Manama – ISF Gymnasiad Bahrain 2024, the Middle East’s first major international multi-sport event for school athletes, began its one-year countdown with a press conference in Manama on Tuesday. The flagship event, organized by the International School Sports Federation (ISF), is expected to draw nearly 5,000 participants from more than 80 countries. It is scheduled to be held in October 2024 under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain.
During the press conference, ISF President His Excellency Laurent Petrinka emphasized the federation’s deep commitment to the region, saying: East next year. ISF Gymnasiade is an important intersection of sports, education and cultural exchange, fostering valuable experiences for young people around the world. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, whose visionary approach to promoting school sports and unity paved the way for this important milestone. I am optimistic that this will be the beginning of a great cooperation journey for his ISF in the region. ”
Hrvoje Kustonia, CEO and Secretary General of ISF, added: “For 50 years, ISF has remained steadfast in its mission to enrich education and promote overall physical and mental health through the power of sport.” Our Youth. ISF proudly works with her vast network of 200,000 schools in 134 member countries and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee. It is a great honor to share our dedication to the Olympic spirit in Bahrain, the host of the largest ISF Gymnasiad to date and our first visit to the Middle East. ”
Ishaq Abdullah Ishaq, Chairman of the ISF Gymnasiad 2024 Organizing Committee, presented a summary detailing the preparations completed for ISF Gymnasiad 2024 in Bahrain. This includes all medical, security, operational, and technical planning. To hold such an iconic large-scale event, in 10 days he expects 5,000 students from over 80 countries to participate.
Mr. Ishak said that the ISF Local Organizing Committee is involved in archery, badminton, basketball 3×3, beach volleyball, boxing, fencing, gymnastics, handball, judo, karate, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, wrestling, etc. Additionally, it was announced during the conference that he would be launching a Bahrain web page on his ISF website. This will make it easier for viewers around the world to access his ISF Gymnasiad 2024 updates.
The Chairman of the Executive Organizing Committee added that since launching the nationwide volunteer campaign on August 6, 2023, more than 900 applicants have registered to take part in organizing next year’s monumental event. . Volunteers will be located in a wide range of tourism, cultural and educational areas on the island assigned to the 2024 ISF Gymnasiad.
A key focus of ISF Gymnasiad Bahrain 2024 is on “Legacy and Sustainability” and raising long-term awareness among generations of youth about the importance of sport and physical activity. Leaving a legacy behind, ISF Gymnasiad Bahrain 2024 will be an opportunity to create a starting point for a sporting journey for the school’s students, whether it be high-level activities or casual activities.
About the International School Sports Federation
At the forefront of school sport for over 50 years, the International School Sports Federation (ISF) lives up to its motto: ‘We are school sport’. As the global umbrella body for national school sports organizations, ISF works with over 200,000 schools in 134 member countries. Founded in 1972 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee since 1995, the International School Sports Federation (ISF) provides school children aged 13 to 18 with unique opportunities (sport, culture, , education). Its mission is to expand education through sport, encourage healthy lifestyles, and support the physical and mental health of youth around the world. ISF is the only organization that hosts the world’s largest international sporting events for students, including the flagship ISF Gymnasiade.
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