Bytchenko yearns to inspire next generation of Para athletes

The true measure of an athlete’s character often transcends the bounds of physical strength. It’s a narrative woven not just with victories, but with the determined spirit that propels one forward through adversity. Ukraine men’s sitting volleyball stalwart Denys Bytchenko epitomizes this ethos of resilience and determination. “I’ve been playing...

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Kubo: Road to Paris is no easy feat

Japan coach Yohishiro Kubo believes that the journey to the Paralympic Games is no easy feat. It is a path riddled with challenges and obstacles that demand dedication and resilience from athletes and coaches alike. Amidst these trials, the young coach finds value in every competition, including the 2024 WPV...

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Slovenia secure early spot in women’s qualifier final

Slovenia and Germany’s straight-set victories highlighted Day 5 of the 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifier for Women, presented by Delin Company, at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre on Sunday. The first match saw Japan facing Germany in a gripping encounter, with both teams displaying grit on the court...

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Michelle Schiffler: From topdog to underdog

Michelle Schiffler, a seasoned sitting volleyball athlete representing Germany, finds herself on a journey like no other. “The experience here in Dali has been unexpectedly really good,” Schiffler said. “Here in Dali, you could see more of nature. I also think this is one of the most highly organised events...

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Mizuho Fujimoto and the spirit of youth

Age often stands as a defining factor and an indicator of experience and maturity, but sometimes it is the youthful exuberance that breathes new life into a team. Mizuho Fujimoto is a dynamic force within Japan women’s sitting volleyball team, who at the age of 19, is not just a...

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Rafał Wojtowicz: The Dual-code Dynamo

In sports, versatility often marks the line between the good and the great. Meet Rafał Wojtowicz, an athlete from Poland whose passion for paravolley transcends boundaries – both physical and disciplinary. At just 14, he began playing sitting volleyball, a discipline that would become his calling. Today, he stands or...

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