The Republic Summer Mini Handball Championship for the 2025-2026 season, held at the Arab Academy for Science and Technology
With the participation of 35 clubs from various governorates of Egypt, the activities of the Republic Summer Handball Championship at the Arab Academy begin
Youth and Sports: The tournament is an extension of efforts to support young people. The Academy is the sports house
The 2025 Summer Republic Mini Handball Championship kicked off on Saturday, organized by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in cooperation with the Egyptian Handball Federation, with the participation of
Championship conference on Sunday, August 31, 2025
A press conference was held on the sidelines of the opening of the Republic Summer Mini Handball Championship – 35th edition
The announcement of the start of the tournament came during a major press conference attended by Dr. Safaa Sharif, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, representing the Minister of Youth and Sports, Professor Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar Ismail Farag, President of the Arab Academy, and Professor Khaled Fathy, President of the Egyptian Handball Federation, in addition to the heads of the participating clubs and members of the Federation's Board of Directors.
The conference reviewed details about the tournament and stressed its great value in creating new generations of game champions.
Dr. Safaa Sharif stressed that this tournament comes within the framework of the efforts of the Ministry of Youth and Sports to support young people, provide the opportunity to practice sports and compete, and enhance teamwork.
She pointed out that handball enjoys a prestigious position regionally and internationally, and that the tournament reflects the Egyptian state's vision towards investing in the energies of its people and preparing generations capable of raising Egypt's flag in various forums.
It also conveyed the greetings of Dr. Ashraf Sobhi, Minister of Youth and Sports, and his wishes for the success of the tournament.
For his part, Professor Khaled Fathi thanked the Ministry of Youth and Sports for its continued support, and the Arab Academy for its fruitful cooperation and distinguished organization.
He explained that the Egyptian Handball Federation seeks, by organizing such tournaments, to discover and refine young talents, stressing that "competition creates champions".
For his part, Professor Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar Ismail Farag welcomed the attendees, stressing that the tournament is not just a sports competition, but rather "a renewed message that reflects the interest and care that the Egyptian state attaches to sports and youth, under the wise leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi".
He stressed that the Arab Academy is proud to be an active partner in all initiatives aimed at serving the nation's youth and developing their skills.
He pointed out that sports are no longer just a means of entertainment, but have become a fundamental pillar in building an integrated personality capable of creativity and challenge.
He concluded his speech by recommending to the participants the necessity of showing sportsmanship and morals before skill, and he hoped that the tournament would be the beginning of more achievements that would raise Egypt's name high
As part of the press conference activities and in a gesture of appreciation and pride, we witnessed a special honoring by the Egyptian Handball Federation of a group of legends of the game in the city of Alexandria in appreciation of their great role in contributing to raising Egyptian handball.
The tournament will be held from August 31 to September 7, and matches will start daily from 3:30 pm to 10:30 pm. 35 clubs will participate in the tournament: Thomas El-Nubi Club, Smouha Club, El-Olympi Club, El-Nubi General Club, Al-Bank Al-Ahly Club, Tala'ea El-Asloot Club, El-Nahhas Club, Sporting Club, El-Dhahiriya Youth Center, Bakos Club, Ashab El-Giyad Club, Delphi Club, Heliopolis Club, El-Gezira Club, El-Mokawloon El-Arab Club, El-Maadi Club,Al-Ahly Club, Al-Nasr Club, Nasr City Club, Al-Tayaran Club, New Giza Academy, Al-Tersana Club, Egyptian Hunting Club, Zamalek Club, Damanhour Games Club, Al-Hiwar Club, Mansoura Club, City Club, Shibin El-Kom, National Club in Berket El-Sabaa, Bosch Sports Club, Olympia Damietta Club, Beni Suef Port Said, Mahalla Municipality Club, Tanta Club, Ghazl El Mahalla Club,
City Club Tanta.
Age stages in the tournament 8/30/2025 to 9/1/2025
- 2013 Girls' Midfield) - 2014 Girls' Midfield)
9/2/2025 to 9/3/2025
- 2013 Benin (large stadium) - 2015 Benin (midfield)
9/4/2025 to 9/7/2025
- 2014 Benin (midfield)
Over the course of the tournament days (8/30/2025 to 9/4/2025
- 2015 Girls Festival without a result) Small stadium - 2016 Girls Festival without a result Small stadium - 2016 Boys Festival without a result Small stadium - 2018 Boys Festival (without a result) Small stadium.
The first day of the tournament witnessed strong and fierce competition between all participating teams, and many promising talents emerged that are being closely monitored during the upcoming matches to achieve the main goal of the tournament, which is to discover, develop, nurture and prepare talents to support Egyptian handball teams of different age groups, which contributes to preparing future handball champions to represent teams in international forums and win championships and titles.
Hundreds of female players and their families were part of the new start of the tournament hosted by the Arab Academy
The opening ceremony of the 35th edition of the 2025 Summer Republic Mini Handball Championship kicked off, hosted by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in cooperation with the Egyptian Handball Federation
The ceremony included special performances and wonderful participation from young players, in the presence of fans and families.
A strong start that reflects the value of the tournament and its importance as one of the oldest handball tournaments in Egypt
The Egyptian Republic Mini Handball Championship for the 2025-2026 season ended with great success and unparalleled enthusiasm. The tournament witnessed intense competition and amazing performance from the participating teams, and left a positive impression on the audience and fans of the game. We look forward to continuing the excitement and suspense in the coming seasons, and we hope that the Egyptian Republic Mini Handball Championship will continue to provide more fun and excitement for fans of this sport.
