Khorfakkan Club launches Govt Entities Volleyball Championship

February 24, 2026 / 8:08 PM

Sharjah24:Khalid Murad Abdullah, Board Member of Khorfakkan Sports and Cultural Club, announced the launch of the Government Departments and Institutions Volleyball Championship on Tuesday evening at the club’s outdoor courts. The tournament features 14 teams representing 13 government and private entities and is held as part of the Sport Before Iftar programme. The championship will continue until 4 March and aims to promote sports participation during the holy month of Ramadan, encourage healthy lifestyles, and strengthen teamwork among employees of participating entities in Khorfakkan.

Khorfakkan Sports and Cultural Club is hosting the championship on its outdoor courts, with nearly 200 players taking part, reflecting strong engagement from institutions across the city in the club’s community sports programmes during Ramadan.

Promoting healthy lifestyles and teamwork during Ramadan

Speaking to Sharjah 24, Khalid Murad Abdullah explained that the tournament is part of a comprehensive Ramadan sports agenda organised by the club in cooperation with the Sharjah Sports Council. The initiative aims to encourage physical activity before iftar, promote healthy living, and enhance teamwork and positive communication among employees of participating entities.

Safe and organised competitive environment

He added that the club has ensured a well-organised and safe competitive environment that meets the highest safety standards, contributing to the success of the event and highlighting the social role of sports during Ramadan. He noted that such tournaments strengthen the presence of sports activities as an essential part of the Ramadan atmosphere in Khorfakkan.