«Best Goalkeeper» is The Pride of the University — KazNU

«Best Goalkeeper» is The Pride of the University

2 November 2026
«Best Goalkeeper» is  The Pride of the University

     Sport is an important field that strengthens a person’s willpower and develops perseverance and responsibility. One of these special experiences was the inter-university girls’ futsal competition held on October 29–30 at the Kazakh National Women’s Teacher Training University. Teams took part in the competition, and each of them defended the honour of its educational institution. This sporting event, organized at a high level, tested the skills and determination of the participants. The girls’ team from Al-Farabi University did not give up the honour of their university. The opposing teams were also very strong, so they had to give their best in every match.

      Futsal is a sport that requires not only physical strength but also quick thinking and psychological resilience. Every moment is especially important for a goalkeeper. Protecting the goal requires great responsibility and concentration. During the competition, Aiaulym Asshatkyzy, a first-year student of the Faculty of Philology, tried her best to fulfil this responsibility and, as a result, received the “Best Goalkeeper” award. This was a great joy for Aiaulym and recognition of her hard work. Of course, we believe that this achievement was the result of team support and unity.

      The main purpose of such competitions is to increase students’ sports activity, promote a healthy lifestyle, and strengthen friendship and cooperation among young people. Sport teaches people not only to win, but also to be persistent, believe in themselves, and unite for a common goal.

 

Senior Lecturer of the Department of Kazakh Literature and Literary

Theory, Group Advisor  Sh. Shortanbay