Morocco Secures Gold and Silver at Arab Beach Volleyball Championships with FIVB Empowerment

Morocco achieved remarkable success at the recent Arab Beach Volleyball Championships held in Batroun, Lebanon, securing both a gold and a silver medal. This impressive showing was significantly bolstered by comprehensive support from the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment program, highlighting the nation`s growing strength in beach volleyball.

Women`s Tournament Triumph

In the women`s competition, the Moroccan duo of Mahassine Siad and Imane Yakki delivered an exceptional performance to clinch the gold medal. They maintained an undefeated streak throughout the championship, winning all six of their matches in straight sets. Their dominant run culminated in a decisive 2-0 victory against Lebanon`s Lara Al Nahi and Cheikho Mirna in the final. The bronze medal in the women`s category was awarded to Algeria`s Melissa Soualmi and Hassaine Ikram, who also showcased strong play.

Men`s Tournament Achievements

For the men`s event, Soufiane El Gharouti and Anass Saber of Morocco displayed great skill and determination, earning the silver medal. The gold medal was claimed by the Algerian pair of Kallouche Mohamed-Islem and Souadi Mohamed, who emerged victorious over the Moroccans in a hard-fought final. Saifeddine Binaziz Elmajid and Assam Ahmed Mahmoud from Qatar secured the bronze medal, demonstrating their competitive spirit.

FIVB Empowerment`s Vital Contribution

Morocco`s outstanding achievements were made possible through the crucial support provided by the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment program. The Federation Royale Marocaine de Volley-Ball received a substantial USD 42,000 for coach support, with the experienced Italian expert Ezio Goia guiding the national beach volleyball teams. Additionally, the program allocated USD 18,000 for knowledge transfer initiatives and an extra USD 11,500 for essential beach volleyball equipment, all contributing to the teams` rigorous preparation and competitive edge on the international stage.

Championship Overview

The Arab Beach Volleyball Championships in Batroun featured intense competition among 8 women`s pairs and 12 men`s pairs. Athletes from seven nations participated: Algeria, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, and Qatar. The event served as a testament to the rising talent and increasing popularity of beach volleyball across the Arab region.