Şanlıurfa Hosts Wheelchair Basketball Tournament with Göbeklitepe Visit

Four wheelchair basketball teams have gathered at Karşıyaka Sports Hall for a three-day tournament, according to Gazetedetay.

Karşıyaka Sports Hall Hosts Four Contending Teams

The tournament features competing squads from Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality, Amed Sport Club, İskenderun Municipality, and Ordu Metropolitan Municipality. Action on the court began under tournament guidelines to decide which side claims the trophy, with play scheduled to run through a formal medal ceremony on October 9.

Players Tour Archaeological Site of Göbeklitepe

Before tip-off, visiting athletes and coaching staffs traveled to Göbeklitepe, widely recognized as one of the world’s most significant archaeological locations. Players toured the ancient ruins to learn about the history of the region and explore the ancient site situated just outside the city.

2ND GÖBEKLİTEPE WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT BEGINS IN ŞANLIURFA

Players express satisfaction with hosting regional competition

Reflecting on the event’s local significance, Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality wheelchair basketball player Mahmut Açıkgöz expressed satisfaction with hosting the regional competition in his home city. Amed Sport Club player Mevlüt Erdenci echoed those sentiments, noting his happiness at being in Şanlıurfa and thanking everyone who worked to organize the fixtures.

Where is the wheelchair basketball tournament taking place?

Where is the wheelchair basketball tournament taking place?

Matches are being played at Karşıyaka Sports Hall, bringing together four municipal and club sides for three days of competition.

Which teams are competing in the tournament?

The participating squads comprise Şanlıurfa Metropolitan Municipality, Amed Sport Club, İskenderun Municipality, and Ordu Metropolitan Municipality.

Şanlıurfa Hosts Wheelchair Basketball Tournament with Göbeklitepe Visit

When does the tournament conclude?

The event wraps up with a formal trophy and medal presentation ceremony on October 9.

What historical site did the athletes visit ahead of the games?

Athletes and technical staff toured Göbeklitepe, a globally recognized archaeological zone, to examine local history prior to their matches.

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