Sharjah: Gems Westminster School, Sharjah emerged winners of the maiden Cozmo Champions Cup, an inter-school football tournament held at the Wanderers Club in Sharjah while Sharjah Indian High School claimed the runner-up spot. Gems’ victory came via ‘Sudden Death’ after the teams were tied on 3-3 after the initial duration of play and penalty shootout.
The tournament was organised by Cozmo Travel, a member of Air Arabia Group in association with Sharjah Sports Council, National Olympic Committee and the UAE Sports for All Committee. The inaugural edition of the one-day, seven-a-side football tournament for school students attracted participation of teams from 16 schools across Sharjah, Ajman and Ummul Quwain emirates this year.
Kareem Mohammad of Gems Westminster School bagged the top scorer’s trophy for scoring six goals while Said Mohammad of the same school won the ‘Best Player’ crown. Mohammad Bazim of Sharjah Indian High School was adjudged the ‘Best Goalkeeper’.
“The inter-school tournament is aimed to pave the way for youth to promote physical activity while fostering and building a healthier lifestyle at a shape-up phase in their lives. The tournament will be expanded from next year onwards, targeting high schools and universities,” said Jamal Abdul Nasar, CEO – Cozmo Travel.
