Kuwait Club maintains its grip on the basketball crown

Kuwait Club basketball players celebrate winning the club’s 17th title.

KUWAIT CITY, Nov 7: Kuwait Club added another trophy to its growing collection after capturing the 2025-26 First Division Basketball League title, extending its remarkable run to eight consecutive championships and 17 overall.

The title was secured with a convincing 91-69 victory over Qurain in the second game of the best-of-three playoff final series. Kuwait Club had already won the opening game 110-83 to seal the championship in straight games.

Kazma claimed third place after edging Qadsia 86-83.

Basketball Association President Dhari Burjes praised Kuwait Club's consistency and outstanding performances throughout the season, saying the team fully deserved the title. He congratulated the club's board, players and supporters on the achievement.

Burjes also commended Qurain for reaching the final for the first time since its establishment in 2011, noting the team's impressive displays throughout the campaign.

Kuwait Club Vice-President Bader Al-Osaimi described the eighth successive championship as an unprecedented accomplishment, crediting the club's board for its continued support, effective planning, and strategic approach.

He said the players had risen to the occasion and shown a strong determination to win the title from the beginning of the competition.

Al-Osaimi also thanked the club's supporters for standing behind the team and praised the Basketball Association's efforts to develop the game at the local level.

By Hassan Mosa

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff