Having acquired their International Ice Hockey Federation membership in 2001, United Arab Emirates(UAE) focus on increasing participation in the sport. New clubs continue to emerge, with four in 1999 the number grew to fourteen by 2001and a national championship having been established. Desert Snake Abu Dhabi were champions during the 1999-00 season, while Dubai Amro Green Wings took top hounours the following season.
During the 1999 Asian Hong Kong International Ice Hockey Cup, UAE claimed the title during their first ever international competition.
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