KUWAIT: Hawally education zone team was crowned champion of Kuwait Martyrs Mini Goal Championship in a penalty shootout as the regulation time ended in a 1-1 draw.
The event was held under the patronage of physical education director general at the Ministry of Education who was represented by Dr Istiqlal Al-Raqam. Former MP Yousuf Al-Zalzalah, former soccer players Saad Al-Houti and Mohammad Karam, media men and other dignitaries.
Dr Istiqlal Al-Ragam said she was happy with the success of the festival which carries the name of the martyrs in which teams from various areas participated. She also lauded the administration of Iyas bin Muath and the organization of the championship.
School principal Ali Hussein thanked the organizing committee which included Hassan Al-Khawajah, Salah Al-Mithen, Mohammad Al-Demkhi, Hassan Abdelrasoul, Hussein Al-Awadh and others.
He said the success of the second Martyrs Mini Goal Championship reminds us with persons who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of Kuwait and reminds our students with our martyrs in an attractive sport event.
Mohammad Al-Khawaja spoke on behalf of the martyrs' children and thanked the family of Iyas bin Muath for this initiative which immortalize the martyrs memory.
By Abdellatif Sharaa