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This study addresses the ethical framework of sports practices among Emirati youth, through an analysis of the values and principles that guide sports behavior in light of religious teachings and the national culture of the United Arab Emirates. The study started from the premise that sports are not merely a physical activity, but rather an educational tool that contributes to building moral character and strengthening national belonging. The study adopted the descriptive-analytical approach in reviewing the theoretical concepts related to sports ethics, and examining the role of educational, sports, and media institutions in instilling these values in the youth. The research results showed that sports ethics in Emirati society are rooted in Islamic principles and authentic social values, and that they express an extension of the national and human identity that the state seeks to consolidate in rising generations. The study also revealed that sports practices effectively contribute to developing values of cooperation, discipline, and respect. However, they face contemporary challenges that require greater awareness and guidance. The study concluded that strengthening ethical standards in Emirati sports necessitates the cooperation of all relevant parties families, schools, clubs, and the media in instilling positive values and sportsmanship, in line with the nation's vision of building a conscious, creative, and ethical generation committed to the ethics of sports.
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