Saif bin Zayed Meets Baniyas Women’s Team, Winners of the “Mother of the Nation” Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior, and Chairman of Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club, met with the Baniyas Women’s Team, which recently won the Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Championship Cup for the third consecutive time. The meeting was attended by the team’s technical and administrative staff, along with several members of the Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club’s Board of Directors.
His Highness congratulated the players and coaches on their efforts and this new achievement, urging them to exert more effort, continue working and training, and raise their performance levels not only to win local championships but also to shine and elevate the UAE’s presence on international platforms by representing the national teams.
Also in attendance were HE.Major General Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Chairman of the Club's Board of Directors ;HE Brigadier Nasser Khadem Al Kaabi, Vice Chairman of Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club, His Excellency Salem Nayef Al Kathiri, Chairman of the Club’s Sports Games Company, and several club officials.
The Baniyas Women’s Team, which claimed the Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Cup for the third time in a row, secured a total of 49 medals, comprising 24 gold, 15 silver, and 10 bronze. The team includes 64 players across five age groups, starting with the adult category for women, the under-18 category for young women, and junior categories for girls under 16, 14, and 12.
The tournament showcased high technical standards, with Baniyas Club players delivering strong performances, demonstrating advanced skills, and proving their competence and training capabilities. It featured intense competition against other national teams, reflecting the progress of women’s jiu-jitsu in the UAE.
Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club continues to excel in jiu-jitsu for both genders, training its members to the highest standards, investing in emerging talent, and providing a comprehensive sporting environment. The club enhances the readiness of male and female players, equipping them with opportunities to develop, excel, and represent national teams in various tournaments and championships.