In sports, there are often people whose dedication and passion lay the foundation for its success. Behind World ParaVolley, an organisation dedicated to promoting sitting volleyball and beach paravolley worldwide, lies a tapestry of volunteers whose selflessness and tireless efforts have woven the sport into the fabric of communities across...
At World ParaVolley, the athletes are the undisputed stars, their journey from grassroots to glory are emblematic of pure dedication to the sport. Whether on the courts of sitting volleyball or the sun-kissed sands of beach paravolley, these individuals have risen to become household names, inspiring millions around the globe....
A visionary leader can make all the difference in a sport, where passion and perseverance often intersect. Enter Lori Okimura, who was newly promoted to take on the position of President of World ParaVolley (WPV) and whose track record in revolutionising the business of volleyball and beach volleyball in her...
April 24, 1981, marked the birth of a revolutionary movement in Bonn, Germany – a movement that would change the landscape of paravolley forever. On this historic day, the international federation, World ParaVolley, emerged and ignited a global passion for inclusivity and excellence in sports. Fast forward to April 24,...
Volleyball England announced the induction of five individuals, including Denis Le Breuilly and Gordon Neale OBE, into the esteemed Dr. Don Anthony MBE Hall of Fame. This prestigious recognition comes as a testament to their contributions and dedication the sport on the international stage. The induction ceremony took place during...
Following their narrow miss in securing a spot at the 2024 Paralympic Games, Iran’s women’s sitting volleyball team, under the guidance of coach Leyla Beryanian, is calling for increased support to guide them to success on the Asian and world stages. In a recent statement to Tehran Times, Leyla Beryanian...
ParaVolley South Africa proudly announced the formation of its sitting volleyball national teams, showcasing the national federation’s commitment to development. Notably, this announcement includes the introduction of the first-ever women’s national squad, marking a significant milestone in ParaVolley South Africa’s duty towards gender parity and broader participation and also highlighting...
As we get ready for Play True Day 2024 on April 19, the global anti-doping community is getting excited about a big online celebration. WADA is inviting everyone involved in sports to come together and support clean competition. This year’s theme is #OnePlayTrueTeam. It’s all about showing that we’re in...
Iran’s Paris 2024 Paralympic Games campaign gains momentum as their fourth stage of the men’s sitting volleyball national team’s preparation camp is set to take place from April 29 to May 6 in Tabriz. This stage of the preparation camp serves as a pivotal moment for their athletes ahead of...
With just over 100 days to go until the 2024 Paris Paralympics, excitement is building in Colorado Springs. Team USA’s sitting volleyball squad, which won gold at Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020, is gearing up for another shot at glory. This past weekend, athletes from all over the country came...
