WEP 2026 Keynote: Adaptation in Sports with Al-Ittihad Football Player Saleh Al-Shehri 

Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Location: Building 20 Auditorium 
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Join us for an inspiring keynote session featuring Saleh Al-Shehri, Saudi professional footballer and international athlete renowned for competing at the highest levels of the sport. 

Throughout his career, Al-Shehri has demonstrated exceptional adaptability, resilience, and determination—thriving in highly competitive and demanding environments. In this special session, he will share personal insights and lessons from professional sports, exploring how adaptation shapes performance, leadership, and personal growth. 

As part of the Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2026, this keynote will examine the powerful connection between sports and the science of human adaptation. The discussion will highlight themes of endurance, wellbeing, mental strength, and performing under pressure, offering valuable perspectives on how physical training builds resilience and unlocks human potential. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an elite athlete whose journey embodies the spirit of adaptation in action. 

For more information, view the full agenda here.

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