UDST athletes triumph at first Female University GCC Sports Tournament
The Peninsula
DOHA: The female athletes of University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) showcased outstanding talent and sportsmanship at the inaugural Fema...
DOHA: The female athletes of University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) showcased outstanding talent and sportsmanship at the inaugural Female GCC Tournament, held at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The tournament, a significant milestone in promoting women’s sports across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), witnessed participation from 11 universities in the region. UDST athletes competed fiercely in the four sports Badminton, Futsal, Volleyball, and Tennis.
The UDST Female Wolves left an indelible mark on the tournament, securing commendable victories and accolades. Notably, UDST achieved a remarkable feat by being the only participating university to secure a medal in each of the four sports.
In an exceptional display of skill, Mubaraka Al Naimi emerged as a shining star, receiving the gold medal in Tennis. Additionally, the UDST teams demonstrated remarkable teamwork and resilience across all disciplines, securing the silver medal in Volleyball and Futsal, and the bronze medal in Badminton. These achievements reflect the dedication and hard work put forth by the athletes, coaches, and support staff of UDST.
Commenting on this performance, Dr. Salem Al Naemi, President of UDST, said: “We firmly believe that sport plays an integral role in the educational journey of our students. We are immensely proud of our female athletes, whose remarkable achievements stand as a testament to their great dedication and continuous efforts. UDST is committed to recognising and nurturing the unique strengths of each of our students.
