A well-informed source told Al-Riyadiya that Al-Ahli club's management intends to suspend the activities of the men's first basketball and handball teams during the upcoming season, while retaining all age-group categories in both sports. The source explained that this step is part of the club's strategy to develop various sports sectors and enhance sustainable competitiveness by focusing on local talent. He also indicated that the club will announce in the coming weeks new partnerships to revive individual sports such as combat sports, tennis, swimming, and gymnastics, to enhance community participation. The club is currently working on finalizing a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education to provide after-school sports programs in basketball, handball, and volleyball in Jeddah neighborhoods.

This decision comes within the framework of Al-Ahli club's direction towards restructuring its sports activities, with a focus on investing in age-group categories and enhancing individual sports in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

Suspending the activities of the two first teams represents a bold step in the club's journey, as it relies on developing the youth base rather than direct competition at present. The new partnerships with the Ministry of Education are expected to expand the base of sports participation among youngsters. Moreover, focusing on individual sports reflects a strategic shift towards sports that win Olympic medals. Observers are monitoring the impact of this policy on the club's future results, especially in light of strong competition with other clubs. Sources indicate that the management seeks to achieve financial sustainability through these partnerships.