ISLAMABAD: The third phase of the FIBA Foundation’s “Basketball for Good program” concluded on Monday with a resounding success, leaving a positive impact on the lives of more than 90 girls from various schools, here at the Liaquat Gymnasium, Pakistan Sports Complex.
Conducted under the watchful eyes of Ouj E Zahoor, the Associate Secretary of the Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) and General Secretary of the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA), the two-day “Ball In Street” event aimed to foster sportsmanship, teamwork, and empowerment among young girls. This marked the third phase of the FIBA Foundation’s Basketball for Good program, following previous successful events in Multan and Lahore.
National Coaches Riaz Malik and Umer Mahmood took charge, showcasing their exceptional coaching skills. They were joined by a distinguished team of coaches, including Naveed Ahmed, Yasir Ghafoor, Yasir Mujtaba, and Prem Shehzad. These coaches conducted informative sessions on coaching skills, training, modern techniques, and basketball games, inspiring the young participants to pursue their basketball aspirations.
The concluding ceremony welcomed esteemed guests, with Chairperson of Karim Khan Afridi Welfare Foundation (KKAWF) Cristina von Sperling Afridi and President of the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA) Ejaz Rafi Butt serving as chief guests. Notable figures such as Pakistan Basketball Federation (PBBF) Associate Secretary Ouj E Zahoor, National Basketball Team Coach Riaz Malik, PBBF Director Media Azam Dar, and other dignitaries graced the event with their presence.
To symbolize achievement and encouragement, certificates were distributed among all participants at the conclusion of the coaching workshop. Furthermore, basketballs were presented to the participating schools, fostering a lasting love for the sport among the youth.
This phase of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Basketball for Good program in Islamabad showcases the transformative power of sports, promoting gender equality and empowerment among the younger generation. Both organizers and participants aspire to carry forward the spirit of unity, teamwork, and dedication instilled during this memorable event.
