The strength of the nation — through children and youth

Fr om June 29 to July 2, 2025, the first International Mas-wrestling Tournament among students and children took place at the Kazakh Agrotechnical University named after Saken Seifullin in the capital, organized by AGT GLOBAL. This event was not just a competition — it became a large platform for strengthening youth sports movement, developing international cooperation, and promoting national sports.

Under the motto "Summer of strength, will, and unity," the tournament brought together 110 participants from Kazakhstan, Russia, the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), and Uzbekistan, representing 15 teams. Participants competed in 18 weight categories, demonstrating not only physical fitness but also strength of spirit, endurance, strategic thinking, and respect for opponents.

Mas-wrestling in the framework of the tournament served not only as a sport but also as an element of cultural diplomacy, contributing to the formation of identity, continuity of traditions, and international dialogue through youth initiatives.

The tournament involved teams from the following educational institutions: North-Eastern Federal University named after M.K. Ammosov, Kyrgyz-Uzbek University named after Batyraly Sydykov, the Academy of Labor and Social Relations of the Federation of Trade Unions of Uzbekistan, the Malik Gabdullin Civil Protection Academy, the Management College, the Abay Regional Geological Exploration College, the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Karaganda Technical University named after Academician A.S. Saginov, Churapchinsky State Institute of Physical Culture and Sports, School-Gymnasium No. 28 of Kostanay, the Children's and Youth Sports School of Satpaev, the Zhezkazgan Industrial-Humanitarian College, Krestyakhskaya Secondary School, the Polytechnic School named after I.G. Spiridonov, Morukskaya Secondary General Education School, and Esil University.

The tournament program included:

· Competitions in mas-wrestling among young and student athletes;

· Educational master class with the participation of leading specialists;

· Round table with team representatives and coaches dedicated to issues of youth upbringing, development of leadership qualities, and strengthening international sports cooperation.

During the master class, the following speakers presented:

· Zakharov Alexander Alexandrovich — Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor, Honored Coach of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Master of Sports

Topic: Assessment of the special physical preparedness of athletes in mas-wrestling

· Mikhailov Semen Klavdievich — Coach of the Suntarsky Ulus

Topic: Experience of conducting mas-wrestling competitions among children and adolescents (cases, difficulties, lessons)

· Loginov Vasily Nikolaevich — Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work

Topic: Methodological conditions

The speakers' presentations sparked the interest of the participants, touching on important aspects of athlete training methods, involving children in mass sports, and using national sports as a tool for education.

The tournament was organized by AGT GLOBAL. The event confirmed the importance of a comprehensive approach to youth development, wh ere sports become not only a means of physical improvement but also a powerful resource for education, upbringing, and international cooperation.

For educational institutions, participating in the tournament became an opportunity to:

· demonstrate advanced experience in sports and educational activities;

· expand international connections with educational organizations;

· implement youth initiatives aimed at strengthening health, team spirit, and patriotism.

The results of the tournament contributed to:

· the development of student and school sports;

· the formation of sustainable intercultural connections;

· the popularization of traditional martial arts among youth.

AGT GLOBAL expresses gratitude to all participants, coaches, educational organizations, and partners for their active support and contribution to the development of youth sports movement.

The mas-wrestling tournament became a symbol of strength, willpower, tradition, and aspiration for the future, in which youth play the main role. Raising a strong, healthy, and united nation begins with such initiatives — through children and students, through sports, culture, and cooperation.