In this second part of the Q&A with Japan sitting volleyball athlete Yoshihiro Iikura, who participated at the Tokyo Paralympics, he talks about his approach to his goals, his bond with his family, and his dreams for the future. Starting with the motivation that “there might be a chance” for...
Explore the story of Japan’s sitting volleyball athlete Yoshihiro Iikura, a late bloomer in the world of Para sports, as he fulfils his dream of another Paralympic participation. After losing his left leg in a workplace accident at the age of 25, Iikura discovered his passion for sports at the...
Eight men’s teams and seven women’s teams have confirmed their participation for the 2024 World ParaVolley Final Paralympics Qualifier in the enchanting city of Dali, China. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of southwestern China, Dali adds a captivating backdrop to the sporting event. The men’s event comprises Canada, China, Croatia,...
Amin Moameri’s journey into sitting volleyball is a testament to resilience, dedication and deep-rooted passion for the sport. As a former member of the volleyball national team and a certified FIVB Level 2 Volleyball Coach, Moameri’s transition from player to coach was guided by familial influence and pursuit of excellence....
The United States men’s and women’s teams will each gear up for a weekend of sitting volleyball friendlies at the Boston Convention Centre, where the men’s squad take on the Canadian team from February 23-25 and the women’s team face off against Germany from March 1-3. USA and Canada play...
In a bid to secure a spot at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, the Thailand women’s sitting volleyball has started preparing for the 2024 World ParaVolley Final Paralympics Qualifier in Dali, China. “We are currently in a preparation camp with our women’s team for the Final Paralympic Qualification Tournament...
The preparation of the Italian women’s sitting volleyball team continues to ramp up, as the reigning European champions are set to return to the Dream Volley Centre in Pisa for two more intensive sessions. The first gathering is scheduled from February 23-25, followed by the second session from March 1-3....
Paris 2024 unveiled the medals for the Paralympic and Olympic Games on 8 February. For the first time in the history of the Games, each medal is decorated with a highly symbolic and priceless piece of metal – the original iron from the Eiffel Tower. By placing a piece of...
As Japan embark on their campaign for Paralympic Games qualification, the team has reason to be optimistic about its future, as they have a core of veterans that could guide their new, young talents. Among them is Mizuho Fujimoto, a 19-year-old university student from Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City. Fujimoto cherishes...
The Egyptian men’s national sitting volleyball team won the gold medal at the African Zone Championship held in Lagos, Nigeria, becoming the first Egyptian Para team to stamp their ticket to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Egypt’s men’s team blanked Morocco 3-0 (25-13, 25-11, 25-16) in the final at Teslim...
