The IBSA Football Committee has launched the bidding for the 2024 and 2025 championships for blind and partially sighted football. Member organizations can apply for multiple tournaments, including men’s and women’s competitions, with set deadlines. Chairperson Elias Mastoras highlighted improvements and plans for increased participation post-pandemic.
The IBSA Football Sport Committee has officially opened the bidding process for the 2024 and 2025 IBSA Blind Football and Partially Sighted Football Championships. IBSA member organizations in good standing are invited to apply by accessing the application form via the provided link. The championships available for bidding include:
1. 2024 IBSA Men’s Blind Football World Grand Prix – This tournament must commence before May 28, 2024, and applications are due by October 31, 2023.
2. 2024 IBSA Women’s Blind Football World Grand Prix.
3. 2024 IBSA Partially Sighted Football Continental Championship.
4. 2025 IBSA Men’s Blind Football Continental Championship Division 2 – This will take place across four regions: Africa, America, Asia/Oceania, and Europe.
5. 2025 IBSA Partially Sighted Football World Championship.
6. 2025 IBSA Women’s Blind Football World Championship.
Elias Mastoras, the IBSA Football Chairperson, stated, “After a very productive first-ever forum, we are moving forward to a new era. KPIs helped us identify the gaps in the post-pandemic period, and we introduced a full plan in time. We .. scheduled 3 World Championships for women to meet the criteria for IPC in case of approval for LA28 of the women edition.” Interested parties should send bids to Chairperson Elias Mastoras via the provided emails.
All listed championships will award official points contributing to the IBSA Football Ranking. Further inquiries regarding the bidding process can be addressed via email to the provided contact.
The IBSA has initiated the bidding process for major football championships in 2024 and 2025 for blind and partially sighted athletes. By inviting applications from its member organizations, it aims to enhance participation and visibility in these sports, aligning with upcoming goals like the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.
Original Source: ibsasport.org
