Dubai: Dubai-based sports event management company 3SM has launched its first annual high school basketball championship in association with the UAE Basketball Federation.
The event will feature 10 regional schools that are considered to be the most competitive in the region.
The championship starts on Saturday with a two-group round robin and will culminate with a knockout final-four round on the weekend of January 20-21.
All games will be hosted at the Al Wasl Club Sports Complex in Dubai, with a professional officiating team that will be provided by the UAE Basketball Federation.
Exposure
Abdulla Taryam, managing director of 3SM, said: "We are pleased to finally be able to provide a professional atmosphere from which student athletes, schools and business partners can mutually benefit. We are creating a sporting community to maximise exposure for the young talents."
The participating schools are: Jumeirah College, Al Mawakeb School, Dubai International School, International School of Chouiefat, Australian International School, Victoria International School, St. Mary's Catholic High School, Bradenton Prep, JESS and Dubai College.
The winning school at the end of the championship will be awarded Dh50,000 to be used for athletic scholarships.
