Doha College welcomed Olympians Hamish Kerr, Donald Thomas, and Zoe Hobbs to its campus last week. In town for the Diamond League, the elite athletes took time from their demanding schedules to inspire Doha College pupils through an exclusive Q&A session and an athletics masterclass.
Sprinter Hobbs led a session on sprint mechanics, offering students deep insight into the discipline, training, and rigorous warm-up routines that prepare her for competition at the highest levels.
Kerr, a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, and Thomas, a former World Champion in high jump, hosted a high jump clinic. Students were in awe as they observed and attempted the technical mastery, strength, and timing behind the sport.
The masterclass ended with a thrilling relay race. The crowd was on its feet as the race came to a dramatic photo finish, embodying the spirit of healthy competition and camaraderie.
As a British international school that prides itself on global reach and recognition — having earned accolades from the British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection, a place in the Spear’s Schools Index Top 100 schools in the World, and ranked among the top 15 schools in the Middle East by Carfax Education — Doha College consistently fosters opportunities that enrich student experience beyond the classroom.
Athletic excellence is deeply rooted in Doha College’s history. Among its distinguished alumni is Nada Arakji, Qatar’s first female Olympic swimmer — a testament to the school’s legacy of developing athletes who succeed on the global stage. Her journey reflects the college’s commitment to fostering determination, ambition, and personal growth through sport.
Events such as these are a shining example of how Doha College integrates real-world excellence into its educational model, providing students with transformative experiences that extend learning beyond the classroom, a statement added.
