Indian Blind Sports Association (IBSA)

Indian Blind Sports Association is hosting a Referee Clinic for Goalball during the 5th Senior National Goalball Championship at Patna, Bihar from 7th to 13th January 2026.
The clinic is being coordinated by Alexander Knecht, Senior Course Coordinator, Goalball . The participants for the clinic are National referees from different states of the couture giving opportunities to promote across the country
- Dilipkumar Manubhai Pandav
- Karan Singh
- Kapil Yadav
- Govind
- Mannala Nagaraju
- Gandla Shiva Kumar
- Cajetan Pinheiro
- Sandeep Kumar
- Hirani Rasila Manji
- Pulkit
- Sumit

Together, we move forward with courage, inclusivity and hope. Wishing all a bright and empowering New Year 2026.

We are proud and delighted to share that Mr. David Absalom, General Secretary of the Indian Blind Sports Association (IBSA), has been appointed as a member of the Executive Board of the International Blind Sports Federation - IBSA.

This addition further strengthens IBSA’s leadership, governance, and commitment to advancing sports for the blind worldwide.

Congratulations, Mr. Absalom David

A Glimpse from the 1st Youth Para Goalball Championship 2025
Proudly organized by Para Sports Association, Delhi at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Training Center for Disability Sports, Gwalior (M.P.)
We witnessed incredible passion, determination, and sportsmanship as young para-athletes came together to showcase their talent and spirit of the game.
Boys’ Teams
Andhra Pradesh | Delhi | Gujarat | Madhya Pradesh | Maharashtra | Punjab | Pondicherry | Tamil Nadu | Telangana | Jharkhand | Chhattisgarh | Uttar Pradesh (pending)
Girls’ Teams
Andhra Pradesh | Delhi | Gujarat | Madhya Pradesh | Maharashtra | Pondicherry | Telangana | Jharkhand | Chhattisgarh
A big salute to all participants for making this championship truly inspiring. The journey of para sports in India continues with greater strength and unity!

The much-awaited Inauguration Ceremony at Alexandria, Egypt, has set the stage for the 4th Egyptian Pyramids Goalball Championship. Our Indian Men and Women Goalball Team is full of energy, pride, and determination as they gear up for their first match on this global platform.
With months of hard work and dedication behind them, the team is ready to showcase their talent, resilience, and spirit of sportsmanship. Representing the tricolor in an international arena is a moment of immense honor, and our athletes are prepared to make the nation proud.
Let’s stand together to cheer for them as they step onto the court with passion in their hearts and victory in their sights.
All the best, Team India – let’s shine bright in Egypt!

Indian Men’s and Women’s Goalball Teams are all set to begin their journey to Egypt with unmatched motivation, focus, and dedication to conquer the trophy at the 4th Egyptian Pyramids Goalball Championship 2025.
With every throw, block, and dive, they carry the spirit of India and the dreams of millions who believe in the power of perseverance and passion.
Let’s come together to cheer for our champions as they showcase their skill, strength, and determination on the global stage.
Wishing Team India Goalball, the very best for this international challenge—may you shine bright and make the nation proud!
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Men’s and Women’s Goalball Teams are all set to begin their journey to Egypt with unmatched motivation, focus, and dedication to conquer the trophy at the 4th Egyptian Pyramids Goalball Championship 2025.
With every throw, block, and dive, they carry the spirit of India and the dreams of millions who believe in the power of perseverance and passion.
Let’s come together to cheer for our champions as they showcase their skill, strength, and determination on the global stage.
Wishing Team India Goalball, the very best for this international challenge—may you shine bright and make the nation proud!

On this National Sports Day, we salute the indomitable spirit of our athletes, who inspire the nation with their resilience, determination, and courage.
Sports is not just about strength or sight—it is about vision, passion, and perseverance. Our visually impaired athletes prove that true vision lies in the heart, not in the eyes. Every drop of sweat, every hour of training, and every challenge overcome reflects their unshakable will to achieve greatness.
Their journey reminds us that disability is not inability. With each victory, they break barriers, redefine limits, and showcase the power of dreams. On this day, let us celebrate and pledge to create an inclusive sporting environment where every talent gets the chance to shine.

History created in Giza, Egypt! Kokila wins GOLD at the IBSA Para Judo Grand Prix, becoming the first-ever Indian woman to achieve this incredible milestone! Defeating Japan in the finals, she has made the nation proud and inspired millions with her strength, courage, and determination. A huge thanks to the Indian Blind & Para Judo Association, Indian Blind Sports Association (IBSA) & OGQ for their support. Congratulations Kokila – you’re a true champion!

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The Indian Women’s Goalball Team is undergoing intensive training as they prepare to compete at the prestigious 4th Egyptian Pyramids Goalball Championship. This global platform is more than just a tournament—it is a chance for our athletes to showcase their strength, skill, and determination on the international stage.
Our women athletes have been putting in endless hours of hard work, focusing on agility, coordination, and strategy, determined to make India proud. Their journey is a story of courage and persistence—reminding us all that with passion and perseverance, no challenge is too big.
Let’s come together to celebrate their spirit and extend our heartfelt best wishes.

On this 79th Independence Day, the Indian Blind Sports Association proudly reaffirms its commitment to empowering visually impaired athletes across the nation.
Our journey is driven by the belief that true independence is about creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and enabling every individual to reach their full potential—on and off the field.
Today, as we salute the sacrifices of our freedom fighters, we also celebrate the determination, talent, and achievements of our visually impaired sportspersons who inspire the nation with their resilience and passion.
Let’s work together towards a future where every athlete, regardless of ability, gets the platform they deserve to shine.
Happy Independence Day!