For USA skipper Rod Green, this trip to Dali represents more than just another tournament, it embodies years of dedication, sacrifice, and the pursuit of success – it is the pinnacle of all their hard work. “We had a three-day travel to Dali. It was worth the travel. We have...
In 2019, Klara Vrabic found solace in sitting volleyball after cancer altered her path from able-bodied volleyball. Now 22, she balances sports and studies at the University of Ljubljana, fuelled by a passion for teaching. “I’ve been playing sitting volleyball since 2019. But before my illness, I also played volleyball,”...
The second day of the 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Women, presented by Delin Company, witnessed intense matchups that left the crowd on the edge of their seats at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre on Thursday. The clash between Thailand Japan set the tone for the day,...
The 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men and Women, presented by Delin Company, at the Dali International Olympic Sports Centre commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony that welcomed an enthusiastic crowd of 5,000, setting the tone for an exhilarating tournament. 5000 – Spectators during the Opening Ceremony 166...
The 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men, presented by Delin Company, commenced with three compelling clashes between teams in the same zone, namely Europe, Asia and Pan America, followed by the matchup between Japan and Croatia at the Dali International Olympic Centre on Wednesday. The first matchup pitted...
At first glance, Jesse Buckingham might seem like any other sports enthusiast eagerly awaiting his chance to compete on the international stage. However, behind his steely resolve lies a remarkable story that has seen him rise from the depths of a life-altering accident to becoming a world-class athlete. His journey...
The opening day of 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men and Women, presented by Delin Company, commenced with a burst of energy as the women’s teams clashed in thrilling encounters at the Dali International Olympic Centre on Wednesday. In a showdown reminiscent of David versus Goliath, Ukraine squared...
At the helm of Thailand women’s sitting volleyball team is Amin Moameri, serving as their guide in their journey filled with challenges and opportunities and steering them towards greatness. With a two-fold mission driving their participation, coach Moameri laid bare the aspiration that fuelled their fire. “The first aim for...
The 2024 WPV Sitting Volleyball Final Qualifiers for Men and Women, presented by Delin Company, in Dali, China, unfolded in a symphony of presentations that set it apart from any other event. With a backdrop of stunning lights and sounds, over 5,000 spectators gathered to witness a spectacle unlike any...
The International Volleyball Hall of Fame (IVHF) announced the nominations for induction into the prestigious hall of fame, including two remarkable personalities in paravolley. Barry Couzner OAM of Australia, the former president of World ParaVolley (WPV), and Hadi Rezaei, multi-medallist head coach from Iran, who stand as pillars of leadership...
