Al-Qurashi sets the condition for the return of Al-Wahda handball championships and the replication of the treble
In statements reflecting a burning desire to restore the club's former glory, Al-Wahda's handball supervisor, Mohammed Al-Qurashi, pledged to return the team to the podium and win championships next season, provided the necessary financial support is available. Al-Qurashi linked this ambition to replicating the golden era the club experienced under Hatem Khimi's presidency, when the "Knights of Mecca" achieved a historic treble (league, cup, and super cup), accomplishments that remain etched in the memories of the club's fans.
A roadmap for returning to the top
Al-Qurashi explained that the equation is simple and clear: in exchange for providing the financial resources to attract distinguished local players and high-caliber foreign professionals, the administrative staff is committed to winning titles. The general supervisor revealed a strategic vision that includes two paths, and only two, for the advancement of Al-Wahda's handball team should the current situation persist
- The first path (short-term plan): It is based on rapid intervention by bringing in technical elements that give the team immediate “technical weight”, enabling it to finish the current season among the top four in the standings, which ensures remaining in the competition.
- The second path (long-term plan): It relies on sustainable development through talent scouts and working on age groups and refining them, so that they can be promoted to the first team after 3 seasons, supported by experienced foreign elements.
Financial challenges and administrative support
Despite the financial difficulties the club is facing, a challenge common to many sports clubs, Al-Qurashi praised the moral support and efforts of club president Hatem Khaymi during this time. This statement comes at a critical juncture, as Saudi handball, which is experiencing fierce competition and remarkable development, requires strong budgets to keep pace with leading clubs and compete for local and continental titles.
Historical context and the importance of the hand of unity
Handball at Al-Wahda Club is a significant sporting legacy, as the club is one of the leading clubs in the sport in Saudi Arabia. Al-Wahda's handball team has always been a formidable force in competitions and a source of stars for the national teams. Al-Wahda's return to the podium is not only a success for the club but also restores balance to the competitive landscape of Saudi handball and intensifies the excitement of the league, which is always characterized by fierce competition between clubs from the Eastern and Western regions.
The Al-Wahda community is hoping that these plans will lead to the team's return to its former glory, especially since the fans are eager to see their team dominate local arenas again, based on the club's rich history and the administrative expertise represented by the presence of figures who are experts in the game.
