IWBF firmly condemns Russia’s army invasion of Ukraine and stays deeply involved over the scenario.
The IWBF Govt Council has in the present day determined all Russian groups and officers is not going to be allowed to take part in any IWBF competitions (together with IWBF Europe’s membership competitors Euro League) till additional discover. The choice underlines core values inside wheelchair basketball – integrity, respect, and friendship.
IWBF and the wheelchair basketball household stand united in solidarity with everybody affected by what is occurring in Ukraine and be a part of the worldwide sporting neighborhood in calling for the restoration of peace.
Additional actions will probably be mentioned on the subsequent IWBF Govt Council assembly on 9 April 2022.
The Nationwide Organisation of Wheelchair Basketball of Ukraine has the supply of IWBF’s full assist wherever doable. Our highest concern stays with all our gamers and neighborhood affected by this horrible battle and our ideas and prayers exit to all.
*Belarus is just not a member of IWBF and subsequently doesn’t have any officers or groups taking part in IWBF competitions.
