Abdelaziz Sfar facts for kids
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Native name | عبد العزيز صفر |
Nationality | Tunisian |
Born | November 7, 1939 Bizert |
Died | April 29, 2012 Tunis |
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Sport | Handball |
Abdelaziz Sfar (Arabic: عبد العزيز صفر) was born on November 7, 1939, in Bizerte, Tunisia. He passed away on April 29, 2012, in Tunis. Abdelaziz Sfar was a well-known Tunisian handball player. He was also a respected teacher and a leader in the world of sports.
A Life Dedicated to Sports
Abdelaziz Sfar spent his life helping sports grow in Tunisia. He was not only a great player but also an important educator.
His Education and Training
Abdelaziz Sfar studied at a special school in Paris, France, from 1962 to 1966. This school, called INSEP, focused on sports expertise and performance. He earned a diploma in physical education in 1966. Later, in 1976, he got another advanced diploma. This one was in managing sports organizations. It focused on how to make school sports available to many more students.
A Leader in Sports Education
Abdelaziz Sfar became a teacher and researcher. He worked at the Higher Institute of Sport and Physical Education in Ksar Said, Tunisia. This institute is a key place for training sports professionals. He even became the director of this important school twice. His first time as director was from 1969 to 1973. He returned to lead the institute again from 1995 to 2000.
Abdelaziz Sfar passed away on April 29, 2012. He was buried the next day in Mahdia, Tunisia. His work helped shape many athletes and sports programs in his country.