IBSA Goalball extends search for 2016-18 hosts

The International Federation for the sport is seeking only letter of intent at this time.

Yao Yongquan (left) and Cai Changgu (CHN) compete in the men's goalball match between China and Lithuania at the Beijing 2008 Paralympic Games © • Getty Images

The International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Goalball has extended the letter of intent deadline for member federations interested in hosting 2016-2018 goalball tournaments to 1 October.

Tournaments include the Parapan American, European, Asia/Pacific and Youth Goalball Championships in 2016; as well as the 2018 World Championships. A complete list of competitions, along with details regarding submitting letters of intent can be found on IBSA’s website.

IBSA Goalball is only requesting letters of intent. Complete bid/sanction packages will be requested, but at future dates listed in the attached letter on IBSA’s website.