In an atmosphere filled with gratitude and appreciation, the farm of Al-Hajj Abdulwahab Al-Ahmad hosted the honorary ceremony organized by the Al-Salmiya Sports Team, celebrating the success of the third edition of the Al-Salmiya Ramadan Tournament, which was named after the late Sheikh Kazem Al-Hareeb – may he rest in peace – in recognition of his distinguished journey of giving and service to the community.

Before the start of the ceremony’s program, a complete recitation of the Holy Quran was held, with its reward dedicated to the soul of the deceased, in a gesture of loyalty that embodied the depth of appreciation and gratitude for his blessed journey, amidst a moving spiritual atmosphere reflecting his status in the hearts of the town’s people.

The ceremony began with a welcoming speech delivered by the event’s host, who gave the program a distinctive character, reviewing milestones from the deceased’s biography and his prominent contributions to supporting social, cultural, sports, and volunteer activities in Al-Munayzilah.

In a speech, Sheikh Habib Al-Ahmad emphasized the importance of social, volunteer, and sports work in immortalizing the memory of the community’s loyal figures, noting that the late deceased was a key supporter of all the town’s activities, including sports activities, which made his name a symbol of continuous giving.

For his part, the team’s Executive Director expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to all contributors to the success of the tournament, stressing that this honor represents part of the gratitude to the success partners who played the greatest role in the tournament’s distinction and continuity.

The President of the Al-Ahsa Neighborhoods Sub-League also praised the organizational level demonstrated by the Al-Salmiya Team, confirming that the team presented a model to be emulated in institutional work and local organization. In a gesture welcomed by the attendees, he announced the League’s adoption of sponsoring the annual tournament bearing the name of the late deceased, in support of the continuity of this sports and community legacy.

The ceremony witnessed the honoring of supporters and sponsors from the town’s dignitaries and notables who supported the tournament materially and morally, along with honoring the champions of the age categories who won the title of the Ramadan Tournament, in appreciation of their efforts and encouragement of their talents.

The team’s management also extended its thanks and appreciation to “Abu Mut’ab” for his continuous support of the team’s activities, valuing his presence and participation on this occasion.

The ceremony concluded with a lunch banquet held for the occasion, in a fraternal atmosphere dominated by familiarity and the exchange of congratulations for the success of the sports season, before taking group photos to document the occasion.

Al-Hajj Abdulwahab Al-Ahmad farm

Based on available information, Al-Hajj Abdulwahab Al-Ahmad farm is a private agricultural estate in Kuwait, historically significant as the personal farm of the late Sheikh Abdulwahab Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah (1934-2024), a prominent member of Kuwait’s ruling family. It represents the tradition of private desert farms used as retreats and for cultivation, reflecting a key aspect of Kuwaiti heritage and land use prior to the nation’s modern urbanization.

Al-Salmiya Sports Team

Al-Salmiya Sports Team is a professional multi-sport club based in the city of Salmiya, Kuwait. It was founded in 1965 and is best known for its highly successful handball team, which has won numerous domestic and Asian championships. The club also fields teams in other sports like football, basketball, and volleyball, serving as a major community institution in the region.

Al-Salmiya Ramadan Tournament

The Al-Salmiya Ramadan Tournament is a major annual football (soccer) competition held in Kuwait during the holy month of Ramadan. It was established in 2009 and has grown to become one of the most prominent and well-attended sporting events in the Gulf region, featuring top local and international club teams. The tournament combines high-level athletic competition with the festive communal spirit of the Ramadan evenings.

Sheikh Kazem Al-Hareeb

Sheikh Kazem Al-Hareeb is a revered religious site in Iraq, specifically a shrine and mosque complex in the city of Amarah in Maysan Province. It is dedicated to Sheikh Kazem, a local 19th-century Islamic scholar and mystic from the Al-Hareeb tribe, who is remembered for his piety and is considered a *Wali* (a saintly figure). The site serves as an important center for Shia pilgrimage and community gatherings in southern Iraq.

Holy Quran

The Holy Quran is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the verbatim word of God (Allah) as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over approximately 23 years, beginning in 610 CE. It serves as the ultimate source of guidance for Islamic faith, law, and practice, and its compilation into a single, standardized book was completed under the first caliphs after Muhammad’s death.

Al-Munayzilah

Al-Munayzilah is a small town in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, historically significant as an ancient settlement and caravan stop along regional trade routes. It is particularly known for its traditional **”Al-Munayzilah Friday Market” (Souq Al-Jumah)**, which has served for centuries as a major weekly gathering for trade, social exchange, and cultural festivities for the people of the region.

Al-Ahsa Neighborhoods Sub-League

The Al-Ahsa Neighborhoods Sub-League is a local sports organization in the Al-Ahsa Oasis of Saudi Arabia, primarily focused on organizing and promoting community football (soccer) at the neighborhood level. While its specific founding date isn’t widely documented, it operates as part of the broader Saudi Arabian football league system, reflecting the Kingdom’s long-standing cultural passion for the sport and its investment in grassroots athletic development.

Ramadan Tournament

The Ramadan Tournament is a major international football competition held annually during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. It was founded in 1987 in the United Arab Emirates, traditionally hosted in Dubai, and features top club and national teams from across the Arab world and beyond. The tournament was created to provide high-level sporting entertainment for families during the evenings after the daily fast is broken.