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A New Assyrian Athletic Center Opens in Northern Iraq
by Zinda
Posted: Wednesday, May 31, 2000 06:17 pm CST

DOHUK, Iraq (ZINDA) -- Monday, February 23, 1998 marked the opening ceremonies of Sanharib Athletic Center for Basketball and Volleyball in Nohadra (Dohuk), North Iraq. The Dohuk parliamentary representatives as well as the regional members of the Assyrian Democratic Movement (Zowaa) among hundreds of others were present to witness the opening of this athletic arena. To stamp the Center's opening, a friendly match between Sanharib Basketball Club and the Zakho Club took place. The Sanharib Athletic Club is unique in organizing several women's teams and competitions.

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