Efforts to develop equestrianism, considered one of the region's ancient sports, continue in Hama Governorate through organizing periodic races and training courses targeting various age groups, with the aim of discovering and nurturing promising talents. Sports officials confirm that these initiatives contribute to raising the level of the game and attracting young talents.
For his part, Makram Kilani, Director of Sports and Youth in Hama, clarified that the directorate provides the necessary logistical support to the Equestrian Club according to available capacities, by organizing competitions and facilitating the club's various activities. He pointed out that the club's large area necessitates working on improving its reality to contribute to the development of the game, especially through organizing continuous training courses.
Mohammed Waseem Sheikh Al-Ghanama, President of the Hama Equestrian Club, added that the club is working to increase the number of practitioners and raise the level of riders, with a focus on developing show jumping due to its wide popularity. He noted that the club achieved distinguished results in the UAE President's Cup championship held recently in Latakia, emphasizing the need for broader support to expand the game's reach.
Coach Mohammed Samir Al-Nabulsi explained that the club organizes courses to teach horse riding, noting the existence of promising talents that need refinement, as well as the provision of horse equipment and court surfaces. The club previously held a Spring Festival race on September 18 with the participation of approximately 60 horses, and hosted the seventh periodic race for purebred Arabian horses on July 17.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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