Antonine University (UA), in collaboration with the Lebanese Basketball Federation, is proud to announce the Launching of the University Diploma in Basketball Coaching, a groundbreaking program designed to elevate the academic and professional standards of basketball coaching in Lebanon.
Basketball has long been celebrated as one of Lebanon’s most cherished sports, uniting communities and inspiring athletes across the nation. This new collaboration reflects UA’s commitment to advancing academic sports initiatives and further solidifies its role at the forefront of integrating education with athletic excellence.
Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Hadat–Baabda Campus, Our Lady of the Seeds Monastery
Program Details
Master of Ceremony: Ms. Gaelle Khoury
- Video: UA Mission, Vision, and Values
- Introductory Note
Ms. Gaelle Khoury, Sports Journalist
- Video: Introducing the Faculty of Sport Sciences
- Welcome Address
Fr. Michel Saghbiny, Rector of Antonine University
- Video: Introducing the FSS CARES Initiative
- Welcome Address
Mr. Akram Halabi, President of the Lebanese Basketball Federation
- Video: Introducing the University Diploma in Basketball Coaching
- Round Table Discussion: Importance of the Academic-Federal Collaboration
Moderator: Mr. Fares Karam, Sports Commentator and TV/Radio Host
Charbel Rizk
Secretary General of the Lebanese Basketball Federation
Secretary General of the West Asian Basketball Association
Jihad Saliba
Diploma Coordinator at Antonine University
Coaching and Accreditation Head at the Lebanese Basketball Federation
Joe Moujaes
National Coach and Head Coach of Homenetmen Beirut Basketball Team
Q&A Session
- Video: Importance of the MOU Between UA and the LBF
Join us for this pivotal event that promises to shape the future of sports education and coaching in Lebanon.
For more information, contact us at +961 5 927000 ext. 1003.