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ABOUT THE GAMES

Islamic Games began in 1989 by a group of Muslim youths in Queens, NY. The annual event brought Muslims together to compete in various sports. Imam Siraj Wahhaj and Imam Zaid Shakir were among some of the early notable participants.  

In 2005, after years of growth, Islamic Games was rebranded and relaunched, evolving into a multi-faceted sports festival that attracted thousands of participants competing in team and individual events. Today, Islamic Games serves as the premier competition for Islamic centers, leagues, clubs, youth organizations, and Muslim schools.

In 2024, over 5,000 athletes participated in Games held in New Jersey, Dallas, Chicago and Brampton, Canada. Islamic Games is open to any individual or team regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, or religion. The excitement and unique experience of Islamic Games will be celebrating its 35th Anniversary in 2025.

 

Alhamdulillah, for 2025, Islamic Games is scheduled across 7 cities in North America. The cities and dates are as follows:

Dallas | April 19-20, 2025
New Jersey | June 14-15, 2025
Brampton | June 28-29, 2025
Detroit | July 12-13, 2025
Chicago | August 2-3, 2025
Houston | October 2025
San Francisco | November 2025

 

The Islamic Games is North America’s largest Muslim sports and athletic event. Featured events include basketball, soccer, volleyball, cricket, softball, flag football, track & field, swimming, tennis, table tennis, pickleball, cycling, 5K, archery, arm wrestling, fitness course, martial arts and more. Athletes compete in all age categories, with separate divisions for male and female participants.

In 2025, Islamic Games is anticipated to attract over 9,000 athletes from more than 800 teams, with an anticipated attendance exceeding 50,000. The Games will bring together a diverse coalition of partners, including hundreds of Islamic Schools, sports leagues, sports academies, youth organizations, and national organizations. Join us for this landmark celebration of sports and community development!

 

MEET THE TEAM

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Salaudeen Nausrudeen
Founder and President

Growth, Strategy, Sponsorship, Partnership and Technology 

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Ishmael Nausrudeen
VP Operations

Basketball Operations, Partnerships, Merchandise and Outreach 

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Zakir Mohammed
VP Finance

Volleyball Operations, Cricket Operations, Finance, Food & Beverage

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Salrina Nausrudeen
VP Marketing

Marketing, Social Media, Volunteer support, Purchasing, Travel & Accommodation

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Yahya Khan Sultan
VP Governance

Flag Football Operations, Governance, Legal, Compliance and PR

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Mohamedmehdi Khaku
Director

Soccer Operations, Accounting and Outreach

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Zamina Abdelhamid
Director

On site Registration, Check-in, Awards and Pictures

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Aadam Khan
Director

Operations,  Asstistant Volleyball Operations, Venue Setup and Parking

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Sarimdeen Nausrudeen
Director

Operations and Logistics , Assistant Basketball Operations and Venue Prep

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Moin Akthar
IT Consultant

Website and App Developer

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Mudassar Safdar
Manager

Cricket Operations