Jusufovic’s double-decade dedication to sitting volleyball

Ermin Jusufovic’s remarkable 20-year career in sitting volleyball is a shining example of relentless dedication and enthusiasm. Since first donning the jersey for Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2001, Jusufovic has devoted himself to the sport with plenty of determination, driven by a deep passion and overflowing support of his family...

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Team WPV: Meet the ITOs of Paris 2024 sitting volleyball

As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games draw closer, we conclude our series on the International Technical Officials (ITOs) who will play pivotal roles in the competition. In this third part, we highlight Louise Ashcroft and Dora Szatmari. Louise Ashcroft brings a wealth of experience to her role as the Medical...

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Canada’s 12 playing for podium at Paris 2024

Volleyball Canada and the Canadian Paralympic Committee announced on Monday, July 22, the nomination of 12 athletes that will represent Canada in women’s sitting volleyball at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The team features Angelena Dolezar, Danielle Ellis, Anne Fergusson, Julie Kozun, Allison Lang, Jennifer McCreesh, Sarah Melenka, Jennifer Oakes,...

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Special Hearing Panel Statement of July 2024

The World ParaVolley President, with the approval of the Board of Directors, convened a Special Hearing Panel in May 2024 to investigate multiple complaints received related to the behavior of an international technical official (ITO) at the 2024 WPV Dali, China Final Sitting Volleyball Qualifier for Paris 2024. Complaints received...

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Mover & Shaker | Joe Campbell (USA)

Joe Campbell has played volleyball for 12 years, coached for 16 years and has refereed for over 35 years. He was the first referee in the USA and Pan America zone to become involved with sitting volleyball (1989) and is one of only two referees in World ParaVolley to be...

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Brazil & USA: First medal dreams and gold glory at Paris 2024

Brazil & USA: First medal dreams and gold glory at Paris 2024 The Brazil men’s team is on a challenging mission to win their first Paralympic medal, while USA women’s team is aiming to match China’s incredible record of three consecutive gold medal victories. With their strong performances in recent...

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Vale: Tahir Al-Bahai (EGY)

Honouring a beloved sitting volleyball coach World ParaVolley is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Captain Tahir Al-Bahai, a cherished coach in the Egyptian sitting volleyball community. Coach Tahir’s dedication, passion, and expertise  in the sport left a lasting impact on all who knew him. His commitment to his...

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Team D Paralympics: German Squad Set for Paris 2024

NPC Germany has officially announced the athletes competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Among those ready to make their mark are members of the German men’s sitting volleyball team – a squad with rich history in the sport and high hopes for the upcoming Games. At the press conference...

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Cirelli defies odds at Paris 2024

Italy’s sitting volleyball star Sara Cirelli is poised to compete on the world’s biggest stage for the second time, ready to defy the odds at Paris 2024. A European champion and the standout player of her team, Cirelli has her eyes set on the Paralympic Games with fierce determination. In...

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Team WPV: Meet the ITOs of Paris 2024 sitting volleyball

As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games approach, we continue our series on the International Technical Officials (ITOs). This second part of our series highlights Sari Mannersuo, Mirza Bašić, Andre Ferreira Calado, Philippe Dauchel, Slaviša Kuzmanović, Mahdi Navidino, and Marie-Claude Richer. These dedicated officials bring their refereeing experience to Paris, ensuring...

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