AIMS ready for the IF Forum 2025
With just one month to go until the IF Forum 2025, the international sport community is preparing to gather in Lausanne for a week filled with dialogue, collaboration, and celebration. The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) looks forward to playing an active role in these important days. The programme will include the […]
SportAccord confirms Baku, Azerbaijan as host of 2026 Convention
SportAccord, the world’s leading sports business conference, today confirmed that the SportAccord Convention 2026 will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 24-28 May 2026, following the signing of the Host City Agreement. This landmark agreement was signed today by SportAccord President Prof. Dr. Uğur Erdener with Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Youth and Sport, and Baku City […]
Powerlifting shines at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu
The International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) once again demonstrated its strength and global appeal at The World Games 2025, held from August 7 to 17 in Chengdu, China. The competition brought together the world’s best powerlifters in both Classic and Equipped divisions, contested across four weight categories: Light, Middle, Heavy, and SuperHeavy. Fifty-three athletes (28 women […]
Brazil makes history with double gold in Fistball at The World Games 2025
Brazil made history in Chengdu by securing both the men’s and women’s gold medals in Fistball at The World Games 2025. This double victory marks a milestone achievement for the nation and a defining moment for the international fistball community. The women’s team delivered a remarkable performance, overturning a two-set deficit to defeat Switzerland 3:2 […]
Casting sport featured as a demonstration discipline at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu
The World Games 2025 concluded in Chengdu with an impressive display of sporting excellence, diversity, and international cooperation. Among the featured demonstration sports, Casting Sport drew notable attention through its engaging showcase, presented by the International Casting Sport Federation (ICSF). Although not included in the official competition programme this year, Casting Sport returned to The […]
Congratulations to the newly elected IFA Athletes’ Commission Members
AIMS warmly congratulates the six newly elected members of the International Fistball Association (IFA) Athletes’ Commission. Representing diverse regions, they bring valuable experience, passion, and commitment to advancing athlete representation. Re-elected Chairs Antonia Woitsch (Austria) and Eric Kindler (USA) will continue their leadership, joined by Tanja Bognar (Switzerland), Cecilia Jaques (Brazil), Josh Cameron (New Zealand), […]
Ju-Jitsu at The World Games 2025: tradition meets modern competition
The Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF), a proud member of The World Games family since 1994, once again showcased the beauty, philosophy, and competitive spirit of Ju-Jitsu on the global stage. Blending over 500 years of tradition with the highest standards of modern sport, Ju-Jitsu in Chengdu delivered an unforgettable display of skill, respect, and inclusivity. […]
Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games kick off with dazling Opening Ceremony
The Rhine-Ruhr 2025 FISU World University Games officially opened on 16 July with a vibrant, sold-out ceremony at Duisburg’s Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena. More than 20,000 spectators joined an unforgettable night of music, celebration, and inspiration, setting the tone for 12 action-packed days of sport, culture, and student unity. The ceremony blended high-energy festival vibes, regional identity, and […]
Future champions take aim at ICSF Junior World Championships
From 9 to 13 July 2025, the city of Vicenza, Italy, played host to the world’s most promising young athletes in the field of casting sport, as the International Casting Sport Federation (ICSF) held its Junior World Championships. With 13 nations represented, the event brought together talented boys and girls from across the globe to […]
AIMS & UTS President Fox Joins IOC-UNODC Webinar on Sport’s Role in Preventing Youth Crime
As part of the SC:ORE initiative (Sport against Crime: Outreach, Resilience, Empowerment of At-Risk Youth), the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) hosted an crucial session exploring how sport can meaningfully contribute to multi-sectoral partnerships for violence and crime prevention. In this session, hundreds of global leaders […]