Sports in Alexandria

Any kind of physical activity is good for the body and Sports whether indoors or outdoors are great way to keep the body in shape and the mind healthy. All types of sports are played according to a set of rules and regulations and this subject requires ample of dedication and practice to master it. Sports as a discipline not only bring the physical and mental enhancement in human beings but also are a form of art. It helps in building up the character. Egyptians are reputed to be good sports men. With the perfect build and stamina they are known to put up some great competition in some of the major sporting events in the world. The Mediterranean port of Alexandria also has its own list of sports both indoor and outdoor.

In ancient Egypt with the absence of any popular modes of entertainment as present in today's world, sports were the only medium of recreation. However, even with the advent of civilization, the craze for a particular sport, the value of sports in an individual's life has not been washed away. The sea port city of Alexandria has remarkably transformed itself and has accepted in its main stream many popular sports of other nation. The urge to test the self, to challenge ones mental prowess and sharpen ones skill ranks higher for the Alexandrians and they love to sweat it out on the fields. The hometown of many International Teams of world fame, Alexandria takes pride in declaring itself to be a sport loving country.

The favorite sport of Alexandria is no doubt Soccer. Other sports features Squash and Tennis which are played at the social and sports clubs. Surfing and water polo are the common sea sports.

In the present scenario, Alexandria is enjoying a good position in the fields of Soccer and Squash. The professional teams have made the city proud by emerging victorious in many international events like the African Cup of Nations, 2006. With technological enhancements and the local and professional clubs getting financial assistance from the government, Alexandria will be producing world class players for many days to come.