Table Tennis Sport Director sought (voluntary)

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Virtus is seeking a applications to join us as Sport Director for Table Tennis for the period through to Global Games 2027. The roles offer a fantastic opportunity for coaches and sports practitioners with a good understanding of elite sport for athletes with an intellectual impairment to grow sport globally and make a direct contribution to the running and development of the Virtus sport programme.

Virtus Sport Directors lead the Sports Committees to manage our sport and competition programme. In particular they are responsible for development and growth across all regions, all aspects of competition management, rules, classification management (where applicable) and for fostering positive and mutually beneficial partnerships with International Federations.

Application process and deadline

Applications should be made using the online form giving details of your background and experience for the post.

Your application will be shared with the relevant Virtus national member organisation and an interview may be held before a final decision is made.

Applications should be sent no later than 15th December 2025.

Information about the roles

Reports to: Sport & Competition Manager

Start date: Immediate

End date: Late 2027. Appointments are reviewed on a 4-year cycle, after each Global Games

Working collaboratively, Sport Directors and Committee Members will manage the programme taking lead responsibility for agreed areas.

Key Areas of Responsibility

General

  • To lead the Sport Committee to coordinate and manage the relevant Virtus sport  programme
  • To Chair all meetings of the Sport Committee
  • To take responsibility for agreed tasks as designated by the Sport Committee
  • To attend events, acting as Technical Delegate where designated by the Committee
  • To liaise with the Virtus Competition Manager to deliver the sport plan and priorities

Key Skills and Qualifications (Competency)

  • Has an excellent understanding of, and empathy for, intellectual disability sport and the para sport world
  • Has excellent understanding of the rules of the sport and able to apply them fairly and consistently
  • Has good leadership skills and is able to work effectively within a team
  • Has excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills

Major Interactions

  • Virtus Executive Director and management team
  • Virtus Regions and National Member Organisations
  • Any other stakeholders including potential sponsors and dignitaries

General Requirements

  • All Virtus officials must make all decisions with absolute impartiality in the best interest of athletes, sport and the organisation
  • All Virtus officials must declare any potential conflict of interest and not act in association with any national or vested interest
  • All Virtus officials must not abuse their positions or capacity in obtaining advantages or benefits
  • There must be no association with any agencies or persons that are inconsistent with the 
principles of the Virtus  movement and its ideals
  • All Virtus officials shall promote the Virtus Code of Ethics by role modelling, peer monitoring and active peer support
  • All relationships and activities with partners, supporters and sponsors must be done in the spirit of promoting Virtus

Egytian Athletes Shine At The 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships

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The Egyptian national team delivered a stellar performance at the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships, reaffirming Egypt’s growing prominence in global sports for athletes with an intellectual impairment. Competing against players from ten nations across different continents, Egypt’s athletes showcased remarkable determination, skill, and sportsmanship—culminating in a total of four bronze medals for the host nation.

Among the standout performances was that of Rahma Khaled, one of Egypt’s most accomplished athletes with intellectual impairment, who claimed two bronze medals — one in the women’s singles (II2 category) and another in the women’s doubles alongside her teammate Mariam Abdelfattah.

Rahma Khaled is celebrating her win at Cairo 2025. Photo Credit: ESFID

Khaled, a well-known public figure and a Virtus ambassador, expressed her immense pride in representing Egypt on home soil.

“I’m extremely proud of these results, especially since the matches were very tough and the level of competition was incredibly high. Playing in my country gave me extra motivation to do my best for Egypt. Every one of us fought hard to raise our national flag.”

Khaled also thanked the technical and administrative staff for their continuous support, adding that their guidance created the ideal environment for success.

“We’re still at the beginning of our journey but the future looks bright. We’ll keep working hard to bring home the gold and make Egypt proud.”

In addition to Khaled’s achievements, Marawan Emad and Nour Eslam secured bronze in the men’s doubles (II3 category) after a spirited campaign, while Abdallah Ahmed of Egypt teamed up with Evan from Bulgaria to capture another bronze in the mixed doubles (II3 category).

These outstanding results reflect the commitment and unity of Egypt’s delegation, which was led by Technical Director Dr Hazem El-Shalkaqany, coaches Ahmed Abdel Aziz, Hassan Ali, and Dr Eman Gamal, Administrative Director Ahmed Ali, and the Head of Delegation, Dr Fatma Fawzy.

Egyptian Table Tennis team at Cairo 2025. Photo Credit: ESFID 2025

The championship was organised under the leadership of Engineer Amal Mobadda, President of the Egyptian Federation for People with Intellectual Impairment, Vice President of the Egyptian Paralympic Committee, and Virtus Governing Board member. Mobadda expressed pride in Egypt’s organisation of this global event, emphasising that it reflects the Egyptian state’s continued commitment to empowering athletes with disabilities and its growing stature as a regional and international sports hub.

“Egypt has proven its ability to host world-class events with excellence and integrity. Our athletes have shown great progress despite the federation’s young age, and we are proud of every success they achieve,” Mobadda said.

Mobadda also paid tribute to the families of the athletes, describing them as “the true partners in the making of champions,” and expressed her gratitude to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Minister of Youth and Sports Dr. Ashraf Sobhy for their unwavering support of Egypt’s Paralympic and intellectual impairment programs.

The successful hosting of the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships once again demonstrated Egypt’s world-class organisational capacity and hospitality, earning praise from visiting delegations and international officials alike.

Robyn Smith, member of the International Paralympic Committee and Virtus Governing Board, commended Egypt’s exceptional efforts, saying that the country’s leadership and enthusiasm “embody the spirit of unity and inclusion that defines global sport.”

With Cairo also preparing to host the Virtus Global Games in 2027, this championship has further cemented Egypt’s reputation as a trusted and capable host of major international sporting events — and as a beacon of opportunity and inspiration for athletes across the continent.

Table Tennis Committee members sought (voluntary) – multiple positions

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Virtus is seeking applications to join its Table Tennis Committee for the period through to Global Games 2027. The roles offer a fantastic opportunity for coaches and sports practitioners with a good understanding of elite sport for athletes with an impairment to grow sport at a national and regional level and make a direct contribution to the running and development of the Virtus sport programme internationally.

Virtus Sports Committees lead and manage our sport and competition programme. In particular they are responsible for development and growth across all regions, all aspects of competition management, rules, classification management (where applicable) and for fostering positive and mutually beneficial partnerships with International Federations.

Application process and deadline

Applications should be made using the online form giving details of your background and experience for the post.

Your application will be shared with the relevant Virtus national member organisation and an interview may be held before a final decision is made.

Applications should be sent no later than 8th June 2024.

Information about the roles

Reports to: Sport Director

Start date: Immediate

End date: Late 2027. Appointments are reviewed on a 4-year cycle, after each Global Games

Working collaboratively, Committee Members will manage the programme taking lead responsibility for agreed areas.

Key Areas of Responsibility

General

  • To work collaboratively within the Sport Committee whose responsibility is to coordinate and manage the relevant Virtus sport  programme
  • To attend and actively participate in all meetings of the Committee
  • To take responsibility for agreed tasks as designated by the Committee
  • To attend events, acting as Technical Delegate where designated by the Committee
  • To liaise with the local Virtus Region to deliver the sport plan and priorities

Key Skills and Qualifications (Competency)

  • Has an excellent understanding of, and empathy for, sport for athletes with an intellectual impairment sport and the para sport world
  • Has excellent understanding of the rules of the sport and able to apply them fairly and consistently
  • Has good leadership skills and is able to work effectively within a team
  • Has excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills

Major Interactions

  • Chair of the Virtus sport committee
  • Virtus Executive Director and management team
  • Virtus Regions and National Member Organisations
  • Any other stakeholders including potential sponsors and dignitaries

General Requirements

  • All Virtus officials must make all decisions with absolute impartiality in the best interest of athletes, sport and the organisation
  • All Virtus officials must declare any potential conflict of interest and not act in association with any national or vested interest
  • All Virtus officials must not abuse their positions or capacity in obtaining advantages or benefits
  • There must be no association with any agencies or persons that are inconsistent with the 
principles of the Virtus  movement and its ideals
  • All Virtus officials shall promote the Virtus Code of Ethics by role modelling, peer monitoring and active peer support
  • All relationships and activities with partners, supporters and sponsors must be done in the spirit of promoting Virtus

Chinese Taipei and Neutral Team Crowned as Champions In Men’s and Women’s II1 Category at Cairo 2025

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The Doubles finals for both Men and Women made it’s way to the Cairo International Stadium yesterday.

The crowd watched with excitement as Chen Po-Yen, the IITF rank no. 1 and Paris 2024 silver medalist, joined Fei Hsieh to represent Chinese Taipei in the gold medal match against Laptev Konstantin and Kudriavtsev Alexey from the Neutral team.

The match began with great intensity. The Neutrals took control early, winning the first game 5–11. But for the Taipei pair, it wasn’t a setback — it was a lesson.

“We realised that they have a strong backhand so we tried to make them play in the forehand.”

Using what they learned, Chen and Fei came back stronger. Their teamwork and focus turned the tide, and after a tense battle, they won the second game 14–12.

The Neutrals kept up the fight, but the Taipei players showed steady control and confidence. They went on to win the next two games 12–10 and 11–6, taking the final score to 1–3 and earning their first-ever doubles championship title.

“We never played against this team so it took us some time to understand how they play… We are very happy with our performance. It’s our first doubles medal and it’s also Fei Hsieh’s first international medal, so this is a very big moment for us,” said Po-Yen, the Global Games 2023 champion, smiling with pride.

Maria Galkina and Elena Prokofeva in action at Cairo 2025. Photo Credit: Cairo 2025

The women’s doubles final brought another thrilling contest. Maria Galkina and Elena Prokofeva from the Neutral team faced Li Jing-Shiuan and Li Lydia Yi-Ya from Chinese Taipei in a match full of energy and determination.

From the start, experience made the difference. Elena Prokofeva, the Tokyo 2020 champion and Paris 2024 silver medalist, guided her team to win the first game 11–9. The Taipei pair fought hard in the next round, pushing the game to a close finish, but narrowly lost 15–17.

With confidence building, the Neutral team stayed strong and secured the final game 11–5, winning the championship title.

“I am very proud of the girls. Although they lost the gold, they are happy to win the silver medal too. This was their first time playing against this team, and they were a bit nervous,” said coach Meng-Hsuan Chiang.

“They are very experienced players and their skills are very good. We will try to find players with similar styles in Chinese Taipei to practice with them and come better prepared to win the gold next time,” he added.

With every match, the athletes continue to show courage, growth, and teamwork — proving that true champions rise not just by winning, but by giving their best in every moment.

Full results can be accessed from the competition website.

Fifty Four Year Old, Elena Prokofera Continues Legedary Game, Wins Gold At Cairo 2025

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The most iconic showdown of the day electrified the stadium as the Women’s II1 Singles match took center stage — a duel that felt less like a competition and more like a story of grit, rivalry, and respect.

At one end stood Elena Prokofeva (NVA) — Tokyo 2020 Gold Medalist and Paris 2024 Silver Medalist, a seasoned veteran whose composure has long been her greatest weapon. Facing her was the fiery Ebru Acer (TUR) — Paris 2024 Bronze Medalist and Global Games 2023 Champion, a player celebrated for her aggressive game and relentless energy.

The first set began with Prokofeva asserting her authority, delivering precise shots and controlling the rhythm of play to take it 11–5. Her experience and tactical mastery were on full display. But Acer was far from done — the Turkish powerhouse stormed back with fierce determination, unleashing a flurry of smashes and quick transitions to snatch the next two sets 7–11, 7–11, shifting the momentum dramatically in her favor.

“I am extremely happy to win this medal. I feel very comfortable.”

Acer Ebru is celebrating after winning a point in the final set. Photo Credit: ESFID

The tension in the arena grew with every point. Both players knew each other’s styles inside out, having met several times before.

“I played with her in Italy and I lost the match. But each time we play, it’s like a new game — different tactics and strategies.”

Drawing on that familiarity, Elena adapted swiftly. She read Acer’s angles, anticipated her drives, and began to play with an almost meditative calm. With patient precision, she reclaimed control in the fourth set, 11–5, setting the stage for an all-or-nothing decider.

What followed was a masterclass in resilience and heart. The fifth set became a tug of war — Acer hammering blistering smashes across the table, Prokofeva responding with smooth returns and focus. Every rally drew gasps from the crowd, each point a battle within the war.

Finally, with a graceful yet decisive stroke, Elena sealed the set 11–9, completing a magnificent comeback and claiming the match 3–2.

At 54 years old, Prokofeva continues to inspire, proving that passion and consistency can transcend time. Her longevity in the sport, she says, comes from dedication and discipline.

When asked about her enduring motivation, she offered a message that resonated far beyond the game:

“You have to love your profession and your work — to set a purpose, and pursue that purpose.”

It was more than just a match. It was a testament to experience meeting ambition — and to the unbreakable spirit that defines true champions.

French Dominance Shines on Day 2: Doubles Champions Crowned in Cairo

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The tension was electric and the rallies relentless as Day 2 of the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships in Cairo delivered a spectacle of grit, glory, and pure sporting excellence. The doubles finals saw the French contingent rise to the occasion, sweeping the courts with skill, unity, and unbreakable spirit.

It was a clash of champions as two powerhouse French duos faced off in a thrilling finale. Lucile Poquet and Céline Delalande went head-to-head with Carole Hennion and Camille Frison in a match that kept the crowd on edge until the very last point.

Lucile and Céline struck early, taking the first two sets 11–13 and 6–11 with remarkable control and intensity. But Hennion and Frison refused to surrender, clawing back the third set 12–10 to ignite hope of a comeback. The final set turned into a battle of nerves and endurance, but Lucile and Céline held firm, powering through to close the match 9–11, securing gold in a dramatic 3–1 victory.

The camaraderie and sportsmanship displayed by all four players reflected the true spirit of the Virtus Championships — competitive yet deeply respectful.

Men’s II2 Doubles finals match. Photo Credit: ESFID

The French pair Aymeric Gouyaud and Bachevillier were unstoppable as they faced their compatriots Alexandre Sibout and Cédric Courrillaud in an all-French final that showcased precision, power, and tactical brilliance.

From the first serve, Gouyaud and Bachevillier dominated the rhythm, keeping their opponents under pressure with lightning-fast returns and impeccable coordination. Their chemistry was unmatched, sealing a commanding 3–0 win (6–11, 5–11, 4–11) to claim the Men’s II2 Doubles Championship title. It was a masterclass in teamwork — and a clear message that French table tennis is thriving at its finest.

“We are very happy to win the finals. It was an easy game for us”

Pierre and Théo (FRA) in action at II3 Men’s Doubles. Photo Credit: ESFID

If ever there was a match to define courage and perseverance, it was the Men’s II3 Doubles Final. The French duo Pierre Delhom and Théo Clastres took on Thomas Sallier (FRA) and Enes Burç (TUR) in a heart-stopping contest that had the audience holding their breath.

Pierre and Théo stormed ahead with two convincing sets 11–2 and 11–9, their confidence soaring. But Sallier and Burç mounted a fierce comeback, snatching the next two sets 11–13 and 9–11, forcing a deciding fifth. The atmosphere inside the Cairo International Stadium was electric as both teams pushed their limits.

In the end, Delhom and Clastres summoned every ounce of resilience, executing flawless plays to capture the final set 11–7 — and with it, the championship title in a spectacular 3–2 triumph. The crowd erupted as the French pair raised their paddles high, celebrating not just a victory, but a moment of sheer sporting brilliance.

France stood tall on Day 2, marking their dominance and passion for the sport in an exhilarating showcase of doubles excellence in Cairo!

Top Athletes Advance To Semi-Finals as Cairo Witnesses an Electric Start to the 2025 Virtus Table Tennis Championships

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The Table Tennis Centre at the Cairo Stadium roared with excitement and fierce determination on the opening day of the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships. The atmosphere was electric — paddles clashing, cheers echoing, and every rally pushing athletes one step closer to glory.

Singles Matches

In the Men’s II1 category, after intense round-robin battles, Chen Po-Yen (CTP), Leung Chung Yan (HKG), Laptev Konstantin (NVA), and Wan Wai Lok (HKG) emerged as the semi-finalists. Tomorrow, Chen Po-Yen will face Leung Chung Yan in what promises to be a thrilling showdown, while Laptev Konstantin will take on Wan Wai Lok for a coveted place in the finals.

In the Women’s II1 division, Acer Ebru (TUR) will meet Galkina Maria (NVA), and Prokofeva Elena (NVA) will battle Wong Ting Ting (HKG) — all aiming to edge closer to the championship crown.

The II2 category remains wide open, with both men’s and women’s round-robin matches continuing tomorrow. Players with the highest points in their groups will advance to the semi-finals. Among the men, Delhom Pierre (FRA) will clash with Clastres Theo (FRA), while Burc Enes (TUR) will take on Sallier Thomas (FRA) in a fight for the final berth.

Doubles Matches

In Women’s Doubles II1, the crowd witnessed two breathtaking semi-finals.

  • Neutral Virtus Athletes — Elena Prokofeva and Galkina Maria — triumphed over Hong Kong’s Wong Ting Ting and Wong Pui Kei in a nail-biting 3–2 victory (11-9, 6-11, 11-9, 8-11, 3-11).

  • Chinese Taipei’s Li Jing-Shiuan and Li Lydia Yi-Ya outlasted Neutral Virtus Athletes Kosacheva Anzhelika and Minaeva Viktoriia 3–2 (11-8, 5-11, 11-13, 11-2, 11-4).

The Women’s Doubles Final is now set — Chinese Taipei vs. Neutral Virtus Athletes, a clash destined to thrill.

In the Men’s II1 Doubles, Wan Wai Lok and Yuen King Shing (HKG) will take on Chinese Taipei’s Chen Po-Yen and Ahamada Abdouraza, while two Neutral Virtus teams — Gayfullin Kemal with Yuen King Shing, and Laptev Konstantin with Kudriavtsev Alexev — battle for a spot in the finals.

In the Men’s II2 Doubles, the French duo Sibout Alexandre and Cedric Courrillaud claimed victory over Italy’s Ghilandi Marco, marking a strong start for France. In another match, Gouyard Aymeric and Asaro Francesco (FRA) defeated Soldado Gonçalves Joao and Jeanpierre Octave (FRA) to secure their place in the semi-finals.

Meanwhile, in the Women’s Doubles, teams from France (Hennion Carole & Frison Camille; Poquet Lucile & Delalande Celine), Egypt (Hany Mariam & Hussein Rahma), and Italy (Abate Anna & Ingrao Jessica) all powered their way into the semi-finals.

As the first day came to a close, the spirit of competition burned bright in Cairo — a powerful reminder that this championship is not just about medals, but about heart, determination, and the unifying power of sport. The battle continues tomorrow, and the best is yet to come.

Full results can be accessed from the competition website.

Cairo Welcomes The World To Their Inaugural Virtus Competition, 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships

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The Cairo International Stadium came alive with energy, joy, and excitement as it hosted the grand opening ceremony of the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championships — a historic moment marking Egypt’s first time hosting a Virtus World Championship. The event set a new benchmark of excellence and pride for the nation and the Virtus community.

The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Dr Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports; Eng. Amal Mobadda, President of the Egyptian Sports Federation for Intellectual Disabilities (ESFID); Robyn Smith, Virtus Governing Board representative and IPC’s Governing Board member; Major General Ismail El-Far; Dr Amr El-Haddad; Dr Hossam El-Din Mostafa, President of the Egyptian Paralympic Committee; and representatives from the National Bank of Egypt and the Human Rights Sector, along with numerous board members of both ESFID and the Egyptian Paralympic Committee.

Virtus Governing Board representative Robyn Smith (first from left in the first row) and ESFID President, Amal Mobadda (second from left in first row), are attending the opening ceremony of Cairo 2025 along with representatives of the Egyptian Paralympic Committee, ESFID Board members. Photo Credit: ESFID

The event began with a warm welcome to delegates and athletes, followed by the Egyptian national anthem. Mesmerising cultural dance by the Cairo Ballet Institute and Dream band of differently abled added colour, spirit, and authentic Egyptian flair to the evening.

In her inspiring address, Eng. Amal Mobadda said, “This event is more than just a sport competition — it’s a message of hope, a celebration of life, and a bridge of connection between nations.”

She highlighted the pride of hosting the championship soon after the opening of the Egyptian Museum, saying, “In these few days, sporting achievement met with civilizational pride. Here, Egypt’s rich history and bold future will come together.”

She also expressed deep gratitude to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, calling him “the strongest supporter of Egyptian sport and the leader whose vision turned ‘differently abled’ into a national symbol of pride and inspiration.”

“I offer my deepest respect and gratitude to His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt – the strongest supporter of Egyptian sport and the leader whose vision turned “differently abled” into a national symbol of pride and inspiration. He announced the amazing news of Egypt winning the bid to host the 2027 Virtus Global Games and honoured us by promising to attend the opening eremony.”

Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, emphasized that the championship carries “a humanitarian and civilized message affirming Egypt’s leadership in empowering people of determination.” He commended the collaboration between the Ministry, the Egyptian Paralympic Committee, and ESFID, underscoring their shared mission to strengthen Egypt’s sports system and fulfill the dreams of its champions.

Athletes standing up for the Virtus and Egyptian Anthem at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Virtus World Table Tennis Championship, Cairo.

Representing Virtus, Robyn Smith praised Egypt’s achievement, stating,

“This championship marks a historic moment for Egypt as they host the first Virtus World Championship… In just two years, Egypt will again make history by hosting the 7th Virtus Global Games.”

She encouraged the athletes, adding, “You are the true champions and the heart of this competition. Believe in yourselves, play with pride, and enjoy every moment of this unforgettable journey.”

Athletes from ten nations — Bulgaria, Egypt, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Macau, Portugal, Neutral, Chinese Taipei, and Turkey — will compete over the next four days for the top honors in Cairo, showcasing skill, sportsmanship, and the unifying spirit of the Virtus movement.

More information about the championship can be found on the championship website. 

Virtus International Basketball Federation is seeking hosts for a number of 2028-2030 championships

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The Virtus International Basketball Federation (VIBF) has today opened the bid process for a number of events, including major World Cup and World Championships.  Bidding is open to all National Member Organisations of Virtus and the process is usually a competitive one, as hosting an event can have considerable benefits for the host nation and athletes who have the rare opportunity to compete on home-soil.

Jan Stirling (VIBF President) said “VIBF is blessed with so many organisations who are willing to host our event programme, which grows with each 4-year cycle.  The period to the 2031 Global Games will be no different as we see ii2 (athletes with severe intellectual disability and/or multiple impairment) and ii3 (athletes with autism) competition included across our sport programme – a major expansion which ensures fairer and more competitive events”.

The VIBF event program through until 2031 is set out below:

 

2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
3×3 World Cup event for men and women In conjunction with a Virtus Regional Games 3×3 and 5×5 event for men and women at the Global Games 3×3 World Cup event for men and women 3×3 and 5×5 World Championship for men and women 3×3 World Cup event for men and women In conjunction with a Virtus Regional Games 3×3 and 5×5 event for men and women at the Global Games
Venue tbc Cairo, Egypt Open for bids Open for bids Open for bids Venue tbc
    Bid deadline 31/01/2026 Bid deadline 30/06/2026 Bid deadline 31/03/2026  

*Note:  For the avoidance of doubt, all events held later than June 2025 should include, where viable, competition for II1, II2 and II3 athletes and this should be reflected in the bid document.

Further information about the events open to bid can be found on the Virtus website.

VIBF Commission Representatives – (voluntary – multiple positions)

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The Virtus International Basketball Federation (VIBF) is the new global governing body for basketball for players with an intellectual impairment. With a mission to drive the development of elite basketball worldwide for players with an intellectual impairment, the VIBF organises multiple international world championships and world cup events, sets standards for Basketball players and advocates for the sport’s re-inclusion in the Paralympic Games. Virtus, the owner of the VIBF, has a base of over 90 national member organisations from every continent.

The inaugural Commission Representatives will be appointed in late 2025 and will work with other Commission members and the VIBF Executive Committee on developments that will grow basketball world-wide for high performance players with intellectual impairments and ensure key targets related to 3×3 basketball and women’s basketball are met. Further, the VIBF Commission Representatives will be the voice for this exciting new organisation and movement within Virtus Zones.

VIBF is looking to establish a range of Commissions to support its program of activities:

  • Athlete’s Commission – 1x representative from each of the VIBF/Virtus Zones (ie, Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania – total of 5)
  • Coach’s Commission – 1x representative from each of the VIBF/Virtus Zones (ie, Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania – total of 5)
  • Women’s Commission – 1x representative from each of the VIBF/Virtus Zones (ie, Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania – total of 5)

In early 2026, VIBF will be seeking Expressions of Interest for a further two (2) Commissions – ie, Technical Officials Commission and Development Commission.

Nominees should submit their interest using the online form here responding to the Role Description, attach a Resume and seek endorsement from their respective Virtus National Member Organisation as part of their Expression of Interest.

Expressions of Interest close on 30 November, 2025.