World ParaVolley e-Learning platform to launch on June 15

World ParaVolley has been working hard over the past number of months to put together the initial phase of E-ParaVolley, an online LMS which will offer possibilities for individuals to learn more about World ParaVolley and to embark on technical education pathways. The program has been made possible in large...

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NPC Germany achieves on many fronts

As hosts of the Tokyo 2020 Men’s Final Qualifier, NPC Germany should be congratulated on their delivery of this all-important event for the athletes. The notable achievements included: • Some 780 COVID-19 tests were conducted with not one positive finding • During 5 days of competition there were 16,111 live...

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WADA seeks nominations for Standing Committees

Nominations – WADA Standing Committees Background World ParaVolley has been asked to consider nominations to various vacant positions on the World Anti-Doping Agency Standing Committees. Any nominations need to be approved by the World ParaVolley Board in the first instance and should be lodged with the General Manager by Member...

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Q&A with Germany’s Dominik Albrecht

Thirty-four-year-old Dominik Albrecht led Germany’s campaign to claim the remaining spot for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, showcasing his powerful spikes that merited an MVP award at the conclusion of Paralympic Games Men’s Qualification Tournament in Duisburg. Albrecht talked to World ParaVolley and shared his outlook on his second Parlaympic...

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Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Germany reach semifinals in Duisburg qualifier

Only one spot is left to complete the semifinal line-up for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games Qualification Tournament. Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Germany secured their spot on Thursday. The fourth and final semifinal place will be contested on Friday between Croatia and Canada. Kazakhstan vs. United States 3-1 (19-25, 25-19, 25-14,...

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Classification Corner: Sport Class Status explained

The World ParaVolley Medical Department created an infogram explaining the Sport Class Status as a result of surveys filled out by athletes and coaches after attending classification. The infogram is a helpful and interesting tool to improve the understanding about classification and remove some of the mystery and myths around...

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