Muraidhoo has successfully defended their title in the “Thila-Uthuru Women’s Volleyball Tournament 2025,” organized by the Ha. Atoll Council in Hoarafushi. The tournament was open to all islands in Ha. Atoll.

In the final match played at the Hoarafushi Volleyball Court last night, Muraidhoo faced Ihavandhoo, securing victory with a score of 3 sets to 1. This marks Muraidhoo’s second consecutive championship title in the tournament.

The inaugural tournament was held last year in Muraidhoo, where the team also emerged victorious. Muraidhoo has shown exceptional performance in both tournaments, demonstrating remarkable strength and skill. This year, they dominated throughout the competition, winning all their matches with ease, losing only one set throughout the entire tournament – during the final match against Ihavandhoo.

In the individual awards category, Hoarafushi won the Fair Play Team award. Suha Abdul Gayyoom (Jersey No. 17) from Muraidhoo was named the tournament’s youngest player, while her teammate Aishath Shamna (Jersey No. 23) won the Best Libero award. Hussain Visaal from Muraidhoo was recognized as the tournament’s Best Coach.

The tournament’s Dream Team includes Suwaibath Hussain (Muraidhoo), Aishath Shabana (Ihavandhoo), Sameenath Hussain (Muraidhoo), Mariyam Shaha (Hoarafushi), Fathimath Nuha (Muraidhoo), and Rugiyyath Sharoona (Ihavandhoo). Suwaibath Hussain (Jersey No. 18) from Muraidhoo was awarded both the tournament MVP and the final match MVP.

Five islands participated in this year’s tournament: Hoarafushi, Muraidhoo, Ihavandhoo, Dhidhdhoo, and Molhadhoo. The championship team was awarded a prize money of MVR 70,000.

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