In a move aimed at strengthening the infrastructure and supporting the youth sector, Al Hilal Club's new home, the Kingdom Arena, witnessed the signing ceremony of a new strategic partnership agreement between Al Hilal Academy and "Fan Al Maktab" Company on Tuesday evening. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of His Highness Prince Nawaf bin Saad, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Club, and Mr. Nayef Al-Zandi, Chairman of "Fan Al Maktab" Company, amidst a media and administrative presence reflecting the importance of this step for the future of the club.
Partnership details and objectives
This agreement is part of a series of administrative initiatives aimed at providing a professional and integrated work environment within the club. The partnership stipulates the enhancement and support of the academy's daily programs and activities, directly contributing to the development of both the sporting and administrative environment. Through this collaboration, the academy seeks to cultivate a promising generation of footballing talent, prepared according to the highest international standards, to serve as a vital source of players for the first team and national teams in the future.
Al Hilal Academy: A factory of stars throughout history
Al Hilal Academy is considered one of the most prominent sports academies in Saudi Arabia and the Arabian Gulf region. For decades, the academy has been more than just a training center; it has been the true factory that has supplied Saudi football with brilliant names who have written a golden history. The continuous focus on developing the academy's facilities and forging partnerships with the private sector reflects the club's unwavering strategy of relying on its own players, an approach that has ensured Al Hilal's continued competitiveness for local and continental titles for many years.
The importance of partnerships with the private sector
This type of partnership is of paramount importance given the significant transformations taking place in Saudi sports. Cooperation between sports clubs and commercial companies like "Fan Al-Maktab" extends beyond mere financial support to include the exchange of expertise and the development of the institutional environment. Providing high-quality offices and administrative and technical facilities helps the academy's technical and administrative staff perform their duties more efficiently, which positively impacts the final outcome: talented players.
Keeping pace with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 in the sports sector
This move aligns with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which places great emphasis on the sports sector and the privatization of clubs. Investing in youth development and upgrading academy infrastructure is a cornerstone of building a sustainable sports economy. The presence of such partnerships at a world-class sports venue like the Kingdom Arena underscores the transformative shift Al Hilal is undergoing, not only as a football team but as a comprehensive sports organization striving for leadership in all areas.
