News
Strategic Cooperation: EFA and IFA Join Forces to Promote Fistball in Europe and Worldwide
The European Fistball Association (EFA) and the International Fistball Association (IFA) are deepening their partnership and entering into a forward-looking strategic cooperation. By signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two governing bodies are...
A Voice for Youth: Lia Monteiro & Reuben McKeown Join the IFA Youth Commission
Lia Monteiro from Brazil and Reuben McKeown from New Zealand have been confirmed as the new Athlete Representatives on the IFA Youth Commission. The two young representatives were officially introduced during the IFA Youth Festival in Reiden. Over the next two...
Registration Open for the IFA 2027 Men’s World Championship in Novo Hamburgo
The next step on the road to the IFA 2027 Fistball Men’s World Championship has been taken: IFA Member Federations can now register their national teams for the World Championship in Novo Hamburgo. The tournament will take place in Brazil from 12 to 17 October...
WE ARE FISTBALL
THE INTERNATIONAL FISTBALL ASSOCIATION
The IFA supports and promotes fistball worldwide. Our board, commissions, and team work together to develop the sport, assist national associations, and provide guidance for athletes and teams.
We represent the interests of the international fistball community and act as a reliable point of contact for all matters related to the sport.
Our Sport
Athletes
Players train skills, tactics, and fitness to compete in national and international Fistball competitions as individuals and teams.
Competition
Fistball features structured leagues, tournaments, and championships, all governed by official rules and sports organizations.
Development
Efforts focus on youth programs, global expansion, and innovation to grow Fistball and ensure its long-term sustainability and relevance.
Events
PAFA 2026 Pan American Championships
4 – 8 November 2026
Santiago (CHI)
IFA 2027 MEN'S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
12 – 17 November 2027
Novo Hamburgo (Brazil)
IFA 2027 Men's & Women's Fistball Masters World Cup
21 – 24 October 2027
Novo Hamburgo (BRA)
Partners
WE ARE FISTBALL
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
In every country where fistball is actively practiced, there is a national association with passionate people who are responsible for this sport.
It bundles and represents the interests and is the first point of contact for the athletes and teams in the respective country.
