Players in action during the friendly match between Kuwait and Egypt.

CAIRO, Aug 7: Kuwait’s under-17 national volleyball team faced a setback in its third friendly match against Egypt during its ongoing training camp in Cairo. The camp is part of Kuwait's preparations for the 17th Arab Volleyball Championship for Youth Teams, scheduled from August 14 to 26 in Jordan.

Kuwait opened the series with a promising start, securing a straight-sets victory in the first friendly. However, Egypt bounced back to win the next two matches—taking the second 3-1 and sweeping the third encounter.

Led by head coach Mohamed Abdelrazek and assistant coach Mishaal Al-Subaie, the team is undergoing intensive preparation, playing three matches in as many days to build form, stamina, and tactical cohesion ahead of the regional championship.

Kuwait has been drawn into Group B, where it will face Bahrain, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq. Group A includes hosts Jordan, Egypt, the UAE, Libya, and Lebanon.

Meanwhile, Qadsia Club continues to reinforce its volleyball team with key signings. The club has secured the services of setter Mohammad Qassem, formerly of Kazma, widely regarded as one of the best in his position.

Qadsia also recently signed defensive specialist Abdullah Faris, seen as a capable successor to libero Nasser Dashti, who parted ways with the club this year.

Adding international firepower, the club confirmed the signing of Brazilian stars Alison Melo and Caio Ribeiro, signaling serious ambitions for title contention in the upcoming season.

By Khaled Al-Enezi

Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff