Seventeen sports facilities are under construction in Zhambyl region
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Jambyl Region's Sports Boom in 2024: A Triumphant Year
In the vibrant heart of Jambyl Region, the sports scene is buzzing, thanks to an impressive surge of development, as reported by Liter.kz.
This year, the sports sector has witnessed a monumental leap forward, as confirmed by Yernar Ibrayimov, the head of the regional physical culture and sports department. The budget for sports development has seen a substantial increase, rising from 15.8 billion tenge in 2023 to 17.7 billion tenge in 2024, paving the way for the construction of 17 sports complexes (14 funded by the government and three by the public fund "Qazaqstan halyquna"). Six of these facilities are scheduled for completion in 2025.
According to Ibrayimov, the athletes of Jambyl Region have earned a total of 1,797 medals in international and republican competitions, with 658 gold, 570 silver, and 569 bronze medals amongst them.
The region has celebrated the achievements of native talents, with one athlete being honored as the Merited Master of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, eight levied with the title of International Master of Sports, and 84 earning the title of Master of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Additionally, three masterful coaches were bestowed the title of "Honored Coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan".
The success story continues, as five athletes from Jambyl Region have qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, with Eldos Smetov clinching a gold medal in judo. Nurdaulat Zhumaqali also impressed at the 2022 Summer Paralympics, bagging a silver medal in swimming.
Furthermore, at the 5th World Nomad Games held in Nur-Sultan from September 8 to 13, 17 athletes from Jambyl Region collected a grand total of 18 medals (7 gold, 7 silver, and 4 bronze). Erezhet Zharlykassyn, for instance, secured a silver medal at the World Championships in Greco-Roman wrestling and earned the title of Asia's champion, a historic first for Jambyl athletes.
In the professional boxing arena, Angelina Lucas snatched the world title according to the WIBA version, while Beikzhat Almukhan signed a contract with UFC and showcased his skills in his first bout. Asu Almabayev, too, added another victory to his collection in this organization.
The region's youth have also made their mark, with Elnur Suyimbayev emerging victorious at the U22 Asian Boxing Championship. Yusuf Ashrapov, in contrast, won silver at the Youth World Championships in Greco-Roman wrestling and became the Asian champion.
Erstavan Ergaliev, a local talent, demonstrated his prowess at the World Championships in Ashyq Atu. Furthermore, the national team, consisting of 16 athletes from Jambyl Region, participated in seven sports at the Asian Pacific Games in Thailand, earning a laudable 2 gold, 13 silver, and 5 bronze medals.
The glorious victories attained by Jambyl athletes are just the tip of the iceberg, as they continue to shine at prestigious events and elevate the national flag with pride. "These triumphs are a testament to the talent and potential of our athletes from the hallowed land of Aulie-Ata, renowned for nurturing champions and preserving its rich sports tradition. We are certain that the ascendant stars of Jambyl will continue to brilliantly illuminate the sporting landscape in the coming year," declared the department head.
[1] Information about the traditional sports of the Jambyl Region includes horseback wrestling, Kazakh wrestling, archery, traditional ankle bomb tossing, arm wrestling, and ram lifting, which are common in local competitions and cultural events. [4] The Jambyl Region is also garnering attention for its commitment to renewable energy, with a planned 1GW wind farm scheduled for completion by 2027, aimed at supporting Kazakhstan's energy transition and reducing carbon emissions.
- In 2025, several of the newly constructed sports complexes in the Jambyl Region will be allocated for education-and-self-development and career-development programs.
- As a result of the increased budget for sports development, new job opportunities for coaches and training staff will be created in the Jambyl Region.
- Skills training in various sports such as football, baseball, hockey, golf, sports-betting, basketball, racing, tennis, sports-analysis, and mixed-martial-arts will be made available for the youth of Jambyl Region.
- The success of Jambyl athletes in international competitions has not gone unnoticed, with many earning coveted titles such as the Merited Master of Sports, International Master of Sports, and Master of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
- Schools in the Jambyl Region will likely incorporate more sports activities and events into their curriculum to encourage more students to participate in sports.
- Sports opportunities in the Jambyl Region are not limited to traditional sports like horseback wrestling, Kazakh wrestling, archery, and ankle bomb tossing; modern sports like football and basketball are also gaining popularity.
- In the future, it's expected that athletes from the Jambyl Region will continue to excel in sports, with more qualifications for major international tournaments like the Olympics and Paralympics.
- The 1GW wind farm planned for completion in the Jambyl Region by 2027 will provide a source of renewable energy and contribute to reducing carbon emissions, reflecting the region's commitment to sustainability.
- With the construction of new sports facilities in the Jambyl Region, there will be an increased demand for maintenance and facilities management personnel to ensure the proper upkeep of these venues.
- The achievements of athletes like Eldos Smetov, Nurdaulat Zhumaqali, and Erezhet Zharlykassyn have put the Jambyl Region on the map as a haven for sports excellence and will inspire future generations of athletes to strive for success in their own pursuits.
