedication and hard work,” he added. Raja further said, “There is no shortage of talent in Pakistan. In Bahria Town, Islamabad, Phase 4, Headquarter of the Federation has constructed a world-class facility for the peoples of Pakistan to serve the nation namely Raja Martial Arts and Fitness Centre. Headquarters has been built to serve the country and the nation, “he maintained. "After joining the Hall of Fame, my ambitions have become higher. At this historical moment of the “USA Martial Arts Hall Of Fame” ceremony in New York USA along with sports’ personalities Jim Thomas, Shelley Williams, Lita B Kaufman were also present, “Raja concluded.

SPORTS NEWS - School News 18 Sep, 2022

Wajah wins Inter-Schools Rope Skipping Championship

SPORTS BULLETIN Karachi:-Wajah Hussein claimed the top position in the Boys’ Event of the 2nd National Inter-Schools Rope Skipping Championship 2022 that held under the banner of Pakistan Rope Skipping Federation (PRSF) in collaboration with Happy Home School. As many as 180 boys and girls from different 25 schools participated in the National Rope Skipping Championship. The opening ceremony started with the reception of the Holy Quran and the National Anthem. Happy Home School students demonstrate wonderful display Rope skipping skills. Director Program Happy Home School Dr. Malha Ahmed welcomed all guests and players. Chief Guest Hydir Ali all Sindh private schools and chief executive Happy Home School prize distribution successful player Shariq Siddiqui General Secretary Pakistan Rope Skipping Federation thank full all guest and players for success full championship. Pakistan Rope Skipping Federation’s senior vice President and president Karachi Rope Skipping Association Raja Naveed and President Karachi Olympic Azmat Pasha were also present on this occasion. Results: (Girls): 1. Position Nesra School 2. Aga khan school Results: (Boys): 1. Wajah Hussein 2. Happy Home School

SPORTS NEWS - School News 13 Sep, 2022

National Inter-School Rope Skipping Championship on September 15

SPORTS BULLETIN Karachi:-The 2nd National Inter-School Rope Skipping Championship will be held on September 15 and 16, 2022 under the supervision of Pakistan Rope Skipping Federation (PRSF) in with the collaborations of Happy Home School System (HHSS). According to an official of PRSF, it is expected 16 schools including 5 governments and 7 have confirmed their entries for the competitions. Agha Khan Morning Shift, Habib Public School, Fatimiyah Education Network, Meritorious Matric and Juniors, Sun Academy, City School and Aga Khan School College have confirmed their participation.

SPORTS NEWS - National 11 Sep, 2022

FBBA announces schedule of National Women Championship

ABDUL JABBAR FAISAL Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) has revealed the schedule of the National Basketball Women’s Championship, which will be played from October 3 t0 7, 2022 at Laiquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad, as Islamabad will face Lahore in the opening fixture of the championship, which will be held under the banner of Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF). According to an official of FBBA, as many as eight teams will fight for the top honour during the 5-day national basketball competitions. Eight teams have been divided into two pools, as the Pakistan WAPDA, Karachi, Rawalpindi and Quetta are bracketed in Pool A while Pakistan Army, Lahore, Peshawar and hosts Islamabad are in Pool B. Each two teams from both groups will qualify for the semifinals, which will be played on October 6 at the same venue while 3rd position play-off and final will be played on October 7, 2022. Pool A: WAPDA, Karachi, Rawalpindi, Quetta Pool B: Army, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar Schedule: Venue: Laiquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex October 3, 2022 (Day-1): Lahore vs Islamabad at 4:00 pm Karachi vs Rawalpindi at 5:00 pm WAPDA vs Quetta at 6:00 pm Army vs Peshawar at 7:00 pm October 4, 2022 (Day-2) WAPDA vs Rawalpindi at 4:00 pm Army vs Islamabad at 5;00 pm Karachi vs Quetta at 6:00 pm Lahore vs Peshawar 7:00 pm October 5, 2022 (Day-3) WAPDA vs Karachi at 4:00 pm Rawalpindi vs Quetta at 5:00 pm Islamabad vs Peshawar at 6:00 pm Army vs Lahore at 7:00 pm October 6, 2022 (Day-4) Winners Group A vs Runner-ups Group B at 5:00 pm Winners Group B vs Runner-ups Group B at 6:00 pm October 7, 2022 (Day-5): Third position match at 4:00 pm Championship match (final) at 6:00 pm

SPORTS NEWS - School News 27 Aug, 2022

Inter-School & Inter-College Games from November 1 this year 2022

Sports Bulletin Report LAHORE:-The 10th Inter-School & Inter-Colleges Games will take place from November 1 to 5, 2022 at Lahore after the two years gap affected by the Covide-19 Pandemic. It was decided in the meeting of the Punjab Olympic Association. The Punjab Olympic Association has sent the invitation to all schools & colleges all over the Province of Punjab for their participation. The Punjab Olympic Association has started working for smooth arrangements for these Games.

SPORTS NEWS - National 24 Aug, 2022

National Women Basketball Championship in October 2022

Sports Bulletin Report ISLAMABAD:-The National Basketball Women’s Championship will be held from October 3 to 7, 2022 at Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad under the banner of Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF). According to an official of Federal Basketball Association (FBBA), the draws for this event will be held at the office of the PBBF on September 10, 2022, at 5:00 PM. All affiliated units have been requested to confirm their participation in top national basketball fixture. After obtaining permission from Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF), Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) has invited all the affiliated units of Pakistan Basketball Federation to participate in the National Basketball Championship. Each team shall comprise of 12 players, 1 Manager and 1 Coach. Affiliated units have also been requested to bring one Referee/Table official along with your team for this event. The accommodation will be provided in the hostels of Pakistan Sports Board.

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 23 Aug, 2022

Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub to focus five new Olympic Sports Clubs

Sports Bulletin Report Abu Dhabi (UAE):- A new era of sporting expansion has begun for sport in the UAE capital with the rebranding of Abu Dhabi Cricket to the Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub (ADCSH). The revamp heralds an extensive new development of the world-class facility to better reflect the venue's status as the UAE's premier community sports hub. ADCSH will now host five new Olympic-focused sports clubs formed by Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the city's only ‘pay as you go’ 50-metre Olympic sized community pool, a key legacy of the 2021 FINA World Swimming Championships (25M) held at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena. Moving to ADCSH are Abu Dhabi Athletics Club, Abu Dhabi Rackets Club, Abu Dhabi Fencing Club, Abu Dhabi Weightlifting Club and Abu Dhabi Archery Club all of which now join the Hub’s dynamic community and school outreach programmes. “These developments significantly strengthen our proactive partnership commitment with Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub in our ongoing drive to encourage sports and fitness activity among the UAE capital’s residents and provide truly accessible training opportunities to our growing number of domestic recreational athletes from which future professional stars may arise,” said Aref Al Awani, General Secretary, Abu Dhabi Sports Council. “The developments also greatly strengthen our potential to host international sporting events in the UAE capital in partnership with global rights holders.” ADCSH is now building the new 8-lane Olympic-sized swimming pool which combines the world championship 25m training and 25m finals pool used at last year’s FINA World Swimming Championships (25M) in Abu Dhabi. The Hub is also completing an eight-lane world athletics standard 400m running track, which will be available for all track and field use for both community athletes and international teams. The new developments extend the Hub’s sporting footprint to 251,000 sqms, takes its partner club portfolio to 30 and the number of sports played at the venue to 35. “This all transforms ADCSH into the region’s most forward-thinking and community-focused facility with unrivalled multi-sport facilities,” said ADCSH’s CEO, Matthew Boucher. “The developments build on our world-class international and domestic cricket facilities and credentials which have made our facility, home to the iconic Zayed Cricket Stadium, an instantly recognised and admired global cricketing venue. "Cricket will remain a key focus for us with the rebrand and expansion enhancing our product range for the benefit of the entire community and reflecting the growing interest in pursuing sports among Abu Dhabi residents. Our efforts are totally aligned to our continued support of Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s campaign to achieve the Abu Dhabi 2030 vision of fostering a healthy, inclusive, active, and engaged community, and to the capital reinforcing its credentials as a preferred venue for major international sporting events.”

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 15 Aug, 2022

Pakistani players clinch 5 medals in the International Triathlon Games

Sports Bulletin Report LAHORE:-Pakistan triathlon players have won 5 medals in the International Triathlon Games that held in Thailand. According to an official PMPF, the national team won three silver and two bronze medals in International Triathlon Games organized in Thailand in which teams from Pakistan, Thailand, Nepal, Taiwan and Philippines participated. Pakistan's 9-member team participated in running, shooting and swimming events of the International Triathlon Games. In under-19 1500m running and 150m swimming events, Labib Ahmed and Attaullah while in the U-13 category, M Afnan won silver medals. In the senior category, Arsalan and Mohsin won bronze medals. Pakistan team was comprised of Arsalan Waraich, Waqar Ahmed, Mirza Ahmed Ahsan, M Afnan, Muneebur Rahman, Labib Ahmed, Mohsin Razzaq and M Ataullah. Tariq Ahmad Rashid was the head coach and manager of the national team. President Pakistan Modern Pentathlon Federation (PMPF) Riyaz Fatiana and Secretary Zahoor Ahmed congratulated the Pakistan triathlon team on winning five medals in the International Triathlon Games. The PMPF President said that the national team performed well in the running, shooting and swimming events of the International Triathlon Games. “A large number of youth are taking great interest in pentathlon games. We will organise international pentathlon events in Pakistan in near future,” he added.

SPORTS NEWS - Int News 28 Jul, 2022

Pakistan team to participate Asian Rugby Trophy in August 2022

Sports Bulletin Report LAHORE:-Pakistan Rugby Union (PRU) training camp is in full swing in Lahore for the Asia Rugby 7’s Trophy, 2022 in Jakarta from August 4 to 7, 2022. PRU did the same in the 15 a side event and got a South African coach Sinovuyo Ganto, who arrived here one week ago to train players. According to President PRU Arif Saeed, the Asia Rugby 7s will be played in Jakarta and this will be a good opportunity for our boys to play international level and get some good experience so PRU will do all the effort to make a good team and send abroad. A good 7s coach came all the way from South Africa and we hope the team will perform well in the Upcoming 7s event. As many as 16 teams will participate in the international fixture including Indonesia, India, Brunei, Jordan, Magnolia, Afghanistan, United Arab Emirates, Guam, Kazakhstan, Singapore, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Thailand, Nepal, and Iran. Some good teams are also in this line up so we hope for a good event. Pakistan 15 man squad will leave on 4th August 2022 for Indonesia and the event will start on 6th and end on 7th Aug. Team will be back on 8th Aug. The squad includes 12 players, Coach Sinovuyo Ganto, Manager Rizwan Malik and team Doctor. PRU as a union does some good job for players all over Pakistan local or international events PRU provides all chances to our players added PRU President. Names of players: Anjum Sajjad, Mohammad Haroon, Mohammad Waqas, Waqar Younis, Irfan Ali, Mohammad Afzal, Aqib Siddique, Waseem Abbas, Mohammad Amir, Faisal Aslam, Ali Khan, Daud Gill, Ahmed Waseem and Khalid Bhatti.