ParaVolley Africa President Ehab Hassanein, representing the Arab Sports Federation for Persons with Disabilities, seized the opportunity to illuminate the organisation’s initiatives to Andrew Parsons, President of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). This momentous occasion took place on the sidelines of the 8th International Para Athletics Meeting in Marrakech, Morocco,...
Porec, Croatia gears up to host the third edition of the PVE Champions Cup – Men from April 26-28, welcoming six top-tier teams from five European countries vying for title. Following successful tournament in Nola, Italy, and Dresden, Germany, Porec steps into the spotlight and promises to provide top-notch sitting...
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...
