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# International Powerchair Hockey | Official Website

IPCH is the international committee that represents powerchair hockey worldwide. Learn about rules, tournaments, member nations, and the global community of powerchair hockey.

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [NEWS](https://powerchairhockey.org/news/) - Read the latest news and updates from the International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) and the global powerchair hockey community.
- [Registration Now Open for the 17th IPCH Sports Congress](https://powerchairhockey.org/registration-now-open-for-the-17th-ipch-sports-congress/) - Registration is now open for the 17th IPCH Sport Congress, taking place virtually on: Saturday, November 28, 202613:30–19:00 CET The Sport Congress brings together the international Powerchair Hockey community to discuss key matters affecting the sport and help shape the future direction of IPCH. This year’s Congress will include discussion and voting on motions, as
- [IPCH Endorses 4th Dracs International Tournament in Spain](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-endorses-4th-dracs-international-tournament-in-spain/) - The International Powerchair Hockey Federation (IPCH) has endorsed the 4th Dracs International Tournament, organised by Dracs CEA and scheduled for 29–30 August 2026 at Can Bassa Sports Hall in Granollers, Barcelona. The tournament will feature eight teams from Spain, Italy, Czech Republic, Belgium and Germany. It is organised with the support of the Spanish Federation of Sports
- [Help Shape the Future of Powerchair Sports – Participate in an International Research Study](https://powerchairhockey.org/help-shape-the-future-of-powerchair-sports-participate-in-an-international-research-study/) - The International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) community is invited to contribute to a global research project led by Chase Petruska, PhD Researcher at the University of Lethbridge (Canada) whom many had the opportunity to meet during the IPCH World Championship 2026 in Pajulahti as a member of the Canadian Team delegation. This international study aims to better understand: Access to powerchair
- [Slovenia to Host the IPCH Qualification Tournament 2027](https://powerchairhockey.org/slovenia-to-host-the-ipch-qualification-tournament-2027/) - The International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) is delighted to announce that the 2027 IPCH Qualification Tournament will take place in Laško, Slovenia, from 13–17 April 2027. Organised in partnership with the Slovenian Paralympic Committee and the Local Organising Committee (LOC), the tournament represents another significant milestone in the continued growth of international Powerchair Hockey. The event
- [Updated Master List Following the 2026 World Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-master-list-following-the-2026-world-championship/) - Following the conclusion of the 2026 IPCH World Championship, the updated IPCH Master List has now been published. The Master List reflects all classification outcomes from the Championship and incorporates the revised Sport Class Status definitions and transition rules contained in the updated IPCH Classification Manual. These changes are intended to improve clarity, consistency and transparency in the management
- [Arnhem, the Netherlands, Appointed Host of the 2028 European Powerchair Hockey Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/arnhem-the-netherlands-appointed-host-of-the-2028-european-powerchair-hockey-championship/) - The International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) Sport Executive Committee is pleased to announce that Arnhem, the Netherlands, has been appointed as the host city for the 2028 European Powerchair Hockey Championship.The appointment follows the successful conclusion of a comprehensive international bidding process involving two outstanding candidates: Arnhem, the Netherlands, and Pilsen, Czech Republic. Both bids demonstrated an exceptional
- [Save the Date – 17th IPCH Sport Congress](https://powerchairhockey.org/save-the-date-17th-ipch-sport-congress/) - Mark your calendars! The 17th IPCH Sport Congress is set for Saturday, 28 November 2026, and we look forward to bringing the international Powerchair Hockey community together once again. 🕜 13:30 – 19:00 CET💻 Virtual The Sport Congress is one of the most important events on the IPCH calendar—a chance for member nations to celebrate
- [Switzerland: The Making of World Champions](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-the-making-of-world-champions/) - Some championships are won in a single match. Others are built over years of patience, setbacks, and relentless belief. The first-ever World Championship title for Switzerland was the culmination of a journey that transformed the nation into the world's best. In this feature, Paul Emmering looks back at the decisive moments, the people, and the
- [Switzerland Claims World Number One as 2026 World Ranking Is Released](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-claims-world-number-one-as-2026-world-ranking-is-released/) - Following the conclusion of the 2026 World Championship, the International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH) has released the updated World Ranking, confirming significant movement among the world's leading nations and underlining the growing competitiveness of international Powerchair Hockey. The biggest story is Switzerland's ascent to the top of the rankings. Starting the year in third place
- [Finals Day Set for Thrilling Conclusion to IPCH World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/finals-day-set-for-thrilling-conclusion-to-ipch-world-championship-2026/) - The 2026 IPCH World Championship reaches its climax on Sunday, 31 May, with four decisive matches and the inaugural International Powerchair Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony taking place throughout the day in Pajulahti, Finland. The action begins at 09:00 with Finland and Australia meeting in the 7th–8th place match, before Belgium and Spain battle
- [Switzerland: From Underdog to Contender at the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-from-underdog-to-contender-at-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Athletes & Coaches Committee Election – Meet the Nominees](https://powerchairhockey.org/athletes-coaches-committee-election-meet-the-nominees/) - The IPCH Sport Executive Committee (SEC) is pleased to introduce the nominees for the Athletes & Coaches Committee (ACC) elections, which will take place during the IPCH World Championship 2026 in Lahti, Finland. Since its launch, the ACC has played an important role in ensuring that the voices of athletes and coaches are represented in
- [Spain: A Rising Force at the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/spain-a-rising-force-at-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Netherlands: The Benchmark Returns at the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/netherlands-the-benchmark-returns-at-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Italy: Champions of the Past, Contenders at the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/italy-champions-of-the-past-contenders-at-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Germany: The Pursuit of a Second Title on the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/germany-the-pursuit-of-a-second-title-on-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Denmark: Defending Champions at the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/denmark-defending-champions-at-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Canada: From Hockey Heritage to the World Championship 2026 Stage](https://powerchairhockey.org/canada-from-hockey-heritage-to-the-world-championship-2026-stage/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Belgium: A Nation Rebuilding for the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/belgium-a-nation-rebuilding-for-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Australia: The Longest Road to the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/australia-the-longest-road-to-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Finland: A Northern Nation Ready for the World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/finland-a-northern-nation-ready-for-the-world-championship-2026/) - As we approach the next World Championship, IPCH is launching a special collaboration to present all participating teams. For this project, we are proud to work with Paul Emmering, former German handstick player and scorer of Germany’s historic 2010 World Championship golden goal. With his long-standing experience in Powerchair Hockey, Paul will provide analyses, insights,
- [Call for Nominations: Athletes & Coaches Committee (ACC) Elections (Deadline May 12th)](https://powerchairhockey.org/call-for-nominations-athletes-coaches-committee-acc-elections-deadline-may-12th/) - The IPCH Sport Executive Committee (SEC) is pleased to announce the opening of the nomination process for the Athletes & Coaches Committee (ACC), with elections to be held during the IPCH World Championship 2026 in Lahti, Finland. Since its launch last year, the ACC plays a vital role in ensuring that the voices of athletes
- [IPCH World Championship 2026 Powerchair Hockey Match Schedule](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-world-championship-2026-powerchair-hockey-match-schedule/) - Discover the full match schedule for the IPCH World Championship 2026 in Finland, with all fixtures, timings and key clashes from 26–31 May.
- [IPCH Day 2026: Impact That Lasts](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-day-2026-impact-that-lasts/) - IPCH Day 2026 celebrates lasting impact in Powerchair Hockey and announces the IPCH Hall of Fame, honouring athletes, pioneers, and leaders worldwide.
- [Classifying with Purpose: Anna Elizabeth on Ability, Fairness and Responsibility](https://powerchairhockey.org/classifying-with-purpose-anna-elizabeth-on-ability-fairness-and-responsibility/) - Interview with Anna Elizabeth on the responsibility of classification and how it ensures fair and athlete-centred competition in Powerchair Hockey.
- [UPDATED WORLD RANKING LIST - GERMANY NEW NUMBER 1](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-wrl-feb2020/) - The IPCH Euro Stars Tournament was a very thrilling experience for all the teams involved in the competition as well as for the IPCH Officials and Staff involved. The tournament also counted for the World Ranking List, and therefore the results have been added into the IPCH calculator that is now updated and available. As discussed
- [CALLING FOR BIDS FOR QT23 and EC24](https://powerchairhockey.org/calling-for-bids-for-qt23-and-ec24/) - While the SEC is working hard on the organization of the upcoming World Championship 2022, time has also come to start looking forward. With the aim of having the necessary time to think and work on the next steps, SEC has decided to open the bidding procedures for the next two big competitions: - IPCH Qualification
- [NEW SPORT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE](https://powerchairhockey.org/new2018-sport-executive-committee/) - At the Sport Congress this passed monday, the new IWAS Sport Executive Committee put together after the nominees was voted in. Current chairman Fabio Rodo (Italy) and Miro Reijonen (Finland) was candidates for the position as the chairman. Fabio Rodo was re-elected as chairman of the Sport Executive Committee. Anna Rossi (Italy) was running unopposed
- [SPOTS OPEN FOR REFEREE OBSERVER AND JURY COURSES](https://powerchairhockey.org/spots-open-for-referee-observer-and-jury-courses/) - For the upcoming Euro Stars Tournament, there are still spots open for the Referee Observer and Jury courses. We highly encourage the nations to consider this possibility to sign up. Becoming Referee Observer is a way to become a foundamental and really practical part of the development of the movement, as you will be active
- [CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM REFINED](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-system-refined/) - As presented in the Sport Congress 2018 thanks to a certain number of evidence-based researches and studies the IPCH Classification Committee has succeeded in proving the need of creating and using “half point classes” to better describe the functionality of each player and ensure a more fair and precise overall classification for Powerchair Hockey. The
- [INTERVIEW | JÖRG DIEHL](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-jorg-diehl/) - At my school, a Powerchair Hockey workshop was offered and since I’ve always been interested in sports, I participated. I got a new wheelchair back then but as my mother was afraid it could be damaged, she forbade me to play Powerchair Hockey. Of course I continued playing secretly. Only when I went to a
- [INTERVIEW | MAARTEN CLAES](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-maarten-claes/) - I got to know Powerchair Hockey via a teacher of my elementary school, she knew the sport and introduced me to it. What I love so much about it, is the fact that you can sweat on the field and you will cool down because of driving so fast on the field. Just kidding. Just
- [INTERVIEW | KIERAN WATTS](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-kieran-watts/) - I discovered Powerchair Hockey in 2010. I had been playing other sports previously, but I had friends that played Powerchair Hockey. They were preparing for the World Championships of 2010. That’s when I knew that I wanted to represent my country one day. It’s my biggest goal and come September 27th I will have achieved
- [UPDATED CLASSIFICATION MANUAL](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-classification-manual/) - We have updated the classification manual. The updated classification manual will be valid after the 2018 Sport Congress and can be found in the Sport Congress download section: Powerchairhockey.org/sportcongress2018 You can still find the old Classification Manual which will be the current valid edition for the upcoming World Championship, on the Classification download section:
- [TECHNICAL DELEGATES FOR THE EC2020 ANNOUNCED](https://powerchairhockey.org/technical-delegates-for-the-ec2020-announced/) - We're happy to announce that IPCH have chosen Anna Rossi (Italy) as Technical Delegate and Aina Budde (Denmark) as Assistant Technical Delegate for the European Championship 2020 in Pajulahti Paralympic Center in the city of Lahti in Finland. Anna Rossi has for many years been part of the Sport Executive Committee and are very experienced
- [EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWING](https://powerchairhockey.org/european-championship-drawing/) - On the 9th of November the drawing ceremony for the 2020 European Championship will take place in Tampere, Finland. The drawing ceremony will together with an exhibition match, take place at the Apuväline assistive technology & accessibility exhibition in Tampere. You can watch the drawing ceremony live on the IPCH Facebook from 09.30 am (CET)
- [IPCH EURO STARS TOURNAMENT CONFIRMED](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-euro-stars-tournament-confirmed/) - We are happy to confirm the IPCH Euro Stars Tournament will take place from 20 to 24 February in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD). The tournament will count for IPCH World Ranking List and will provide you all the chance to play with the Official IPCH Game Rules edition 2018 and the possibility to officially classify playersbefore EC2020. For this reason we agreed to
- [GROUPS FOR THE IPCH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2020](https://powerchairhockey.org/groups-for-the-ipch-european-championship-2020/) - Today during the Apuväline assistive technology & accessibility exhibition in Tampere, Finland, the drawing ceremony for the European Championship 2020 took place. It was conducted by the Local Organizing Committee overlooked by IPCH representative Anna Rossi and Rasmus Dissing Nielsen. The eight allocated nations, Denmark, The Netherlands, Finland, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Belgium, was
- [IPCH SPORT CONGRESS 2022 - INFORMATION](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-sport-congress-2022-information/) - During the last months, the IPCH Sport Executive Committee has several times discussed the opportunity to move the IPCH Sports Congress that normally happens right after the big competitions. This topic was also raised a few times in the meetings with the LOC and with some National representatives. We know that having the Sport Congress
- [Canada and USA 1 goal 2 countries](https://powerchairhockey.org/canada-and-usa-1-goal-2-countries/) - During the last six months there has been several meetings between the IPCH and representatives from both Canada and USA respectively. In the beginning the aim basically was to reconnect and to get an impression of the current state of Powerchair Hockey in the two nations. “After our first meeting with IPCH we felt like
- [Become an IPCH International Referee – C License Course Now Open!](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-international-referee-license-course-2025/) - Applications are open for the IPCH International Referee License Course 2025, offering experienced referees a pathway to officiate at international level.
- [Updated IPCH player eligibility rules now in effect](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-ipch-player-eligibility-rules-now-in-effect/) - IPCH releases revised player eligibility rules, including a one-time national team switch and clear nationality and residency guidelines.
- [Extension of deadline for QT bidding](https://powerchairhockey.org/extension-of-deadline-for-qt-bidding/) - IPCH announces extension of deadline for QT bid submissions until 31 October 2025, encouraging more nations to host the European Qualification Tournament 2027.
- [Applications Now Open for the IPCH Classifier Course 2025](https://powerchairhockey.org/applications-now-open-for-the-ipch-classifier-course-2025/) - Applications are now open for the IPCH Classifier Course 2025, offering a pathway to become a certified classifier and support fair play worldwide.
- [New rules interpretations](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-rules-interpretations/) - New rules interpretations strengthen safety, fairness and consistency in powerchair hockey, focusing on pushing, boundaries and rear axle contact.
- [Drawing result IPCH World Championship 2026](https://powerchairhockey.org/drawing-result-ipch-world-championship-2026/) - The official draw for the IPCH World Championship 2026 sets the groups, marking the first key milestone on the road to Pajulahti, Finland.
- [Anders Berenth Becomes First Player in Powerchair Hockey History to Reach 150 Official Goals](https://powerchairhockey.org/anders-berenth-becomes-first-player-in-powerchair-hockey-history-to-reach-150-official-goals/) - Anders Berenth makes history as the first powerchair hockey player to reach 150 official goals, marking a milestone of consistency, skill and impact worldwide.
- [Fabio Rodo Steps Down as Chair of the International Powerchair Hockey Committee](https://powerchairhockey.org/fabio-rodo-steps-down-as-chair-of-the-international-powerchair-hockey-committee/) - IPCH announces the resignation of Fabio Rodo as Chair, concluding more than ten years of leadership within international Powerchair Hockey.
- [Switzerland Rises to Third Place in Updated IPCH World Ranking](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-rises-to-third-place-in-updated-ipch-world-ranking/) - New Powerchair Hockey World Ranking: Switzerland rises to 3rd, Italy drops to 4th, while the battle for top spots tightens.
- [Nations Confirmed for the IPCH World Championship 2026!](https://powerchairhockey.org/nations-confirmed-for-the-ipch-world-championship-2026/) - IPCH World Championship 2026 for powerchair hockey: Ten nations confirmed for Lahti, Finland (May 24–June 1). Discover the qualified teams and official logo.
- [Road to Finland 2026: Drawing Ceremony on 26 October at 17.00 CET](https://powerchairhockey.org/road-to-finland-2026-drawing-ceremony-on-26-october-at-17-00-cet/) - Excitement builds for Finland 2026 as the official IPCH World Championship drawing ceremony takes place on 26 October in De Rijp.
- [Updated Masterlist Released Following Dutch Nations Cup Classification Sessions](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-masterlist-released-following-dutch-nations-cup-classification-sessions/) - IPCH publishes updated Masterlist with De Rijp classification results, ensuring fair play, accuracy, and the latest official athlete information.
- [International Powerchair Hockey Day: A Limitless Celebration of Passion and Power](https://powerchairhockey.org/international-powerchair-hockey-day-a-limitless-celebration-of-passion-and-power/) - International Powerchair Hockey Day: 31K views, 1K likes, and connections across 10 countries — proving “Limitless” lives in every play.
- [More Than Logistics: Annette Nielsen on the Impact of a Team Manager in Powerchair Hockey](https://powerchairhockey.org/more-than-logistics-annette-nielsen-on-the-impact-of-a-team-manager-in-powerchair-hockey/) - Annette Nielsen reflects on the impact of a team manager beyond the visible side of the sport, shaping team success, unity, and future growth.
- [Athlete of the Year Noé Spirig on Performance, Responsibility and Impact](https://powerchairhockey.org/athlete-of-the-year-noe-spirig-on-performance-responsibility-and-impact/) - Athlete of the Year Noé Spirig reflects on performance, responsibility, and his contribution to the development of Powerchair Hockey.
- [IPCH 2025 — Year in Recap](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-2025-year-in-recap/) - 2025 recap: IPCH highlights milestones in governance, education, officiating, competition pathways and player achievements.
- [IPCH Endorses Third Edition of the Pilsen Powerchair Open](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-endorses-third-edition-of-the-pilsen-powerchair-open/) - The International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH) is proud to announce its official endorsement of the third edition of the Pilsen Powerchair Open.
- [IPCH Publishes Updated Classification Manual](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-classification-manual-published/) - Classification Manual updated: IPCH announces the official publication following IPC compliance review and alignment of its classification framework.
- [Jury Course & Open Positions – Get Involved!](https://powerchairhockey.org/jury-course-open-positions-get-involved/) - The International Powerchair Hockey Commission shares important Jury structure updates as applications open for the upcoming IPCH Jury Course.
- [WADA launches Call for Contributions for Unintentional Doping Research Project ](https://powerchairhockey.org/wada-call-for-contributions-unintentional-doping-2025/) - 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, academics, and policymakers to share their personal experiences, professional opinions, research evidence, and examples of emerging
- [Call for bids to host the IPCH Powerchair Hockey Qualification Tournament for the European Region 2027 or European Championship 2028](https://powerchairhockey.org/host-ipch-qualification-tournament-2027-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 Hockey by organizing a high-level
- [IPCH Thanks Davor Matijasevic for his dedicated leadership to the IPCH Referee Committee ](https://powerchairhockey.org/thank-you-davor-matijasevic-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, vision, knowledge, and commitment. One of Davor's most notable
- [New Leadership Appointed to IPCH Referee and Observer Committee (ROC)](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-leadership-appointed-to-ipch-referee-and-observer-committee/) - 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 Kristoffer Storkmark and Kimmo Virtanen. The ROC will
- [Updated Masterlist Now Online](https://powerchairhockey.org/updated-ipch-masterlist-2025/) - 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 applied
- [Powerchair Hockey Stats Update](https://powerchairhockey.org/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 Scorer of
- [IPCH Endorses the 2nd Skorpions International Powerchair Hockey Tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/skorpions-international-powerchair-hockey-tournament-2025/) - The International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH) is happy to announce the endorsement of the upcoming 2nd Skorpions International Tournament, scheduled to take place from August 29 to September 1, 2025, in Besnate (VA), Italy. This tournament celebrates the vibrant spirit of powerchair hockey and honors the legacies of Claudio Carelli, Marco Filomena, and Manuel Romeo.
- [IPCH announces official collaboration with the The Pilsen Powerchair Open 2025](https://powerchairhockey.org/pilsen-powerchair-open-2025/) - The International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH) is thrilled to announce the endorsement of the second edition of the Pilsen Powerchair Open, set to take place from April 17 to 21, 2025. Following the success and positive feedback from the inaugural event in 2024, the Czech Powerchair Hockey organization is eager to once again offer players, coaches, assistants,
- [IPCH Scout Mobility - Dutch Nations Cup 2025](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-scout-mobility-dutch-nations-cup-2025/) - Powerchair Hockey fans, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated IPCH Scout Mobility - Dutch Nations Cup 2025 is set to take place in the picturesque town of De Rijp, The Netherlands. Officially recognized by the International Powerchair Hockey Committee (IPCH), this tournament is not only a crucial stop on the World Ranking circuit but also
- [IPCH Officially Endorses the APHC Camp: A Unique Opportunity for Athletes and Officials](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-officially-endorses-the-aphc-camp-a-unique-opportunity-for-athletes-and-officials/) - The International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) is excited to officially endorse the upcoming APHC Camp, which will take place from June 24 to June 30, 2025, at the beautiful Sporta Spot Kempen in Westerlo, Belgium. This dynamic event promises to be an incredible opportunity for athletes, coaches, and officials to enhance their skills, participate in intense
- [IPCH 16th Sport Congress ](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-16th-sport-congress/) - We are pleased to invite you to the 16th Sport Congress of the International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH), which will be held online on Saturday, January 11, 2025. This congress provides an important platform for IPCH Member Nations to discuss key issues such as policies, regulations, and the future of Powerchair Hockey, including preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
- [Join The IPCH Athletes & Coaches Committee! ](https://powerchairhockey.org/join-the-ipch-athletes-coaches-committee/) - We are happy to announce the launch of the IPCH Athletes & Coaches Committee! This new initiative is designed to bring the voices of athletes and coaches to the heart of decision-making in Powerchair Hockey. The committee will consist of 3 to 7 members, with at least 2 athletes and 1 coach, reflecting the diversity
- [The Netherlands are your 2024 European Champions!](https://powerchairhockey.org/the-netherlands-are-your-2024-european-champions/) - In Sunday’s final, we saw a rematch between title defender The Netherlands and Germany. This highly anticipated game certainly delivered. Germany took an early 0-2 lead, that was later converted to a 2-4 lead. The Dutch fought their way back in the game and went into halftime with 5-4, a lead for the first time
- [Who will become European Champion?](https://powerchairhockey.org/who-will-become-european-champion/) - After another day filled with surprises, the final of the European Championship will be a rematch of the opening game of Group A between The Netherlands and Germany. That game delivered a very close first half and it was unsure who would claim the points in the end. After some substitutions on both sides, The
- [The European Championship 2024 Group Games Are Over](https://powerchairhockey.org/the-european-championship-2024-group-games-are-over/) - Today, the final group games of the IPCH European Championship 2024 were concluded. After another day of thrilling games, we gladly share some information with you. Here is the final group ranking: After 10 games, it is safe to say we have witnessed an ever so high level of powerchair hockey. The Musholm sports hall
- [European Championship 2024 - Official Match Schedule](https://powerchairhockey.org/european-championship-2024-official-match-schedule/) - IPCH is excited to announce the official match schedule for the European Championship 2024. The Opening Ceremony will take place on October 23rd, at 2pm CET and will then be followed by two opening matches featuring Denmark vs Belgium at 3:15pm CET and the Netherlands vs Germany at 5:15pm CET. The remainder of the group
- [IPCH Sports Congress 2024 rescheduled](https://powerchairhockey.org/sport-congress-2024/) - The IPCH SEC has evaluated several date options for the 2024 Sports Congress. Due to a variety of conflicts including Sports Congresses for other sports our athletes may be involved in, AGMs for national organizations, and training weekends for national teams we have decided to postpone the IPCH Sports Congress to early January. New Date
- [Join the IPCH Jury Member Online Course!](https://powerchairhockey.org/join-the-ipch-jury-member-online-course/) - The International Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) organization is thrilled to announce the launch of the IPCH Jury Member Online Course, in preparation for the upcoming European Championship of Powerchair Hockey. Why Become a Jury Member? As a jury member, you'll hold a pivotal role in ensuring fair play and smooth conduct during matches. Unlike classifiers, referees,
- [Switzerland claims second spot in world ranking list after successful IN-JET tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-claims-second-spot-in-world-ranking-list-after-successful-in-jet-tournament/) - After a successful IN-JET Tournament in Jesolo (Italy), Switzerland now ranks second in the world ranking list. This tournament was an opportunity for the national teams of Finland, Italy and Switzerland to fully prepare for the European Championship. Teams could classify new players, give them their first chances on the international field and try out
- [A look back at the second IPCH Day](https://powerchairhockey.org/a-look-back-at-the-second-ipch-day/) - April 7th, we already celebrated our second IPCH day. The idea that was brought up in 2021 by the late Paul Desaulniers, has now become an annual collective celebration of our beloved sport. This year’s theme was appreciation. Because powerchair hockey is more than just a sport, it’s a community filled with amazing people. We
- [Powerchair hockey community, get involved!](https://powerchairhockey.org/powerchair-hockey-community/) - The Sports Executive Committee invites all members of the Powerchair Hockey community to an online Zoom meeting on May 4th from 2 to 4 pm CET. Key agenda items include: Inclusion of Powerchair Hockey in the 2025 Guttmann Games Review of the World Championship qualification system Creation of a "Development Platform" initiative This meeting aims
- [Everything you have to know about the Injet tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/injet-tournament-italy/) - This Thursday, April 18th, teams will arrive in Jesolo, Italy ahead of the IN-JET Tournament, an international tournament sanctioned by IPCH and valid for World Rankings. Three teams, Finland, Switzerland and Italy, will compete in a total of 6 matches at PalaMarzotto in Villaggio Marzotto, throughout Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th. This tournament
- [Groups for European Championship 2024 are set](https://powerchairhockey.org/groups-for-european-championship-2024-are-set/) - Today, the groups for the European Championship 2024 in Denmark have been drawn! The place to be was Musholm in Slagelse, where the competition will take place in October. Claus Vestergaard hosted this event that was livestreamed on facebook. He introduced all guests at the drawing table. For IPCH, chairman Fabio Rodo and technical delegate
- [European Championship 2024 Drawing Ceremony](https://powerchairhockey.org/european-championship-2024-drawing-ceremony/) - The Drawing Ceremony of the IPCH European Championship 2024 is just a week away! This group draw is the first official and public step towards the upcoming competition. The ceremony takes place in Musholm on February 24th at 15.00 CET and will be streamed live on the IPCH Facebook page. We are excited to welcome
- [No Powerchair Hockey in 2024 Guttmann Games](https://powerchairhockey.org/no-powerchair-hockey-in-2024-guttmann-games/) - Because not enough national teams were able to fully commit to participation, powerchair hockey will not be featured in this year’s World Abilitysport Guttmann Games. World Abilitysport and IPCH had to make this tough call. In many ways, this is a very unfortunate situation. Being part of the Guttmann Games 2024 would have been a
- [4 referees from Development Group to whistle in 3 nations tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/4-referees-from-development-group-to-whistle-in-3-nations-tournament/) - During the INJET 3 nations tournament scheduled in April, four referees from the development group will make their first international appearance. This is a result of their participation in the IPCH Referee Development Group (RDG). This group is set up under the IPCH Referee Commission. It's goal is to provide candidates for the international level
- [IPCH Classifier and Referee Observer course at 3 nations tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-classifier-and-referee-observer-course-at-3-nations-tournament/) - From 18 to 21 April, The IN JET Tournament will be held at Villaggio Marzotto, Jesolo -Italy. The tournament will be organized by IPCH under the auspices of World Abilitysport and in collaboration with FIPPS (Federazione Italiana Paralimpica Powerchair Sports). During the event, IPCH will offer educational opportunities for officials. This IPCH sanctioned event is
- [Classification masterlist updated (12/23)](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-masterlist-updated-12-23/) - The Classification Masterlist is updated and can be found here. Lobbach October 2023 Including Switzerland and Germany, all the athletes classified in Lobbach will keep the OA status as the setting of the classification could not provide the chance for them to be observed in an official match. IPCH will nog longer be able to
- [Anna Rossi and Meghan Hines appointed as Technical Delegates for European Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/anna-rossi-and-meghan-hines-appointed-as-technical-delegates-for-european-championship/) - IPCH’s Sport Executive Committee has announced the technical delegates for the upcoming European Championship in Denmark. Anna Rossi will be assisted by Meghan Hines. Today is not the start of their job. Their work started a long time ago. The function of a Technical Delegate (TD) is a big responsibility as well as a big
- [IPCH supports referee course at Australia’s Club Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-supports-referee-course-at-australias-club-championship/) - From 19 to 21 January, the Australian Powerchair Hockey Association – NSW (APCHA) hosts its first Club Championship since COVID-19. This big event welcomes five teams from the east, south and west of Australia. Thursday the 18th, IPCH officials Inge de Zwart and Kimmo Virtanen will be supporting a referee course. Kieran Watts, Vice President
- [Powerchair Hockey to feature in first World Abilitysport Guttmann Games](https://powerchairhockey.org/powerchair-hockey-to-feature-in-first-world-abilitysport-guttmann-games/) - World Abilitysport has just announced its first ever Guttmann Games! This event will be held from 10-14 July 2024, hosting a competition programme of para dance sport and powerchair hockey. The venue is located in the birthplace of the Paralympic Movement, Stoke Mandeville, Great Britain. The Games are aimed specifically at sports and events not
- [IPCH Qualification Tournament 2023 in De Rijp has three nations battle for the final ticket to the EC2024.](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-qualification-tournament-2023-in-de-rijp-has-three-nations-battle-for-the-final-ticket-to-the-ec2024/) - From November 16th to 19th, International PowerChair Hockey (IPCH) welcomes para-athletes from Belgium, Czech Republic and Slovenia in Sporthal De Oosterven, De Rijp (The Netherlands). There they will compete for the 8th and final spot in the European Championship 2024 in Denmark. The Qualification Tournament 2023 is made possible thanks to strong collaboration with Stichting
- [Anti-doping education program kicks off on 12 October](https://powerchairhockey.org/anti-doping-education-program-kicks-off-on-12-october/) - On 12 October, IPCH and World Abilitysport kick off the anti-doping education program. With online seminars, IPCH and World Abilitysport aim to educate everybody involved in powerchair hockey about clean sport. This program is a part of World Abilitysport’s Anti-Doping Educational Plan, in accordance with the rules established by WADA- World Anti-Doping Agency and IPC-
- [The success of the one-on-one meetings](https://powerchairhockey.org/the-success-of-the-one-on-one-meetings/) - At the Sports Congress back in November 2022, we announced to the nations that we intended to invite every single powerchair hockey nation to a one-on-one meeting with us, IPCH. There were multiple reasons why we wanted to have those meetings. First of all, we wanted to be more visible and available for the nations
- [Bid to become the host nation for the 2026 IPCH World Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/bid-to-become-the-host-nation-for-the-2026-ipch-world-championship/) - Now that IPCH has announced the QT2023 and has assigned the EC2024 to Denmark, it’s time to start planning the next major international competition. As of now, IPCH officially opens the application for bidding on becoming the host nation for the 2026 IPCH World Championship. Interested Nations are invited to send us a Letter of
- [2023 Qualification Tournament takes place in De Rijp (Netherlands)](https://powerchairhockey.org/2023-qualification-tournament-takes-place-in-de-rijp-netherlands/) - IPCH is happy to announce that the 2023 - Qualification Tournament for the European Championship will be organized in De Rijp (The Netherlands) from 16 to 19 November 2023. As announced by the Sport Executive Committee prior to the European Championship 2024 (EC 2024), there should, according to the rules, be a qualification tournament (QT)
- [Most goals in International Powerchair Hockey: get to know the top scorers!](https://powerchairhockey.org/top-scorer-2023/) - What better occasion than the #ipchday to release the updated IPCH Top Scorer List? The list counts all the goals scored in officially sanctioned IPCH tournaments and competitions. After the 2022 World Championship, a complete revision was needed in order to update the list and polish it from some typos, spelling mistakes, and double entries
- [Meet the N.1 Powerchair Hockey Scorer of all times: Anders Berenth](https://powerchairhockey.org/meet-the-top-scorer-anders-berenth/) - Hello Anders, we have some great news to share with you: you have surpassed all other athletes and are now the all-time international powerchair hockey top scorer. How does it feel to stand on top? Even though I had a feeling that I would have surpassed Björn after the last world cup it is still
- [APRIL 7th: The International Powerchair Hockey Day](https://powerchairhockey.org/april-7th-the-international-powerchair-hockey-day/) - A day to celebrate our passion for Powerchair Hockey! It was March 2021 when Paul Desaulniers from Canada sent an email to the Sport Executive Committee of the International Powerchair Hockey Committee simply asking: why don't we designate a day to celebrate and show the world how beautiful, strong, powerful, dynamic Powerchair Hockey and all
- [Join the 1st International PCH Day - 7th April 2023](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipchday-7thapril23/) - We are excited and proud to announce that we have decided to launch an awareness initiative to promote and boost knowledge of our beloved sport POWERCHAIR HOCKEY. On April 7th, we invite you all to celebrate the first International Powerchair Hockey Day! THE IDEA: In March 2021, Paul Desaulniers from Canada presented this
- [Denmark appointed as hosting nation for the IPCH European Championship 2024](https://powerchairhockey.org/denmark-appointed-as-hosting-nation-for-the-ipch-european-championship-2024/) - IPCH is happy to announce that the hosting nation for the IPCH European Championship 2024 has finally been selected. Denmark will host the competition in Musholm: a unique holiday, sports, and conference centre in the middle of Denmark. Located by the Danish coastline, just an hour's drive from Copenhagen, Musholm is designed as one of
- [IPCH bids to organise Qualification Tournament 2023](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-bids-to-organise-qualification-tournament-2023/) - Prior to the European Championship 2024 (EC 2024), there should be a qualification tournament (QT) to determine which of the European nations that are not automatically qualified for the EC 2024, will get the 8th slot. At this stage, no nation has put a bid to host this qualification tournament, which ideally should take place
- [Classification masterlist updated (09/22)](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-masterlist-updated-09-22/) - At the past IPCH World Championship in Sursee, the Classifiers have succesfully classified 49 athletes. As a result, the classification masterlist has been updated and can be found here.
- [Denmark wins the IPCH World Championship 2022 in Sursee](https://powerchairhockey.org/denmark-wins-the-ipch-world-championship-2022-in-sursee/) - Denmark has won the IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championship 2022 in Sursee (Switzerland), that took place from 9 to 14 August. They beat The Netherlands in a very exciting final by golden goal. It's the first golden title for the Danes. Switzerland claimed the bronze against Finland, also by golden goal. We would like to
- [Game schedule announced for the IPCH World Championship 2022 in Sursee](https://powerchairhockey.org/game-schedule-announced-for-the-ipch-world-championship-2022-in-sursee/) - IPCH is proud to announce the game schedule for the IPCH World Championship 2022, that will take place in a little over a month from now. The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) welcomes 10 nations to Sursee in Switzerland, a first ever! As a result, the game schedule is a little more busy than usual. This
- [15th Sport Congress takes place at 19 November 2022](https://powerchairhockey.org/15th-sport-congress-takes-place-at-19-november-2022/) - The 15th Sport Congress of IWAS Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) will be held on Saturday 19th November 2022 - Online. PCH Sport Congresses are held every two years and provide an arena for IPCH Member Nations to discuss and decide about policies, management rules and regulations for Powerchair Hockey. This year the Sport Congress will also
- [Classification masterlist updated](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-masterlist-updated/) - At the past IPCH Dutch Bever Nations Cup, the Classifiers have performed a huge task by successfully classifying 30 players. As a result, the classification masterlist has been updated and can be found here. This tournament was official, so all results count for the World Ranking List. As a result, there are some changes. The
- [Game schedule announced for the IPCH Bever Dutch Nations Cup](https://powerchairhockey.org/game-schedule-announced-for-the-ipch-bever-dutch-nations-cup/) - IPCH gladly announces the game schedule for the upcoming IPCH Bever Dutch Nations Cup. This official event takes place on 28 and 29 May in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. The participating teams will face important games, as all results will count for the official world ranking. This tournament will also be the final preparation before the
- [Groups for the ipch world championship 2022!](https://powerchairhockey.org/groups-for-the-ipch-world-championship-2022/) - On 5th March in Nottwil, Switzerland, the drawing ceremony for the IPCH World Championship 2022 took place. The ceremony was conducted by the Local Organizing Committee and overlooked by two IPCH representatives: Fabio Rodo, IPCH Chairperson, and Anna Rossi, Technical, Classification and Competition Officier and appointed Technical Delegate of the World Championship. Due to the
- [IPCH World Championship drawings ceremony - 5th March 2022 in Nottwill](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-world-championship-drawings-ceremony-5th-march-2022-in-nottwill/) - The IPCH World Championship is approaching fast, after such a long period of inactivity we are all very eager to see some action on the international level again. In the meantime, preparations continue for both organizers and teams who are willing to be as ready as possible for the big competition Switzerland will host the
- [Finnish Powerchair Hockey players showcasing their skills in the men’s World Floorball Championships](https://powerchairhockey.org/finnish-powerchair-hockey-players-showcasing-their-skills-in-the-mens-world-floorball-championships/) - Finnish Powerchair Hockey national team got an opportunity to showcase the sport and their individual skills during the final day of the men’s World Floorball Championships played in the Hartwall Arena, Helsinki. The powerchair hockey exhibition match between the Finnish national team players was played on Saturday 11th of December during the first break of
- [IPCH announces the Bever Dutch Nations Cup 2022](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-announces-the-bever-dutch-nations-cup-2022/) - IPCH is happy to announce the IPCH Bever Dutch Nations Cup 2022. will be held in Eindhoven from 27th to 30th May 2022. This official IPCH event will be organized under the aegis of the IWAS and the IPCH by the foundation Orange & Wheels and TeamNL Powerchairhockey The IWAS Powerchair Hockey Bever Dutch Cup
- [Global Development Network a new SEC initiative](https://powerchairhockey.org/global-development-network-a-new-sec-initiative/) - For quite some time, the IPCH Development Committee has been hard at work on a brand new initiative. We are now ready and excited to introduce to you the Global Development Network. The overall objective of the Global Development Network is to create a formalized network inclusive of all the Powerchair Hockey nations around the
- [Technical Delegates for WC2022 appointed](https://powerchairhockey.org/technical-delegates-for-wc2022-appointed/) - Little over 1 year to go for the IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championship 2022! It is good to see some countries have resumed training and competition after such a long stop, we all cannot wait to go back to live the amazing feelings and the goosebumps of the thrilling matches! The organizing committee from Switzerland
- [1st IPCH Referee Town Hall](https://powerchairhockey.org/1st-ipch-referee-town-hall/) - After such a long time away from the field and in the sight of the upcoming World Championship 2022 the IPCH Referee committee has organized yesterday the first-ever IPCH Referee Town Hall. The meeting will become a periodical appointment for IPCH Referees and is meant to provide support to referees and keep them updated on a regular
- [IPCH Sport Congress - 5th June 2021](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-sport-congress-5th-june-2021/) - PCH Sport Congresses are held every two years and provides an arena for IPCH Member Nations to discuss and decide about policies, management rules and regulations for Powerchair Hockey. The 14th Sport Congress was supposed to be organized under the auspices of the IWAS and IPCH by the local organizing committee (LOC) of the European
- [WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2022: ALLOCATED NATION AND INVITATION SENT](https://powerchairhockey.org/world-championship-2022-information/) - The 5th IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championship will take place from 7th to 15th August 2022 in Switzerland. This will be the first time Switzerland will host the major PCH competition. The whole organizing committee, together with Wheelchair Sport Switzerland is already working to ensure a successful competition and is looking forward to welcoming everyone
- [SWITZERLAND APPOINTED AS HOSTING NATION FOR THE POWERCHAIR HOCKEY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2022](https://powerchairhockey.org/switzerland-appointed-as-hosting-nation-for-the-powerchair-hockey-world-championship-2022/) - IPCH is happy to announce that the hosting nation for the IPCH World Championship 2022 has finally been selected. Switzerland will host the competition in Nottwil! Team delegations will be accommodated at the Hotel Sempachersee and the venues of the Schweizer Paraplegiker-Zentrum will be used for training, controls and meetings. The games will be played in the nearby town of
- [MERRY CHRISTMAS](https://powerchairhockey.org/merry-christmas/) - 2020 has been a very complicated year, that no one could predict. Many competitions and games have been cancelled or postponed, taking away from athletes and supporters the possibility of expressing themselves and their passion. But we are sure sport and especially para-sport can support the way back to normality and become a key factor
- [IPCH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP CANCELLED!](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-european-championship-cancelled/) - The complicated and unpredictable situation created by the COVID-19 Pandemic brought, last march, the IPCH Sport Executive Committee, in agreement with the Local Organizing Committee, to postpone the European Championship in Finland to 31st May – 7th June 2021. In all those months IPCH, together with the Local Organizing Committee, has been closely monitoring the
- [NEW DEVELOPMENT OFFICER](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-development-officer-danni-mogensen/) - We're happy to announce that Danni Hillbrandt-Mogensen is the new Development Officer for the IPCH Sport Executive Committee. You may know Danni as a player for the Danish National Team for many years and now he's also taking part in the work for the IPCH SEC. "With the co-optation of Danni we gain a new
- [Masterlist updated](https://powerchairhockey.org/masterlist-updated-june-2020/) - As announced last June IPCH thanks to the work of the Classification Committee the refinement of the Trunk Assessment is now officially in place. IPCH also organized a Webinar to properly explain the refinement and to reply to the questions that arose from classifiers, Classification National Coordinators, National Team staff members, etc... The study and
- [CLASSIFICATION: TRUNK ASSESSMENT REFINEMENT ](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-trunk-assessment-refinement/) - In 2016 a first research on the Trunk Assessment was conducted by students of the University of Applied Science in The Hague (The Netherlands), the project led to reconsider which athlete had a zero (0) trunk and which athlete had a 0.5 trunk. After the World Championship 2018 Classification Committee, also on the basis of
- [Call for bids: 2022 IPCH World Championship](https://powerchairhockey.org/call-for-bids-2022-ipch-world-championship/) - Dear Sporting Friends, We proudly look back on a very successful IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championship in 2018: the efforts of the Italian organizers with all the volunteers, the high-level games of all the participating nations and the enthusiasm of all of those spectators and sponsors made it a great success. Now it is time
- [NEW DATES FOR THE POSTPONED EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-dates-for-the-postponed-european-championship/) - We can now announce the new dates for the IPCH European Championship 2020, which was postponed due to the COVID-19. The IPCH and the Local Organizing Committee have decided that we will postpone the event one year, so we can make sure it will be safe to organize the event. The Local Organizing Committee have
- [IPCH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP POSTPONED](https://powerchairhockey.org/ec2020-postponed/) - THE IPCH EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP 2020 POSTPONED! Due to the current situation with the COVID-19 (Coronavirus). The IPCH and Local Organizing Committee have decided to postpone the IPCH European Championship 2020 in Pajulahti, Finland. It hasn’t been an easy decision, but we have assessed the situation and by recommendations from the Finnish government and because our
- [ITALY WINS THE IPCH EURO STARS](https://powerchairhockey.org/italy-wins-the-ipch-euro-stars/) - Last week 4 nations were gatheret in Lignano Sabbiadoro, for the official IPCH Euro Stars tournament. The tournament was meant as a warm-up tournament for the European Championship in Pajulahti, Finland, later this year. The IPCH Euro Stars had participation from Finland, Germany, Italy and Switzerland. The tournament offered a lot of exiting and close
- [IPCH EURO STARS SCHEDULE](https://powerchairhockey.org/eurostars-schedule/) - The IPCH Euro Stars tournament is coming closer and we hope you're as excited as we are. Here you find the match schedule for the tournament:
- [BOOKING INFORMATION EURO STARS 2020](https://powerchairhockey.org/booking-information-euro-stars-2020/) - Don’t miss the chance to follow live the IPCH Euro Stars tournament - warming up to EC2020! In order to follow your team in Lignano supporters can book a room by sending a mail to eventi@bellaitaliavillage.com or calling the phone number +39 0431 409511. If you contact Bella italia VIllage by e-mail please make sure
- [SPORTS CONGRESS 2020](https://powerchairhockey.org/sports-congress-2020/) - Dear Powerchair Hockey friends, The Sport Congress 2020 will be held on Monday 8th June 2020, in Pajulahti Olympic and Paralympic Training Centre that will host from 1st to 8th June the IWAS Powerchair Hockey European Championships. As usual, we invite Sport Congress Delegates to arrive in time to attend the final day of the
- [OFFICIAL PCH REFEREE AND JURY COURSE DURING THE INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT IN ITALY](https://powerchairhockey.org/referee-and-jury-course-2017/) - Dear hockey friends It is with pleasure that the IPCH hereby announces that from 31st October to 6th November 2017, during the international tournament for national teams organized by the Italian Powerchair Hockey Federation (FIWH), an official referee C-licence and Observers/Jury course will be held. Referees The referees course is open for referees who want to
- [Allocated qualification slots for the IPCH World Championship 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/allocated-qualification-slots-wc2018/) - IWAS Powerchair Hockey Sport Executive Committee have now allocated the qualification slots for the IPCH world championship 2018 in Italy. The slots for the IPCH World Championship are allocated based on regions and the world ranking list. If a nation doesn't want to make use of it's qualification slot, the next nation on the world ranking
- [New classification manual released](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-classification-manual2017/) - Dear IPCH Nations, We are really happy and proud to be able the release the IPCH Classification Manual edition 2017. Classification is a fast moving field, in Sport Assembly 2016 the basics and basis of the IPCH Classification Manual and its 1st edition were presented and agreed by the represented Nations. That document was based
- [ITALY AWARDED THE IWAS POWERCHAIR HOCKEY WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/italy-awarded-the-iwas-powerchair-hockey-world-championship-2018/) - Italy will be hosting the IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championships 2018! From 24 September to 1 October 2018, the IWAS Powerchair Hockey World Championships will take place at the town of Lignano Sabbiadoro in Italy. The venues will be the same as at the WC 2010, this is a great chance for the LOC to
- [OFFICIAL PCH CLASSIFICATION COURSE DURING THE PARAGAMES IN BREDA](https://powerchairhockey.org/official-pch-classification-course-during-the-paragames-in-breda/) - Dear hockey friends With pleasure the IPCH hereby announces that from 21st to 26th June 2017, during the ParaGames in Breda (The Netherlands) an official PCH Classification Course will be organized. The main aim of the course is to educate IPCH classifiers on the new IPCH classification system which has been discussed and agreed during
- [RASMUS DISSING NIELSEN APPOINTED AS IPCH MARKETING & COMMUNICATION OFFICER](https://powerchairhockey.org/rasmus-dissing-nielsen-marketing-communication/) - Dear IPCH Friends, the Sport Executive Commitee has a brand new member!! We are very very happy to introduce you all to the new IPCH Marketing and Communication Officer Mr. Rasmus Dissing Nielsen. He is 28 and live in Copenhagen, Denmark. Many of you should know him: he has been playing Powerchair Hockey since 2004
- [TWO NATIONS BIDDING FOR WC2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/two-nations-bidding-for-hosting-the-wc2018/) - IPCH is very proud to announce that we have received two excellent bids to host the World Championships 2018. Italy as well as the Czech Republic is applying to host this major event. The bidding package on paper looks real promising from both nations. IPCH will visit the sports venues and team accommodations within the
- [Training courses Euro Stars tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/training-courses-referees/) - Dear IPCH Friends, We're happy to announce that, FIWH and the Italian National Team offered IPCH to organize training courses. The courses will be for Referees, Referees' Observers, Jury Members and Classifiers. The courses will take place during the IPCH Euro Stars Tournament. Both organisations offered to host in Lignano Sabbiadoro in February (20-23rd TBC
- [IPCH EURO STARS | WARM UP TO EC2020](https://powerchairhockey.org/ipch-euro-stars-warm-up-to-ec2020/) - Dear Teams, We're happy to announce that FIWH and the Italian National Team offered IPCH the chance to organize an official IPCH Tournament valid for WRL in Lignano Sabbiadoro (UD). The tournament is meant to take place in February (approximately from 20th to 23rd February) - final dates will depend on the number of participating
- [Invitations sent for the IPCH Qualification Tournament](https://powerchairhockey.org/invitations-sent-for-the-ipch-qualification-tournament/) - Invitations for the IWAS Powerchair Hockey (IPCH) Qualification Tournament has been sent. It will take place from the 8th - 14th October 2019 in Prague, Czech Republic. The Qualification Tournament is organized by CSOPD (Czech Sport Organization for Physically Disabled) and CPHF (Česká federace Powerchair Hockey). 5 teams have been officially invited. - Czech Republic as hosting
- [INTERVIEW | ATSO AHONEN](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-atso-ahonen/) - I saw a newspaper article about Powerchair Hockey when I was 10 years old and just found out about my diagnosis. A year later I attended a course for families with kids with a muscular disease. There was a person who was presenting Powerchair Hockey. I tried and fell in love with the sport. I
- [Wilfried Bouttelgier resigns from all positions in IPCH](https://powerchairhockey.org/wilfried-bouttelgier-resigns/) - After 8 years as international IPCH referee, Wilfried Bouttelgier has decided to resign from all official positions at IPCH. Wilfried has been an official IPCH referee since 2010 and been member of the referee committee since 2017. Head of committee, Davor Matijašević, would like to thank Wilfried for his role as an international referee and his
- [4 NATIONS CONFIRMED FOR THE 2019 QUALIFICATION TOURNAMENT](https://powerchairhockey.org/4-nations-confirmed-for-the-2019-qualification-tournament/) - We have received 4 nations confirmation on their presence for the 2019 Qualification tournament. The Qualification tournament will take place from the 8th to the 14th October 2019 in Prague, Czech Republic. It is organized by CSOPD (Czech Sports Organization for the Physically Disabled) and CPHF (Česká federace Powerchair Hockey). The 4 nations are: Czech
- [SPORT CONGRESS 2018 MINUTES](https://powerchairhockey.org/sport-congres-2018-minutes/) - The minutes from the IPCH Sport Congress 2018 in Lignano, has just been released. Besides the representatives from the IPCH Sport Executive Committee, there were delegates from Australia, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Read all about what was discussed at the Sport Congress, right here.
- [EC2020 Dates Announced](https://powerchairhockey.org/ec2020-dates-announced/) - We are very pleased to inform you that the Finnish Sports Association of Persons with Disabilities has been awarded the hosting of the IWAS Powerchair Hockey European Championships 2020, to be held at the Pajulahti Paralympic Center in the city of Lahti from 1st to 8th June 2020. IPCH Chairman, Fabio Rodo, comments: "We are going back to a
- [TWO SEC MEMBERS RESIGNED](https://powerchairhockey.org/two-sec-members-have-resigned/) - We’re sorry to announce that both Niels ten Hagen and Nikolaj Richelsen have chosen to resign from all of their SEC and IPCH duties, due to personal reasons. All of the sport executive committee wants to thank both Niels and Nikolaj, for the work and time they have put in to the sport we all
- [2018 WORLD RANKING LIST](https://powerchairhockey.org/2018-wrl/) - During the Sport Congress 2018 the new concept of the World Ranking System and the consequent list was shared among the Nations. The new World Ranking System is based on the results of the individual games, putting more weight on newer results. Each team will get points for every game they play based on the
- [CLASSIFICATION MANUAL UPDATED](https://powerchairhockey.org/classification-manual-updated/) - As announced earlier, the classification system has been refined. (Read more here) Now we're pleased to announce that the classification manual has been updated. You can find the updated manual and other classification related documents in the download section under "Classification".
- [NEW SPORT EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-sec-members/) - After the result of the elections in the Sport Congress that followed the IPCH World Championship 2018, the new elected SEC, as announced, has been looking to recruit some more people to fulfill some of the vacant position left. We are really proud to announce that Kenny Verbraekel accepted to join the Sport Executive Committee as Secretary Officer
- [INTERVIEW | AN VANHEUSDEN](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-an-vanheusden/) - I got to know Powerchair Hockey in the first week after I switched from a regular school to a specialized school. I met the person that would become my coach for many years, Hugo Verdict. Until the age of 16 I didn’t know anything about sports for people in electric wheelchairs. What I like so
- [ITALY WORLD CHAMPIONS 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/italy-world-champions-2018/) - After a very close final between Denmark and the home team of Italy. We would like to congratulate Italy with the 2018 IPCH World Championship! It has been a tournament #asneverbefore in many ways. We have experienced surprising match results, extraordinary performances by athletes, loud supporters and a event as we have never seen it
- [INTERVIEW | ANDERS BERENTH](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-anders-berenth/) - In 2004, me and some other guys played hockey in a wheelchair for fun while practicing for another type of wheelchair hockey, called el-hockey (this sport is only played with T-sticks). We learned that Powerchair Hockey was a sport and we had a team in Copenhagen and a national team. We tried it out and
- [INTERVIEW | MEGHAN HINES](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-meghan-hines/) - When I was 9 I was at a doctor’s appointment at Bloorview Kids Rehab in Toronto (one of the Toronto rehab centres) when a boy and his mother approached me and asked if I had ever tried playing PowerHockey. They invited me to one of their games the following weekend. As soon as I tried
- [WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LIVESTREAM](https://powerchairhockey.org/world-championship-livestream/) - 8 Nations, 78 players, 20 exciting matches! Be sure not to miss out on any of the IPCH World Championship 2018 matches! You can watch all matches live on the official IPCH YouTube Channel. Subscribe to make sure you don't miss any of the matches: YouTube.com/Powerchairhockey
- [INTERVIEW | BERRIE HOMMEL](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-berrie-hommel/) - I got to know Powerchair Hockey via the gym lessons in school. I liked it because it’s a team sport and I’m able to sport despite my handicap. My specialty was making goals. I wanted to win everything I could as a player, and I did. My best moment was in 1998, when I won
- [CLASSIFIERS FOR THE 2018 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ANNOUNCED](https://powerchairhockey.org/classifiers-for-the-2018-world-championship-announced/) - We are pleased to announce the team of classifiers that will carry out the classification procedure at the 2018 IPCH World Championship. The team with chief classifier, Kees Van Breukelen, in the lead comes from The Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, Finland, Italy and Australia.
- [INTERVIEW | NELSON BRAILLARD](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-nelson-braillard/) - I discovered Powerchair Hockey in 2008. The first team of the French part of Switzerland was created by M. Degonda, The Whirldrivers Lausanne. M. Degonda asked me if I was interested to try this new exciting sport. I tried it and never stopped. I have played 8 years for Whirldrivers Lausanne and now I’m playing
- [OBSERVERS & JURY MEMBERS FOR THE 2018 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ANNOUNCED](https://powerchairhockey.org/observers-jury-members-for-the-2018-world-championship-announced/) - We're happy to annonce the Observers and Jury Members for the IPCH World Championship 2018!
- [REFEREES FOR THE 2018 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ANNOUNCED](https://powerchairhockey.org/wc2018-referees-announced/) - We are pleased to announce the appointed referees for the IPCH World Championship 2018! We have a great team of very competent referees to make sure all matches are played fair and according to the game rules.
- [INTERVIEW | CLAUDIO COMINO](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-claudio-comino/) - I got to know Powerchair Hockey in February 2013 thanks to some of my friends, because they were already playing this wonderful sport. I have always wanted to play a team sport, so I immediately liked it. I have met a lot of people and now I have more friends. My favorite player is Andrea
- [INTERVIEW | DENNIS VAN DEN BOOMEN](https://powerchairhockey.org/interview-dennis-van-den-boomen/) - I joined my primary school hockey team in 1994 thanks to my gymnastics teacher who suggested me to start. She thought I would do well. I can put everything into this sport, so everything falls into place. I love it when I work hard and my passes work out the way I want it
- [NEW 2018 SPORT CONGRESS DOCUMENTS RELEASED](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-2018-sport-congress-documents-released/) - We have released new documents for the 2018 Sport C0ngress, that will take place in Lignano Sabbiadoro right after the World Championship. The documents include nominees, agenda and motions. You can find all documents for the Sport Congress here.
- [IPCH QUALIFIATION TOURNAMENT 2019 AWARDED TO CZECH PCH](https://powerchairhockey.org/qt2019-awarded-to-czech/) - The IWAS Powerchair Hockey Sports Executive Committee are very happy to announce that Czech Federation of Powerchair Hockey have been awarded the IWAS Powerchair Hockey Qualification Tournament 2019! Congratulations to the Czech Federation of Powerchair Hockey, we wish you good luck with the preparations and we’re looking forward to working together with you on this
- [WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH SCHEDULE RELEASED](https://powerchairhockey.org/world-championship-match-schedule-released/) - In under two months 8 nations will gathered in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy, to compete to be the next world champion. In September last year, the 8 nations was divided in two groups, but as later reported Canada replaced USA after they had to withdraw. It's the first time we're having North America represented at the
- [CALL FOR NOMINEES!](https://powerchairhockey.org/call-for-nominees2018/) - Every four year Nations have the opportunity to nominate new candidates for the Sport Executive Committee. The Sport Congress are rapidly approaching, that means we’re calling for nominees for the 7 positions in the Sport Executive Committee (SEC). The 7 positions are: Chairman Competition Officer Development Officer Technical Officer Secretary Officer Marketing and Fundraising Officer
- [CANADA REPLACING USA AT THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/canada-replacing-usa-wc18/) - Unfortunately the USA have informed the IWAS SEC that they are not able to participate the World Championship 2018. A combination of lack of time and funds in the short time left is the main reason behind their withdrawal. Canada is the runner-up in the Olympic region of the Americas. Therefore IWAS SEC has invited
- [NEW RESEARCH ON TRUNK FUNCTIONALITY RELEASED](https://powerchairhockey.org/new-research-on-trunk-functionality-released/) - New research on trunk functionality in PCH has recently been released. You can read a summery of the research here: The influence of trunkfunctionality on the classification system in PCH
- [HAPPY NEW YEAR - THANK YOU FOR 2017](https://powerchairhockey.org/happynewyear2017/) - Merry Christmas everybody! We hope you had a lovely evening with family and friends. As the year is coming to an end, we would like to look back at what has been an amazing year for Powerchair Hockey. June In June, Italy was announced as Local Organizing Committee for the WC in 2018. From 24
- [GROUPS FOR THE IPCH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/wc18-groups/) - The drawing ceremony for the IPCH World Championship 2018 in Italy, has taken place tonight in the Press room of Dacia Arena, Udine. A total of 8 nations was randomly divided into 2 groups. The drawing ceremony was in collaboration with Udinese Calcio 1896. The drawing ceremony started with a press conference, which was attended
- [CONFIRMED NATIONS FOR THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2018](https://powerchairhockey.org/confirmed-nations-for-wc18/) - We are very pleased to announce that we have received confirmation from the following 8 nations, on their wish to use their allocated qualification slot for the IPCH World Championship 2018. Switzerland invited instead of Japan Japan is one of the new developing nations in Powerchair Hockey, but they were not yet ready to participate
- [FIVE STARS INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT](https://powerchairhockey.org/five-stars-international-tournament/) - As part of the preparation for the IPCH World Championship 2018, the LOC Italy 2018 will be organizing the Five Stars - International tournament. This will be a great opportunity for the organizing committee to test everything befor next years mega event. The Five Stars - International tournament will take place from the 31st October

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