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It brings me great joy to extend a warm welcome to all students, coaches, parents, and supporters participating in the 2024 Under 11 BSME Games at Kings’ School Al Barsha. BSME stands as a remarkable organization, fostering collaboration among students and schools, offering invaluable opportunities that transcend individual institutional capacities. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to BSME for their ongoing dedication to enhancing the educational and sporting experiences of schools in our region.
At Kings’, we firmly believe that school sports transcend the boundaries of the playing field or court. It is on these grounds that students learn the importance of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance lessons that extend far beyond the confines of the classroom. Through the crucible of competition, students identify their strengths, confront weaknesses, and cultivate a profound sense of self-belief. Beyond the physical benefits, school sports instill a sense of camaraderie, nurturing a healthy and supportive community. In the realm of education, the enduring lessons acquired on the sports field serve as an enduring blueprint for success, both on and off the playing field.
Kings’ School Al Barsha takes immense pride in hosting this year's games, as sports form an integral part of our ethos encapsulated in the principles of ‘Best by Every Child’ and ‘Results the Right Way.’ Throughout the three days of the games, our home is yours, and we are delighted to have you all with us.
-Sajid Gulzar, Principal, Kings’ School Al Barsha
Dear parents, coaches and athletes,
It is with great pleasure and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to all schools joining us for the prestigious BSME Games 2024 at Kings' School Al Barsha. As the Director of Sport, I am delighted to host this thrilling event that celebrates sportsmanship, teamwork, and friendly competition.
Over the next three days, our school grounds will come alive with the spirit of athletic excellence as students engage in intense and spirited competitions across a range of sports. The BSME Games are not just about winning and losing; they are about fostering camaraderie, building lifelong friendships, and promoting the values of fair play and respect.
The energy and enthusiasm displayed in the arenas of football, basketball, swimming, and athletics will undoubetly create memories that will be cherished by all involved. We believe in the power of sports to inspire, unite, and instill valuable life skills in young athletes. We believe better player make better people.
Welcome to Kings' School Al Barsha, and let the games begin!
-James Bedford, Director of Sports, Kings’ School Al BarshaPlayers’ Code of Behavior
Be a Good Sport and Enjoy the Sport
Strive for Personal Excellence
Work Hard for both your team and yourself
Treat all teammates and opponents with the utmost respect
Abide by the rules of the game
Co-operate with team and game officials
Be mindful of your behaviour
Learn from each experience
Parents’ Code of Behavior
Encourage positive participation
Be a good role model
Be respectful in your communication with players, teachers, game officials, and sport administrators
Encourage the best performance possible
Be courteuos and welcoming towards other parents
Support with an active applause
Do not interfere with the conduct of any events
Spectators’ Code of Behavior
Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour
Don’t let your behaviour distract from the children enjoying the sport
Allow game officials to conduct the games without interference
Support skilled performances with a generous applause
Demonstrate respect for opposing teams and their supporters
Team Members’ Code of Behavior
Compete by the competition conditions and rules
Do not argue or interfere with the decisions of the Judge’s, Referee or Umpire’s
Be mindful of your behaviour
Work hard for yourself and your team
Be mindful of good health practices away from the games to allow for optimal performance
Be a good sport
Co-operate and be friendly with all those present at the games
Do not allow your behaviour to bring the name of “School Sport” into dispute
Ensure all players are given the chance to participate
Show and encourage respect for opposing teams, as well as for the officials and opposing coaches
Offer support and compliments to participants
Do not condone unsupportive behaviour
Ensure you operate and act in line with the principles of good sporting behaviour
Refrain from criticising the umpire’s/referee’s judgement and decision
Ensure you wear appropriate and respectful attire
Refrain from overzealous coaching
The Games Coordinator will speak to the staff member who is in charge of the school
The Games Coordinator will then issue an official warning and record notes surrounding the incident
These notes will be passed onto the BSME Event Coordinator after the event who will send a follow-up email to the Principal of the school, copying in the Head of PE
The Games Coordinator will ask the individual to leave the ground
The BSME Event Coordinator will keep a record of all sanctions
Each team will play all teams in their group. The teams will then be seeded and entered into the knockout games. The knockout tournament will determine the overall ranking, and points.
Teams who finish 1st, 2nd and 3rd will receive a trophy and medals at the end of the day. One team from each competition will be awarded the Sportsmanship Trophy. This award will be voted for by the schools, who will cast one vote per school during the tournament. Player of the tournament will be voted for by the referees / umpires.
Athletes will receive points for each event. Teams will be ranked on the total number of points gained. Medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be given for individual events. Trophies will be awarded to the schools placing the top 3 positions.
Schools will cast one vote on the final day for the fair play award. This award will be given out at the gala dinner.
All of the points collected at each tournament will be used to calculate the overall U11 BSME Champion School.
WE ARE BEYOND DELIGHTED TO BE WELCOMING EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU TO KINGS‘ SCHOOL AL BARSHA.
Kings’ School Al Barsha KSAB
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi CAD
Safa Community School SCS
British School of Kuwait BSK
Jumeirah Primary School JPS
British International School, Riyadh BISR
Dubai English Speaking School DESS
Yasmina British Academy YBA
Dubai British School, JP DBS
British International School, Abu Dhabi BISAD
Doha College DC
St. Christopher’s STC
British School Al Khubairat BSAK
Kings’ School
Dubai KSD
Brighton College Abu Dhabi BCAD
Kuwait English School KES
Schools arrive and are transported to their team hotels.
FRIDAY 1ST MARCH
Girls Football and Boys Basketball
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DAY TWO: Swimming
DAY THREE: Boys Football
Kings’ School Al Barsha has been open since 2014, following on from the success of our sister school, Kings’ Dubai, which achieved outstanding 10 consecutive years from the KHDA Schools Inspection. School Al Barsha is an educational community centered around positive outcomes for young people. The school’s vision and values embrace the challenges of academic excellence, responsibility and leadership, emotional awareness and participation in a wide variety of activities within and beyond the classroom. Kings’ have developed an excellent reputation in school sport in the middle east in its early years, and in 2018 was the first school to host a 16 schools BSME games on one campus.
Sport forms an integral part of a pupil’s life at Brighton College. All of our pupils experience a wide variety of different sporting activities through PE lessons, as well as the diverse after-school activities programme that the College has to offer.
The ethos of the Sports Department is sport for all, with a focus on progression and enjoyment. Our main team sports are football, cricket, athletics, netball, swimming, touch rugby, volleyball, basketball, cricket and badminton. We believe that every child should be given the opportunity to develop their potential to the very best of their abilities. All pupils are encouraged to pursue sports in which they are talented or interested. In achieving this we hope that our pupils leave us with a love of sport and a desire to continue participating that will stay with them throughout their lives.
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The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi is part of the Nord Anglia family of premium international schools, delivering life-changing learning opportunities that nurture growth and ensure our students thrive. Our students flourish in an environment where curiosity is encouraged, personal growth is nurtured, and academic outcomes are celebrated. Our diverse community is home to children, families, and teachers from more than 90 countries, creating a vibrant international environment that celebrates difference – and where everyone flourishes. Those that already know BIS Abu Dhabi, will be aware that our success has been achieved through the persistence and hard work of our trailblazing teachers, students, and parents. The amazing familyorientated community at our school is one which always strives to achieve excellence and never settles for anything less.
BIS Abu Dhabi are once again proud to be part of the BSME games and are looking forward to competing and sharing new experiences with you all.
Back row (from left): Louis Macresy, Tien Ngoc, Adam Okasha, Amalya Mutiso, Theyab Al Nuaimi, Arianna Fontanini, Seb Baker, Imogen Kelly, Morris Naaijkens, Annabelle Farmer, Lucas O’Connor, Noor Whelan, Ziad Ahmed, Amelia Fielding, Lucas King, Ayla Winikerei.
Front row (from left): Qasim Nawaz, Clervie Chupin, Ryan Jung, Ahhyun Jung, Abdullah Al Kazeeri, Agatha Chloe Campos, Lorenzo Pavsin, Maria McQuade, Carlos Corzo, Katie McPheator, Ariq Bin Faizal, Lucy Hayward, Saif Theyab, Antonia Belgians, Lenny Freebairn.
British International School Riyadh (BISR) is heading to the BSME U11 Games!
We are not just playing for wins, we are learning and growing along the way. Every race teaches us to be strong, every high five makes new friends, and every cheer makes us one big team. We will bring home more than trophies; we will bring back lessons about teamwork, respect, and meeting new people from different places.
Abdullah Abu Shaqra, Adam Al Shahat, Adam Soliman, Alfie Thomson, Bader Alnahash, Belal Abou el seoud, Ibrahim Ali-Prince, Manuel Delgado Bello, Noah Etmsn, Omar Hashem, Pedro Bleck, Reuben Smith, Yahia Mohammed, Yassin Hemdan, Ayla Gray, Bella Lowe, Charlotte Kempton, Daan Amr, Elizabeth Wyatt, Elsie Royle, Georgina Retzlaff, Hannah Royle, Havannah Coker, Lamar Charfa, Nasima Abdel-Qader, Tara Joshi, Teia Mingo, Zeinab Lamaa
At the heart of the BSAK constitution is our status as a not-for-profit and academically non-selective community school. Our aim is to deliver excellence in teaching and learning, bringing everything that is outstanding about the British curriculum to the United Arab Emirates. The notion of Britishness, with its many distinctive characteristics and qualities, is intrinsic from community to curriculum.
BSAK provides a full and broad education fit for the modern world. In addition to offering the traditional GCSE and A Level pathways, in 2016 we introduced the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering, Business and Sport, to great success. This pathway will be expanded further in September 2020 with four additional BTECs in Creative Media, Music, Science and Catering & Hospitality.
It is through our academic excellence, outstanding sport and music programmes, and wide co-curricular activities, that BSAK supports our students to exceed expectations, ensuring their education becomes the foundation for happiness and success.
Back row (from left): Jack Foster, Jasper Whyte, Michael Waters, Oluchi Chirwa Namwali, Blake Harrington, Kalid Manssour, Alexander Humprey Gaskin, Paddy Boucher, James Jarvis, Santiago Nevin Suarez, Gabriel Volynchook, Kye Perry
The British School of Kuwait (BSK) traces its origins to 1978 when Mme Vera and Mr. Sadiq Al-Mutawa established a small kindergarten that became known as The Sunshine School. Currently, there are over 3200 students from Reception to Year 13 at BSK. They come from more than 70 countries and follow the National Curriculum of England through to GCSE, IGCSE, AS, and A Level qualifications. BSK is a founding member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), a founding member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), a founding member of the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), and a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS).
Physical Education and Sport play an integral role in developing the school's vision of providing a world-class British education. Continued hard work and dedication to practice has brought about success in the previous BSME competitions, achieving medals in basketball, football netball, and individual athletics events.
These are the first BSME games for the majority of our students, they are all very excited and thrilled to be a part of the BSME sporting family. The enthusiasm of the BSK students will echo through the arena, and we are excited to be here in Dubai for this prestigious event.
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi opened in September 2014, and is the sister school to the prestigious Cranleigh School in Surrey, UK, which was founded in 1865. We draw on over 150 years of educational excellence from Cranleigh UK and have infused it with Middle Eastern culture to create something truly unique to the region.
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi sits at the entrance to Saadiyat’s emerging Cultural District in keeping with the school’s motto, ‘Ex Cultu Robur’ – ‘From Culture Comes Strength’. Built over seven hectares, our beautiful campus hosts state-of-theart facilities and is situated within minutes of New York University Abu Dhabi and the magnificent Louvre Abu Dhabi, as well as the pristine Saadiyat Beach.
The school offers a British international curriculum to over 1,700 pupils from more than 70 nationalities, spanning FS1 Nursery to Sixth Form.
Back row (from left): Alex Distaso, Felix Jones, George Lilley (Vice Captain), Hugo Pauwels, Jiho Lee (Vice Captain), Julian Tian, Marc Gebran, Michael Mandolini, Mikael Mesfin, Milo Smith (Captain), Nicolas Terra, Omar Jabsheh (Absent), Oresti Drou (Vice Captain), Qayam Tejrar, Suryansh Sarada, Tom Nevin, William Thomas
At Doha College, we pride ourselves on our inclusive approach to education. We consult students at every stage of their education, working with them to shape the way they learn and are taught to achieve the best outcomes. Our holistic approach engages every student and stimulates their interest.
The journey to the U11 BSME Games has been a collective effort; Doha College’s PE Department extends their heartfelt gratitude to the parents, teachers, and all those who supported and encouraged our young athletes on their journey to the 2024 BSME Games. The commitment to training, the spirit of camaraderie, and the resilience shown by the team truly exemplify the values we cherish at Doha College.
Our squad of 32 young athletes are ready to face the competition and they are really looking forward to the weekend of sport that lies ahead.
The sense of unity and camaraderie among our community is inspiring. We stand together, proud and united, as we wish our team the very best in the upcoming competitions. It is heartening to witness the entire community coming together to support our athletes as they compete against formidable opponents from Dubai, the UAE, and beyond. The journey leading up to the games has been characterised by real endeavour, discipline, and a commitment to personal and collective growth. Our students have shown resilience, determination, and a genuine passion for their chosen sports.
As we enter the weekend of the BSME School Games, we extend our heartfelt wishes for success to everyone participating. May your efforts be rewarded, and may you create lasting memories on and off the field. May the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play will shine through during the competitions. Regardless of the outcomes, the spirit of unity and the bonds formed through this experience will endure, leaving an indelible mark on our school's history.
Dubai English Speaking School ( DESS ) is very proud to be the oldest British School in the United Arab Emirates and is excited to be attending the 2024 BSME Games in our 60th Anniversary year. The squad have been training extremely hard for this year's BSME Games and want to wish all the teams and competitors taking part this year the very best of luck! We look forward to a fantastic weekend of sport and to meeting new friends from across the Middle East!
GEMS Jumeirah Primary School, nestled in the vibrant heart of the Jumeirah community in Dubai, is thrilled to showcase its exceptional commitment to inclusive education and sporting excellence at the BSME Large School Games. With a tailored curriculum designed to nurture global citizens equipped for an ever-evolving future, our school empowers every learner to thrive and succeed in their own individual way.
It is a privilege to have the opportunity to compete against so many talented schools from across the Middle East in such a prestigious competition. It not only showcases our students' talents but also fosters a spirit of sportsmanship and collaboration across the schools. We're excited to embrace this challenge and represent our school with pride and determination.
Back row (from left): Leo Hodgson, Lilly Elwany, Enrico Vitiello, Mariah Subbiah, Alessandro Vitiello, Deniz Conroy, Eugenie Trzcinski.
Second row from back (from left) (dark blue): Kim Kais,Micha Hagar,Sophia Shah, Francesca Wardrop, Kenza Mekki, Aitana de Chazeaux
Third row from back (from left) (dark blue): Allen Zhang, Michael Gardner, Jinxi Juan, Connor Maxwell, Rhys Johnston,
Third row from front (from left) (white shirts with red): Emre Birinkulu, Shanaya Gupta, Zac Omar, Weilin Zhou, William Yep, Ava Prasad.
Second row from front (from left) (white shirts green and yellow): Maxime de Faria Pinto, Adam Torta, Louise de la Jonquiere, Isis Young,
At King’s School Dubai we believe that the way children are taught is as important as what they learn. Our approach is holistic, incorporating excellence and the attainment of skills as well as knowledge. We ensure a supportive environment focused on student happiness, health and well-being. We encourage our children to be active learners in every aspect of school life, inspiring independent, self-motivated and resilient individuals. Whilst competing within sport, we believe in doing this in the right way, showing sportsmanship and kindness to all, whilst working together as a team.
‘The Aim Makes Great The Life‘ has been the motto at Kuwait English School (KES) since it was first established in September 1979 and has a vision to Inspire, Challenge and Encourage. The school is proud of its history and remains ambitious, innovative and focused on providing an excellent education for its students. Students who have graduated from KES go on to study at some of the finest universities around the world and develop strong and long-lasting bonds with the school
KES welcomes students aged 3 – 19 years, offering them the finest opportunities in education including music, art and design, as well as in and after school activities like sports, drama and robotics. We are proud of the all-around holistic education that helps to develop well-rounded students equipped with the skills and values needed to become successful leaders of tomorrow. The school follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales guidelines and the Headteacher, Deputies and Subject Post-Holders are actively involved in the ongoing process of curriculum development. The Ministry of Education's Arabic and Islamic programme continues and students are taught by qualified Arabic staff.
Safa Community School is a fairly new school, having been founded in 2014 in the Arjan area of Dubai. In recent years, the Sport at the school continued to grow from strength to strength, with huge numbers of students regularly participating in the extensive ECA programme.
With mass participation and inclusivity very much at the forefront of our Sporting Ethos, we have an amplitude of Squads that compete in the DASSA Leagues as well as at various WSG, BSME & Dubai wide competitions.
A number of this squad recently competed at the U11 World School Games competition where they achieved a very creditable 3rd place. The Squad eagerly await the U11 BSME Games competition and their chance to compete with some of the strongest schools across the middle east.
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It is with great pleasure and pride that we have attended every single one of the BSME Games since its inception in 2001, where there were just four schools in attendance.
It's grown beyond belief since then, and we at St. Christopher’s welcome the chance to compete against the best schools around the region.
Win or lose, we will compete in the same fighting spirit that we are synonymous with, and we hope to make many new friends along the way.
We would like to thank Kings’ School Al Barsha, for graciously hosting this event, which I am sure will be very special.
Back row (from left): Sol Malik, Naya Al Khawaja, Sophia Hamilton-Polley, Aarez Baig, Rachael Botes, Zheng Dong, Yara AlWardi, Thomas Kent, Jana El Nabulsi, Layan Khailafat, Ghazi Fakhro, Amelia Challenger, Molly Purves
Middle row (from left): Paula Achleitner, Zara Hasan, Blake Holness, Hamza Bella, Youssef Nafati, Sahara Wright, Pierce Kelly, Paresa Blythe, Nikita Kobilanskis, Adina Smiesko, Haya Kaiksow, Henry Long
The young athletes from Yasmina British Academy will showcase their talent and determination at the U11 BSME Games, preparing to leave a lasting mark on the competition. With unwavering spirit and sportsmanship, these budding stars will demonstrate exceptional prowess across various disciplines, including football, swimming, athletics, netball, and basketball. Their dedication to excellence will be evident in every sprint, kick, and stroke, as they compete fiercely against fellow schools, embodying the school's commitment to holistic development. Amidst the cheers and applause, the Yasmina British Academy athletes will showcase teamwork, skill, and resilience, making their school proud and leaving spectators inspired. As they return home after the tournament, they will carry with them memories of camaraderie and achievement, marking yet another successful chapter in their sporting journey.
Back row (from left): Grace Sellar, Altaher Almagboul, Latifa Alzarooni, Kareem Omar, Chloe Hall, Gabriel Piccone Rashed, Alghala AlNyeyadi, Mansour Atwi, Mahi Malla, Raya Alrousan
Middle standing (from left): Christos Ermis Inepekoglou, Holly Beaman, Thani AlHemeiri, Lianah Hussein, Thani Al Qubaisi, Diana Yakan, Zachary Lynch, Kaya Fayed, Jordan Yousuf, Isabella Morris
Middle Kneeling (from left): Jason Khacho, Fares Helal, Sara Al Qubaisi, Najeeb Aljaber, Nayla Pachiyannakis, Dilan Khalil, Semilore Fadipe, Chaegyeong Ha