Sharjah: The Sharjah Women's Sports (SWS) successfully concluded the sixth edition of the 'Amateur Shooting Challenge,' which was organized by the Community Sports Department on 9-10 May. The event saw the participation of 77 female participants from junior and women's categories at the foundation's headquarters in Al-Qlayaa. According to Emirates News Agency, the event began with a training day that introduced participants to the basics of shooting and emphasized safety procedures. This was followed by a competitive day for both categories, aimed at building confidence and encouraging sports participation in a safe and motivating environment. In the junior category, Shaikha Nawaf Ismail claimed first place, followed by Samar Mohammed Al Zubaidi in second and Yasmine Kashwani in third. In the women's category, Altaf Saleh took first place, Hamda Mohammed Al Harmoodi came second, and Khawla Mohammed Al Ali finished third. Noura Al Hamr, Head of the Community Sports Department, stated that the challenge aims to provide integrated sporting experiences that combine learning and competition. Maryam Kashwani noted that the strong participation reflects growing awareness of the importance of community sports and its role in encouraging women and girls to engage in physical activity.