For almost a decade, coach Hadi Abdulkareem Jubouri has been the driving force behind Iraq’s sitting volleyball team, guiding athletes to reach their full potential while threading the complexities of the sports for the disabled in a country still rebuilding from years of conflict. His journey into coaching was a...
Iran captain Masoumeh Zarei Barouti has a glint of enthusiasm and passion in her eyes, as she shared her experience in the 2024 WPV Final Paralympics Qualifier in Dali, China, and the passion for the sport she loves. “I am very happy to be here in Dali,” said Zarei Barouti...
Slovenia secured a remarkable triumph over Ukraine on the third day of the 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifier for Women, presented by Delin Company, in a heart-pounding tie-break match at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre on Friday. The encounter between the two European sides ended in a nail-biting...
Despite the inherent challenges posed by upper limb disabilities in sitting volleyball, Slovenia’s team has defied expectations, currently ranking sixth in the world standings. Their remarkable journey to the top of the world rankings is a testament to the dedication and expertise of coach Simon Bozic and his athletes. As...
The action continued to unfold at the 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men, presented by Delin Company, at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre on Thursday. Day 2 witnessed gripping showdowns as teams battled fiercely to start a good momentum in the tournament. In the nail-biting encounter between...
For USA skipper Rod Green, this trip to Dali represents more than just another tournament, it embodies years of dedication, sacrifice, and the pursuit of success – it is the pinnacle of all their hard work. “We had a three-day travel to Dali. It was worth the travel. We have...
In 2019, Klara Vrabic found solace in sitting volleyball after cancer altered her path from able-bodied volleyball. Now 22, she balances sports and studies at the University of Ljubljana, fuelled by a passion for teaching. “I’ve been playing sitting volleyball since 2019. But before my illness, I also played volleyball,”...
The second day of the 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Women, presented by Delin Company, witnessed intense matchups that left the crowd on the edge of their seats at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre on Thursday. The clash between Thailand Japan set the tone for the day,...
The 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men and Women, presented by Delin Company, at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony that welcomed an enthusiastic crowd of 5,000, setting the tone for an exhilarating tournament. 5000 – Spectators during the Opening Ceremony 166...
The 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men, presented by Delin Company, commenced with three compelling clashes between teams in the same zone, namely Europe, Asia and Pan America, followed by the matchup between Japan and Croatia at the Dali International Olympic Centre on Wednesday. The first matchup pitted...
