Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club emerged as champions at the Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Cup, which concluded on Thursday at the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy. The two-day event showcased high-level matchups among elite female jiu-jitsu athletes, drawing an enthusiastic crowd. Baniyas topped the standings, with Al Jazira Club finishing second and Al Ain Club taking third place.
The final day’s competitions were attended by a host of dignitaries, including His Excellency Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation; Her Excellency Mona Ali Salem Al Dhaheri, Director-General for Operational Affairs at Abu Dhabi Executive Office; His Excellency Yousef Abdullah Al-Batran, Board Member of the UAEJJF; Shamsa Muaid Al Ahbabi, Managing Director & CEO of Al Khaznah Tannery; Obaid Al Kaabi, Board Member of Baniyas Sports Company; along with club representatives and Federation partners.
H.E. Abdulmunem Alsayed Mohammed Alhashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, President of the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Union, and Senior Vice President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation, congratulated the winning clubs and acknowledged their role in supporting athletes by providing a well-rounded sports environment that enhances their readiness and offers real opportunities for competition and growth.
HE highlighted the strong cooperation between the Federation and the clubs, emphasising that the partnership between the athletes, their families, their clubs, and the Federation is essential in building a national team capable of competing at the highest level and winning regional and international titles.
Alhashmi said: “The incredible success of jiu-jitsu in the UAE is made possible by the limitless support of the country’s wise leadership and its commitment to developing talent. The achievements of Emirati women in local and international competitions demonstrate the success of the Federation’s strategy in building a solid foundation of female athletes capable of competing globally and bringing pride to the nation.”
Obaid Al Kaabi said: “We are proud of this achievement, which adds to Baniyas Club’s long list of successes. It reflects the significant efforts made on both the technical and administrative levels to ensure our athletes are always prepared across all categories. This success would not have been possible without the strong support and guidance of His Highness Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Interior, and Chairman of Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club, who continuously stresses the importance of sustaining achievements and strengthening the club’s role as a key pillar of Emirati sports.”
Asma Al Hosani, a Baniyas Club athlete and gold medalist in the adults 57kg category, said: “This victory is the result of months of hard work, refining both physical and mental skills. Winning requires more than strength; it demands strategy, adaptability, and teamwork. I aimed not just for personal success but to contribute to my team’s achievement. I’m grateful to Baniyas Club and the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation for their support and will continue striving for more success.
