The Peace & Sport International Forum 2010 held in Fairmont Monte Carlo, Principality of Monaco started today and will last until December 3rd. The Forum will focus on the training system of local operators, on how to increase high level exchanges between political decision-makers and encouraging interaction among delegates. Workshops, plenary sessions and networking will also be […]
The 16th Asian Games, part of the worldwide Olympic movement and governed by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), came to an end Friday November 26 with Guangzhou taking its place as a major world destination. The Guangzhou Asian Games was the largest in OCA history with 9,704 athletes from 45 Asian countries and […]
Mr. Sam Coffa, IWF Vice President, was re-elected President of the Australian Commonwealth Games Association for a record 4th term. He received a huge vote of confidence by claiming 34 votes to 5 in beating the President of the Australian Swimming Federation. – Congratulations!
As the 26th National Olympic Academy created, the Hungarian Olympic Academy (HOA) is considered as one of the most active organizations. Since its creation in 1985, the Hungarian Olympic Academy plays a substantial role in the promotion and recognition of the Olympic Ideal, and fosters the Olympic traditions of the Hungarian Sport with great […]
In the framework of the Olympic Solidarity Program, Argentina is organizing a course for weightlifters and coaches until November 29th. The well known and recognized lecturer Mr. Marcelino del Frade (CUB), member of the IWF Technical Committee, from the Pan-American continent was appointed by the IWF to hold the lectures. This is again a great […]