Zarqa University achieved another sporting milestone by securing the third-place trophy and bronze medal in the men's singles category of the Jordanian Universities Sports Federation Table Tennis Championship. The tournament was hosted by Middle East University on November 2–3, 2026, with the participation of 24 public and private universities from across the Kingdom.

Ayesh Mohammad Fayez Al-Khatib, a student at the Faculty of Arts at Zarqa University, claimed third place and the bronze medal following an outstanding performance that demonstrated exceptional technical skills and remarkable competitive ability. His impressive performance earned him a place on the podium amid strong competition from players representing participating universities.

The championship featured a high standard of play and intense competition among participants, highlighting the significance of Al-Khatib's achievement and demonstrating the ability of Zarqa University students to compete successfully and secure top positions in university sporting championships.

Dr. Mukhled Al-Zoubi, Dean of Student Affairs at Zarqa University, congratulated Al-Khatib on his outstanding achievement, praising the technical skills and sportsmanship he displayed throughout the tournament. He emphasized that this accomplishment reflects the athletic talents and capabilities of the University's students, which enable them to achieve distinguished results in various sporting competitions.

Dr. Al-Zoubi also expressed his appreciation for the continued support provided by Dr. Mahmoud Abu Shaera, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zarqa Company for Education and Investment , and the University administration to the Deanship of Student Affairs and its sports programs and activities. He noted that this support contributes to creating an encouraging environment for nurturing student talent, promoting participation, and achieving sporting excellence.

He further highlighted the Deanship of Student Affairs' commitment to encouraging student participation in championships organized by the Jordanian Universities Sports Federation, emphasizing their important role in developing athletic talent, fostering a spirit of positive competition, and strengthening communication and interaction among students from Jordanian universities.