Omanoil sponsors youth football tournament in association with the Ministry of Education

Press release
Published March 18th, 2012 - 12:02 GMT

Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

Translating its commitment to youth engagement and development into action, Oman Oil Marketing Company (omanoil) has teamed up with the Ministry of Education to sponsor a youth football competition, the omanoil Football Tournament for Muscat Schools. Running until the 1st of April, the tournament will witness over 480 talented football enthusiasts aged five to ten, from both government and private schools across Muscat battle through group stages to be crowned champions.

“Winning is not the be all and end all. We believe that the tournament provides a driven yet supportive environment for youths to unleash their potential, enhance their skills set and build character in their formative years, which can be applied both on and off the field,” said omanoil CEO, Eng. Omar bin Ahmed Qatan.

Sponsoring the tournament is part of omanoil’s ongoing efforts to expose and cultivate young Omani talent through a multitude of professional football disciplines and levels.

Matches are currently underway at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex and will conclude with a final match followed by an award ceremony where omanoil’s CEO will present winners with trophies, medals and other prizes.

A brand synonymous with Oman’s national sport, omanoil has broken new ground with a host of sports-related initiatives for the country’s youth that reflect the company’s philosophy of being young, energetic and committed to the nation’s future generation. Through sport, the company aims to ingrain key values such as respect, integrity, work ethic and team work.

Background Information

Oman Oil Marketing Company

Formed in October 2003, Oman Oil Marketing Company with the brand name omanoil is envisaged to be the future prominent player in petrol and lubricant retail in Oman. Today Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG is involved in the marketing and distribution of fuels and lubricant products and operates in the sectors of fuel retailing, direct (bulk) fuel sales to Government and the Commercial sector, lubricants, aviation refueling and storage and distribution.

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