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International Powerchair Hockey Day: A Limitless Celebration of Passion and Power

Celebrating the power and passion of International Powerchair Hockey Day! This year's theme, "Limitless," truly resonated as we showcased the boundless determination and skill within our community. Across just 7 reels, we garnered an impressive 31K views, demonstrating the widespread interest and engagement with powerchair hockey, a sport where possibili... More

Updated IPCH player eligibility rules now in effect

Following recent discussions at the IPCH Sport Congress and in response to several complex cases over the years, IPCH has published a revised and clarified version of its player eligibility rules. These updates aim to ensure consistency, fairness, and clarity regarding which players are eligible to represent national teams in IPCH-sanctioned events. W... More

Nations Confirmed for the IPCH World Championship 2026!

The International Powerchair Hockey community is excited to announce the confirmed nations and unveil the official logo for the 6th IPCH Powerchair Hockey World Championship, taking place from May 24th to June 1st, 2026, in Lahti, Finland. Returning to one of the sport’s most iconic locations, the 2026 Championship will be hosted at the renowned ... More

WADA launches Call for Contributions for Unintentional Doping Research Project 

Deadline to submit contributions: 23 June 2025 The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to launch a Call for Contributions for its Unintentional Doping Research Project.  WADA's Taskforce on Unintentional Doping invites everyone, including athletes, athlete support personnel (e.g., coaches, physicians, parents), anti-doping practitioners, ... More

Become an IPCH International Referee – C License Course Now Open!

June 24th – 30th, 2025 Part of the IPCH Summer League Tournament The IPCH International Referee License Course is now open for applications. Designed for experienced national referees, this course offers a unique opportunity to step onto the international stage and become a certified IPCH International C Referee. Course Overview This course ... More

Call for bids to host the IPCH Powerchair Hockey Qualification Tournament for the European Region 2027 or European Championship 2028

Powerchair Hockey is growing, and with it comes the opportunity to shape the future of the sport. The International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH) is looking for nations interested in hosting two major events: the Qualification Tournament 2027 and the European Championship 2028. This is your chance to contribute to the development of Powerchair ... More

New Leadership Appointed to IPCH Referee and Observer Committee (ROC)

The International Powerchair Hockey Federation (IPCH) has announced the new leadership of the Referee and Observer Committee (ROC). Under the guidance of Ilkka Siiki, who has been appointed as the Head of the Committee, the ROC aims to further strengthen the officiating standards and contribute to the growth of the sport. Joining Siiki are Kristof... More

IPCH Thanks Davor Matijasevic for his dedicated leadership to the IPCH Referee Committee 

The International PowerChair Hockey Committee (IPCH) extends its deepest gratitude to Davor Matijasevic for his exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication during his nearly ten years at the helm of the Referee Committee. Under his guidance, the IPCH reached new heights, with the sport advancing significantly, thanks to his dedication, ... More

Updated Masterlist Now Online

We are pleased to announce that the updated IPCH Masterlist is now available online.  As previously mentioned during the Sport Congress, we are working on an update to the IPCH Classification Manual, aligning it with IPC guidelines and international standards. The updated manual will be officially released in the spring and will first be ... More

Powerchair Hockey Stats Update

Top-10 All-Time Scorers Update • New entries: Jules van der Heijden (Netherlands) and Nasim Afrah (Germany) enter the top-10. • Kamal Tahtahi (Netherlands) moves down, and An Vanheusden (Belgium) drops out of the top-10. New Member of the 100-Goals Club • Jan Schaublin (Switzerland) surpasses 100 goals and joins the elite group. Top ... More