Irbid, May 24 (Petra) — Yarmouk University (YU) on Sunday hosted
activities of the traditional Russian sport “Zarnitsa,” with “wide”
participation from children and youth of the Russian community
residing in Jordan.

The event is part of the university’s efforts to promote cultural
openness and foster an inclusive academic environment that encourages
interaction among peoples.

According to a YU statement, the event featured a range of sports,
physical and team-based intellectual competitions, aimed at
developing leadership, teamwork and discipline skills among
participants, while promoting cooperation and team spirit.

The program combined recreational and educational elements linked to
the historical heritage of the game, providing an interactive
experience for participants of different age groups.

Concluding the activities, certificates of appreciation and
commemorative prizes were handed over to participants.

Meanwhile, organizers expressed their appreciation to the university
administration for its support and facilitation, which contributed to
the event’s success and reflected its strong organizational
standards, providing space for students and resident communities to
engage within the university environment.

Zarnitsa, which is a traditional Russian outdoor team game for
children and youth that simulates military-style scenarios, combines
physical activity, strategy, teamwork, and problem-solving exercises,
aimed at building discipline, cooperation, and leadership skills.

//Petra// NQ