Al-Qadsiah's 'Basket' Signs Al-Hudhud

Al-Qadsieh Club has signed basketball player Ali Al-Hudhud to bolster its squad for the upcoming season. Al-Hudhud, who plays the center position under the basket and is known for his exceptional height, began his career in the youth categories of Al-Kuwait Club, where he featured for the “White” team and delivered standout performances, prompting Al-Arabi to sign him last season. However, Al-Hudhud has not received consistent playing time with Al-Kuwait due to the presence of several talented players in the “White” squad, along with foreign professionals who typically occupy the center position. Al-Qadsieh is aiming to strengthen its roster with the best local players, and signing Al-Hudhud represents a significant addition for the “Yellow” team. Al-Qadsieh had also released former Al-Kuwait star Rashid Al-Rabaih, who played for the “Yellow” team in the past two seasons. The decision to part ways with Al-Rabaih is part of Al-Qadsieh’s management plan to refresh the squad ahead of the new season, with the goal of building a team capable of strongly competing for local and international titles and returning the club to the podium. Al-Qadsieh has also appointed Turkish coach Murat Dikmen to lead the team next season, replacing his compatriot Andak Bayser. Additionally, the club has signed three foreign players: Americans Alfonso Wells and Wesley Alsegaier, and Senegalese player Babou Bobacar Sar. The “Yellow” team will participate in the Gulf Championship, whose date has yet to be determined, and will also resume last season’s competitions in late October, where they will compete in the league’s semi-finals alongside Al-Kuwait, Kazma, and Al-Qurain.