Boccia International Sports Federation confirms dates for major events in 2021
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has announced the dates of a series of major events planned to be held after this year’s Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.
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BISFed releases return-to-play protocol for staging boccia events amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has released guidelines for a return to play in boccia competitions, developing a COVID-19 preventative protocol for host Organising Committees, teams and officials.
BISFed reveals eight licensed ball manufacturers
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has announced eight equipment manufacturers it has licensed to produce boccia balls.
BISFed says boccia ball licensing will go ahead despite protest petition
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has said it is going ahead with plans to introduce a ball-licencing process for international competition despite a petition protesting against the decision that has so far been signed by more than 2,000 boccia players or followers.
BISFed to approve up to eight international manufacturers of boccia balls
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) is set to give licenses to up to eight international manufacturers of balls, in a bid to create equality and fairness with its equipment.
BISFed cancels Póvoa World Open to leave no events scheduled before Paralympics
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has cancelled the Póvoa World Open because of the coronavirus crisis.
Boccia England players thank mums as part of Mother's Day campaign
Boccia athletes in England have celebrated their mothers, speaking about how their support helped them to take up or continue the sport, as part of a Mother's Day tribute.
BISFed to decide on whether Póvoa World Open can be held later this month
Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has delayed making a decision on whether the Póvoa World Open can take place until later this month.
Rio de Janeiro to host 2022 World Boccia Championships
The Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro is set to host the 2022 World Boccia Championships, as announced by the Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) today.
Boccia Canada names unchanged national squad for 2021
Boccia Canada has announced a 14-athlete training squad for 2021, which is unchanged from last year and includes a number of Paralympians.
BISFed planning for full calendar of boccia events in final quarter of 2021
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) is planning to return to a full calendar of events by the final quarter of 2021.
Dalton new USA Boccia President after Thomson vacates role
Tim Dalton is the new President of USA Boccia after James Thomson stepped down.
Young earns Athlete of the Year accolade at Boccia England Awards
Rafael Young earned the Player's Performance Athlete of the Year accolade at the virtual Boccia England Awards.
Boccia England survey highlights benefit of sport and impact of pandemic on players
Boccia England has released results of its 2020 survey which the governing body says demonstrates the sport is making a difference to the lives of players, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
Boccia International Sports Federation cancels first three events of 2021
The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) has announced the cancellation of three sanctioned tournaments in 2021 as the coronavirus pandemic continues to leave its mark.
