News
“Experiencing Fistball in the Heart of Europe” – Emlyn Evans on his adventure in Germany
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Event News
IFA Fistball World Tour 2026: Registration for Clubs and Tournaments Now Open
The World Tour is back! After a one-year break, club teams from around the world can once again collect points for the IFA Fistball World Tour ranking. The International Fistball Association (IFA) has officially opened the registration process for the IFA Fistball...
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,...
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,...
IFA News
Gabriel Heck reaches Top 10 in IWGA Athlete of the Year 2025 voting
A major success for international fistball: Gabriel Heck has advanced into the Top 10 of the IWGA Athlete of the Year 2025 voting. The Brazilian national team captain and World Games champion is now among the ten shortlisted athletes and pairs from all World Games...
IFA Picture of the Year 2025: Public Voting has started
Spectacular rallies, dynamic attacking shots, fearless defensive dives, pinpoint passes and intense emotions – the fistball year 2025 once again delivered countless memorable moments. Thanks to the commitment and keen eye of numerous photographers, many of these...
IFA Board of Directors Meeting – 24 January 2026
The IFA Board of Directors held its 13th meeting today under the chairmanship of President Gastao Englert. The Board confirmed new representatives for Oceania and Africa, further strengthening global representation within the IFA. The board approved Emlyn Evans...
Reports
Jessica Sitz – From the Alps to the African Savanna
Fistball knows no borders – and Jessica Sitz, an active fistball player and international referee, is living proof of that. Born in Plauen, Germany, and now living in Switzerland for many years, where she has found her home, she has held a role for around five...
Eight top events seeking organizers: How major international fistball events are awarded
The International Fistball Association (IFA) has launched the bidding process for a total of eight major international fistball events to be held between 2028 and 2031 (More information: https://ifa.fistball.sport/bidding-ifa-events-28-31/). From men’s and women’s...
„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...
Member News
EFA announces fistball schedule for Europe
At its meeting on May 14, 2026, the EFA Presidium, with the participation of all EFA member associations and the IFA, decided on a definitive schedule for 2026 and, in a similar but still provisional manner, for 2027 and 2028. The Frauenfeld 2026-2028 schedule is...
Brazilian men and women win Pan American Championships
The Brazilian men’s and women’s national fistball teams have won the Pan American Championships. They claimed the title in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Joining them on the podium were Argentina and Chile in the women’s competition, and Argentina and the USA in the...
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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.
