Hodeidah:The Youth and Sports Office in Hodeidah Governorate organized the first cultural competition for clubs and sports teams in Al-Khokha District. This event was held in coordination with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the local authority, and Mobilization in the governorate, coinciding with the annual Martyr Day 1448 AH.
According to Yemen News Agency, the Al-Rashid team emerged victorious in the competition, which featured six participating sports teams. Al-Rashid secured first place by leading the group stage with 11 points and winning the final match against Jeel Al-Mahadla team, supported by strong competition and enthusiastic crowd support.
The Director of the Youth and Sports Office in the governorate, Emad Al-Burai, emphasized the significance of cultural competitions in fostering awareness and reinforcing values of steadfastness and national belonging among youth and athletes. He commended the active participation and cultural awareness demonstrated by the youth of Al-Khokha District.
At the competition's conclusion, Al-Rashid team was awarded the first-place cup, while Jeel Al-Mahadla team took second place. The awards were presented in the presence of the district's Mobilization Official Zaid Hassan, the Deputy Youth Office Director Adel Duneijar, and several local and sports leaders.
After the award ceremony, participants visited a martyrs' photo exhibition in the district, reciting Al-Fatiha for the martyrs' souls and acknowledging their heroism and roles in defending the homeland's sovereignty.
