Iran Press/Iran news: Ayatollah Khamenei issued a message on Sunday to congratulate the recent winning of the world title by Iran's national men’s U21 volleyball team.
"I congratulate your victory. You brought joy and happiness to the hearts of the nation. Thank you, " the Leader message reads.
The Iranian national men’s U21 volleyball team defeated Italy 3-2 in the final match of FIVB Men’s U21 Volleyball World Championship in Bahrain last night.
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution always has special attention to young athletes.
In a meeting with Olympic and Paralympic Medalists on March 11, 2013, Ayatollah Khamenei the Leader of the Islamic Revolution mentioned some important points that are referred to as Youth Sports Charter.
His Eminence described the champions of the country as the ambassadors who represent the Iranian nation's identity, dignity, firm determination, intelligence, faith and commitment to sharia. He reiterated: "Champions are like a mountain peak. They prepare the ground for the movement of all people, particularly young talents, toward peaks."
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution stressed that winning sporting competitions is not possible without firm determination and high intelligence, adding: "Champions are the manifestation of the capabilities of a nation and they raise national self-confidence."
Ayatollah Khamenei stated that the presence of athletes in international arenas, accompanied by morality and good sportsmanship, promotes national values.
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