The Emirates Billiard Sports Federation (EBSF) successfully held the UAE Billiard Teams League Introductory Workshop on Thursday, 10 September 2026, at the headquarters of the UAE National Olympic Committee, bringing together billiard club owners, managers, representatives, officials, and members of the UAE billiards community.
Held under the patronage of Sheikh Juma bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the Emirates Billiard Sports Federation, the workshop marked an important step towards the launch of the UAE Billiard Teams League and the development of a structured national competition for billiard clubs and players across the country.
During the workshop, the Federation presented the overall vision and objectives of the League, which aims to strengthen the competitive billiards environment in the UAE, expand participation among clubs and players, and provide an organized platform that contributes to the long-term development of the sport.
Participants were introduced to the proposed League structure, technical and organizational regulations, team and player registration procedures, participation requirements, and the responsibilities of participating clubs. The workshop also provided an opportunity for club representatives to raise questions, share feedback, and discuss proposals ahead of the League’s inaugural season.
EBSF and UAE Sports for All Federation Sign Memorandum of Understanding
A key highlight of the workshop was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Emirates Billiard Sports Federation and the UAE Sports for All Federation, marking a new step in strengthening cooperation between the two national sports organizations.
The MoU was signed by Mr. Yousif Ahmed bin Karam, on behalf of Sheikh Juma bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the Emirates Billiard Sports Federation, and by H.E. Saeed Ali Alajil, President of the UAE Sports for All Federation.
The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation in areas of mutual interest, with a focus on developing joint sporting and community initiatives, promoting wider participation in billiards, and creating opportunities to introduce the sport to different segments of society across the UAE.
Through this partnership, both federations aim to leverage their respective expertise and resources to support community engagement, encourage participation in sport, and contribute to the development of a more active and inclusive sporting environment.
The signing of the MoU also reflects EBSF’s commitment to building strategic partnerships with national sports organizations and expanding the reach of billiards beyond competitive events through community-focused programs and initiatives.
Recognition of H.E. Sheikh Suhail Bin Butti Suhail Al Maktoum
As part of the workshop, Sheikh Juma bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the Emirates Billiard Sports Federation, presented an award of appreciation to H.E. Sheikh Suhail Bin Butti Suhail Al Maktoum, Executive Director of the Sports Development Sector at the Ministry of Sports, in recognition of his valued support and contributions to the development of the sports sector in the UAE.
The recognition reflected the Federation’s appreciation for the continued efforts to advance the national sports ecosystem and strengthen cooperation between sports federations and the country’s sporting institutions.
Strengthening the UAE Billiards Community
A key focus of the workshop was the importance of cooperation between the Federation and billiard clubs and academies throughout the UAE. The League is intended to bring the wider billiards community under a unified competitive framework while creating greater opportunities for players to compete regularly and demonstrate their abilities.
The initiative supports the Federation’s broader objectives of developing billiards at the national level, expanding the player base, identifying emerging talent, improving competition standards, and strengthening the pathway between domestic competitions and the UAE national teams.
The Emirates Billiard Sports Federation expressed its appreciation to the UAE National Olympic Committee for hosting the workshop and thanked the UAE Sports for All Federation, participating club owners and representatives, officials, guests, and all attendees for their contribution to the success of the event.
The Federation will continue coordinating with participating clubs as preparations progress towards the official launch of the UAE Billiard Teams League, with further details regarding registration, competition schedules, technical requirements, and the inaugural season to be announced through the Federation’s official channels.
The UAE Billiard Teams League represents a new chapter in the development of billiards in the United Arab Emirates and reflects the Federation’s commitment to establishing sustainable competitions, developing strategic partnerships, and bringing together clubs, players, and the wider billiards community under one national platform.
