Media Release
Dubai, Aug 25: Coastal Catholic Badminton Friends (CCBF) UAE has announced the inaugural badminton tournament Falcon Trackers Nativity Trophy 2026.
This inaugural badminton tournament will bring together members of the Roman Catholic community from the dioceses of Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar, and Chikkamagaluru who are living and working in the UAE for a day of competitive sport, fellowship, and community bonding.
The tournament will be held on September 20 at Sports Bay, Karama, Dubai, and is expected to attract badminton enthusiasts from across the Coastal Catholic community in the UAE.
The competition will feature the following categories:
Men's doubles
Women's doubles
Mixed doubles
The event is being organised with the objective of promoting sportsmanship, healthy living, and stronger connections among members of the faithful from the participating dioceses. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their badminton skills while fostering friendship, unity, and community spirit through sport.
Falcon Trackers has come on board as the Title Partner for the tournament, underscoring its commitment to supporting community initiatives and sporting excellence. Kebab Bistro and Leyton Shipping LLC have joined the event as Event Partners, contributing to the success of this landmark gathering.
Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded to the winners and runners-up in each category, making the Falcon Trackers Nativity Trophy 2026 one of the most highly anticipated events on the Coastal Catholic community calendar in the UAE.
Event details:
Event: Falcon Trackers Nativity Trophy 2026
Organiser: Coastal Catholic Badminton Friends (CCBF)
Date: September 20
Venue: Sports Bay, Karama, Dubai
Time: 9:30 am onwards
Categories: Men's doubles, women's doubles, mixed doubles
Participating dioceses: Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar, and Chikkamagaluru
Last date for registration: September 5
For registrations and enquiries:
Melwin Kalakul: +971 55 530 6057
Reshma Suvares: +971 55 707 8519
Kevin Vas: +971 55 854 0276
Sonal Lopes: +971 52 995 4274
Joshve D’Souza: +971 56 224 1075
Speaking about the initiative, the organising committee stated that the tournament is more than just a sporting event; it is a celebration of faith, friendship, and unity among members of the Roman Catholic communities of Mangaluru, Udupi, Karwar, and Chikkamagaluru living in the UAE.
Participants and visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of delicious kebabs and grilled specialties from Kebab Bistro, one of Dubai's popular destinations for authentic kebab cuisine.
The organising committee warmly invites players, families, supporters, and well-wishers to participate in and witness this historic tournament, which promises a memorable day of exciting badminton action, fellowship, and community spirit.