The Muslim Games 2010 Tournament was held in Vancouver over the British Columbia Day long weekend (July 30th  - August 02 2010). Many athletes and spectators participated in this inaugural tournament. The Opening Ceremonies were held at the Saudi Students Society in Richmond. The ceremony was a spectacle in its own right. Mr. Mahmood Al-Hajj’s recitation was both breathtaking and inspiring. Though short, the caliber of his narration set high expectations for the rest of the afternoon.  The Honorable  Mohammad Hassan Bal, Consul General of Malaysia and the BC Ministry of Healthy Living and Sports Minister Ida Chong forwarded keynote addresses for the Opening Ceremony. Minister Chong’s address was read by MLA Linda Reid. Br. Sikandar Khan, president of the BC Muslim Association (BCMA), Br. Dr. Mohammad Abu Aish, VP of Ajyal for youth Development Society,  Br. Abdullah Aldawood, Vice president of the Saudi Students Society of BC (SSSBC), Br. Basher Patel, President of the BC Muslim Sports Association  (BCMSA),  and Br. Feroz Dean, chairman of Muslim Business Council spoke at the event.  It was good to see so many organizations come together to promote youth athletics within the Muslim Community. The Tournament Manager, Mr. Ebrahim Bawa, delivered the opening and closing remarks to the athletes, volunteers and dignitaries that were present.
Muslim Games is a unique experience for the BC Muslim Community. It is a result of collective effort and cooperation between; Ajyal for Youth Development Society, the Saudi Students Society of BC, the BC Muslim Association and the BC Muslim Sports Association. The objectives of the organizers:
To promote cooperation between Muslims in particular the youth through sports
To organize professional sports and community events
To encourage cooperation and unity between local Muslim organizations through sports
To develop athletic skills within the Muslim community
 This year, Muslim Games hosted soccer, volleyball, and table tennis competitions for brothers, and indoor soccer for sisters. 
Sisters soccer games were played by the girls of 16+ at the Roundhouse Community Center in Yale Town.  Six teams bearing the name of colors Red, Blue, Pink, Green, Purple and the Saudi Club team of Victoria Island who made the move to Vancouver for this exceptional game were all geared up according to their respective colors. The sisters were grateful that this kind of healthy competition is organized and felt privileged to be part of this Grand Premiere. The Winning Cup went for the Red Team which demonstrates high skills talents. Yusra who plays soccer since she is 5 added that this was great experience for her to share her passion with the girls of her community and that it was an opportunity for her to share her skills with her team. The supporters were all excited to support their team with screams and claps which brought the competition to be more challenging. The Golden Boot went to Nada Elmasry from the pink team who scored 6 goals in total; the Best Islamic conduct cup went to the Saudi Club of Victoria. Sisters’ MVP Cup went to Sr. Yusra Said from the Red Team. Muslim Games has brought many girls to develop their management and coach skills, friendship in a safe environment and sportsmanship. It was a great moment for the parents to watch their girls involving in such activities. The management and volunteers have contributed to make the Girls Muslim Games a great success. The participants are already looking forward for the 2011 Muslim Games.
Brothers Volleyball and Table Tennis competitions were held at the Roundhouse Community Center in Yale Town (Vancouver) on July 31st and August 01. Both of these divisions were highly competitive. The crowds were treated to multiple intense matches. Despite the level of competition, all of the players and teams demonstrated excellent sportsmanship. The final matches for both of these divisions clearly show that the Muslim Community has many highly skilled athletes. Special congratulations are in order for Mr. Hamza Alsaadi winner of the Table Tennis Division and Panthers, the winners of the Volleyball competition.
However, the undisputed main event was the brothers Soccer completion. Some of the best amateur Muslim soccer athletes teams competed in this division. The competition was held on the turf fields in Andy Livingstone Park on July 31st to August 02 inclusive. All of the teams were excellent role models for the Muslim Community’s younger athletes. Each and every one of the players was an excellent example of good sportsmanship, leadership, and excellent character. Despite the intensity of the competition, all of the athletes maintained self control and played respectfully. The spectators especially enjoyed the final match between Saudi Students Society team and Panthers. The sports commentator, Mr. Mohammad Bazai, did an excellent job of engaging the spectators and narrating the plays. A special congratulation goes to the Panthers for winning this fiercely competitive division.
In conclusion, the games have strengthened the bonds between the Muslim Community in BC. Many of the athletes and spectators made new friends throughout the tournament. The Organizing Committee would like to thank all the athletes, officials, and spectators, who took part in this event. They would also encourage everyone to embrace the next Muslim Games tournament (2011), which will be an even bigger tournament.