HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad al Khalifa, a prominent figure in Bahrain’s sports management, has lauded the critically important achievements of the “Golden Generation” League as it’s inception. As the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the general Sports authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, his praise underscores the initiative’s success.
The General Sports Authority, in partnership with various sports federations, launched this program with the explicit aim of elevating youth sports competitions. The focus is on enhancing the technical, administrative, and media standards across these events.
Shaikh Khalid’s commendations came during a special reception honoring the champions of the Khalid bin Hamad Golden Generation League and cup for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 seasons. Players who received individual accolades were also recognized at the event, which was attended by numerous high-ranking officials and club presidents.
During the meeting, Shaikh Khalid conveyed his pride in the exceptional skill levels and robust competitive spirit demonstrated by the participating athletes. He highlighted the Golden Generation League as a strategic endeavor designed to identify and nurture young sporting talent. The ultimate goal is to cultivate a strong cadre of athletes who will form the future national teams representing Bahrain.
“We are committed to fostering a competitive habitat that cultivates a generation of athletes possessing strong sports values and discipline, enabling them to excel at both regional and international levels,” Shaikh Khalid stated. He further noted the tangible results of the initiative, pointing to the emergence of many promising talents who are poised to become the backbone of national teams in the coming years. He also attributed the recent successes of Bahrain’s youth teams at Gulf and Arab levels as a direct reflection of this program’s effectiveness.
Shaikh Khalid reaffirmed the ongoing commitment to supporting youth-centric initiatives through continued collaboration with federations and clubs. He urged for sustained efforts to maintain the momentum of the Golden Generation League and Cup,aiming to achieve further successes that will positively shape Bahrain’s sporting future and produce more champions who will proudly represent the nation on the international stage.
The following clubs were recognized for their achievements in the Khalid bin Hamad Golden Generation League Hall of Fame: Muharraq Club (football,basketball),Manama Club (football,basketball),Al-Najma Club (football),Riffa Club (football),Al-Ahli Club (volleyball,basketball),Barbar Club (handball),Al-Ittifaq Club (handball),Tubli Club (handball),Darkeib Club (volleyball),Al-Nasr Club (volleyball),Saar Club (table tennis),Maqaba Club (table tennis),A’ali Club (table tennis),Al-Hidd Club (football),Al-Hala Club (basketball),Samahij Club (handball),Bahrain Club (table tennis),Al-Malkiya Club (football),Al-Dair Club (handball),Bani Jamra Club (cycling),elite Academy (cycling),and MM Academy (cycling).