The final of the 13th edition of the championships is scheduled for March 4.
Dubai: The stage is set for thrilling semi-final showdowns at the 13th Nad Al Sheba Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, following the confirmation of the final four teams at the Dubai Club for People of Determination.
After intense battles in the group stages, Dubai Courts and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) advanced from Group A, finishing first and second, respectively. From Group B, Dubai Municipality topped the group, while Dubai Police secured the second spot to complete the semi-final line-up.
In the semi-finals, Group A leaders Dubai Courts will take on Dubai Police, while RTA faces Group B toppers Dubai Municipality—two matches expected to be fiercely contested.
Former champions Dubai Police enter the knockout stage with confidence after a strong showing in the preliminary rounds.
Abdullah Abdulhamid Hashemi, who scored over 15 points in the pool games for Dubai Police, expressed confidence in the team’s championship aspirations.
“I love the team’s vibe — the players are very professional in their approach. When we play together, everything just feels easy,” he said.
Abdullah Abdulhamid Hashemi, who scored over 15 points in the pool games for Dubai Police, expressed confidence in the team’s championship ambitions.
“I love the team’s vibe — the players are very professional in their approach. When we play together, everything just feels easy,” he said.
Highlighting the squad’s depth, he added, “We have several new players, and the able-bodied players make a big difference in the team composition.”
Abdullah, whose primary sport is hand-cycling, also acknowledged the growing competitiveness of the tournament this year.
“This time, the competition was very strong. A large number of teams competed at the NAS event. We hope to reach the final this year. It will be a close match, as all the teams are strong,” said the Dubai Club for People of Determination trainee, who has participated in the NAS event since its inaugural edition and has previously been part of title-winning teams, including Dubai Municipality.
With the semi-final pairings now confirmed, anticipation is building as teams battle for a place in the final of one of the UAE’s premier wheelchair basketball competitions.
The bronze medal playoff is scheduled for Tuesday, while the final of the 13th NAS Wheelchair Basketball Championships will take place on March 4.
