The Abu Dhabi Sports Championship for Schools & Universities is an exciting sports competition that brings together student athletes in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to compete across 19 unique sports. This year’s championship will take place from October 2026 to May 2027. 

The sixth edition of the Championship includes three new sports:  Rugby, Padel, and Wrestling, and Volleyball returns this season, bringing 19 unique sports to participate in.

Different sports have different age requirements, indicated on the website or the Championship Guidebook. Students of all skill levels are encouraged to participate in the competition. The games are structured to instill a spirit of friendly competition.

Registration is now open and will close on different days for the different sports.

Talented student athletes can be identified by their schools during the registration process and in the registration portal itself.  Scouts will also be present at key sports including: Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Athletics, Jiu-Jitsu, Swimming, and Padel.

While participation is not limited, the sports in the Championship have different registration limits based on participation methods and the nature of each sport, some are limited at the number of athletes per school, others are per discipline etc. The breakdown is highlighted in the Rules & Regulations document.

For more information, you can reach out to the ADEK Sports Department at sports@adek.gov.ae

Individuals wanting to register should contact their school. Sports coaches and leads are responsible for initiating the registration process through this link 

There are no fees to register or to compete in the Championship. We encourage all students across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to participate in physical activity and in competitions regardless of capability, age and background.

We value the active participation and involvement of parents and the community to encourage students during the competition.

After registration cut-off, participants will receive a competition pack with details on the timing and location of each game.

Once registration closes there are scenarios where athletes are able to be changed.  However, this is at the discretion of the organising committee depending on the nature, reason behind and timing of the request in relation to the sport the request relates to.

Contact ADEK sports team at sports@adek.gov.ae with the subject line “[school name] – Practice for [sport name]”. Our team will get back to you to assist with arranging training facilities where possible.