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New IFA Athletes’ Commission begins work
With a kick-off meeting, the newly elected Athletes’ Commission of the International Fistball Association (IFA) has officially begun its work. The six members – three women and three men – were elected by the participating athletes at the World Games 2025. Their...
Brazil Dominates 2025 U18 South American Fistball Championship & Cup
The future of South-american fistball was on full display from November 21 to 23, as the city of Curitiba hosted the 2025 U18 South American Fistball Championship and the accompanying U18 South American Fistball Cup. Organized by the Pan American Fistball...
INTERACT+ Partners Gather for Final Project Meeting
The INTERACT+ consortium came together on 18 November for the final partners meeting, marking an important milestone as the project approaches its conclusion. Representatives from all partner organizations convened to reflect on progress, share final updates, and...
Fistball events 2028-2031: IFA opens bidding process for international events
The International Fistball Association has officially launched the application process for upcoming international fistball events. Interested parties can now submit their expressions of interest. Offering the world’s best men’s and women’s teams a grand stage,...
Women’s Leadership Programme 2025 – Key Learnings from Ines Weber
Following the inspiring start of the International World Games Association’s Women’s Leadership Programme (WLP), IFA representative Ines Weber finished her journey and shares her first valuable takeaways from the workshops. “It’s impressive how many immediately...
„Building the foundations for the future“ – Renè Kempf on his new role as President of Fistball New Zealand
A new chapter begins for Fistball in New Zealand: Renè Kempf has been elected as the new President of the national federation. The long-time coach of the New Zealand Men’s National Team is a familiar and respected figure within the Fistball community. Under Kempf’s...
New Chairs in IFA Commissions: Lina Hasenjäger and Marcel Meier Take on Leadership Roles
Lina Hasenjäger (Germany) and Marcel Meier (Switzerland) have been appointed as new Commission Chairs within the International Fistball Association (IFA). They succeed Gastão Englert, who previously led both the Sports and Referee Commissions before taking office...
IFA Fistball World Tour returns in 2026 with a refined concept
The IFA Fistball World Tour will return in 2026 with a new and improved concept. Tournament categories have been adjusted and the regulations made more precise. Registration for tournament organizers and participating teams will open soon. After a one-year break,...
IOC President Coventry calls for collaboration at the IF Forum
IOC President Kirsty Coventry opened the IF Forum with a keynote address in which she called on all International Federations (IFs) to work together, in partnership with the IOC, for the betterment of the Olympic family. Addressing delegates at the IF Forum for the...
IWGA Women’s Leadership Program: IFA strengthens female voices in international sport
The International Fistball Association (IFA) is proud to participate in the Women’s Leadership Programme (WLP) of the International World Games Association (IWGA) in 2025. Following the successful launch in 2024, this year’s edition continues to provide a valuable...
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.
