The city of Agadir hosted the first edition of the Moroccan Gloster Cup on 14, 15 and 16 November 2025 — a historic event for Gloster breeding in Morocco.
This inaugural edition drew wide attention from local and international breeders, recording an all-time high of 478 entered birds — the largest ever in the history of the Gloster in Morocco.
Judging was carried out by French judge Stéphane Burdin, a distinguished IGBA member, whose expertise guaranteed a professional, internationally recognised assessment of every bird entered.
The competition atmosphere
Held over three days, the event took place in a friendly, elegant atmosphere that encouraged exchanges and knowledge sharing between breeders and enthusiasts. The organisation by the Moroccan Gloster Canary Club showed a high level of professionalism, from the cage layout and event set-up to the care given to the well-being of birds and participants.
Official results
The official results, reflecting the highest standards of Gloster judging, are as follows:
- Best in Show: Hamada Bakour
- Best Opposite: Nabil Bougtaya
- Best Buff: Nabil Bougtaya
- Best TPD: Nabil Bougtaya
- Best Clear: Nabil Bougtaya
- Best Cinnamon: Eddami Saifddine
- Best Yellow: Adil Legmaira
- Best White: Hamada Bakour
- Best Grizzlé: Siteli Mustapha
Several breeders stood out by winning multiple categories, a testament to the quality of their birds and their commitment to the hobby. The audience followed each category with enthusiasm, contributing to a lively, captivating atmosphere.
Why this first edition matters
This first Moroccan Gloster Cup marks a major milestone in the development of Gloster breeding in Morocco. It highlighted the ability of Moroccan breeders to produce birds of international calibre, while promoting fair competition and a spirit of camaraderie. The event also enabled a transfer of knowledge from international judges to the local community, contributing to an overall rise in breeding standards.
Conclusion
The first edition of the Moroccan Gloster Cup left a strong impression on everyone who took part, proving that Morocco can host world-class competitions while keeping a warm, collaborative atmosphere. The event sets a high benchmark for future editions, which promise to be even bigger, better organised and more influential in promoting Gloster breeding excellence in Morocco.
