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25.01.2022 Here is the third video of the BISFed Development Committee's series of educational resources supporting boccia athletes and coaches. The Shot Types video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aclaRsEzPsU&feature=youtu.be Understanding different shot types and how and when to execute each type of shot is important to player development and the ability of an athlete to execute a variety of shot types is crucial in allowing an athlete to manipulate and control the head (grouping of boccia balls around the jack).

23.01.2022 You can still play singles while keeping a social distance, when the athletes and RAs move in and out of the box, according to who has the bat.

23.01.2022 The second video in the series by the BISFed Development Committee to assist boccia athletes and coaches. This one is on Methods of Propulsion - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txrFrRWFGUI&feature=youtu.be There are a variety of ways in which a player can propel a boccia ball out onto court and identifying an athletes preferred method is important during the early stages of their development. Some athletes may find they can use more than one method depending on the type of shot they choose to play or power required to execute the desired shot.

22.01.2022 Boccia Australia is very proud and excited to release its 2019 Annual Report - Go to our website or click on the link to see how we went! https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/d9mozgrnze4qksdl.pdf

22.01.2022 Save the Date! The 2021 BA Nationals Titles will be held in Hobart from Monday 15th to Thursday 18th November at the Hobart Netball & Sports Centre, New Town. BA and ParaQuad are proud to be working together to hold a great competition in a great venue. So join us there!

22.01.2022 Now we are starting to come out of isolation and playing boccia with our friends we need to make sure we are following the guidelines (see link https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/news/vfyaypzlul9jb8sx.pdf ) Wendy and Phil have been enjoying playing together while keeping to guidelines

22.01.2022 BA has reviewed its Codes of Conduct to provide clear behaviour guidelines and promote a quality environment in which both sports and participants can thrive. It covers everyone involved in our sport including athletes, sports assistants, volunteers, referees and coaches https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/ml8pf6lrikdtjttc.pdf... Referees Code of Conduct https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/ebiykgrw63nmzwdw.pdf

21.01.2022 Remember this exciting game at the 2016 Nationals?

20.01.2022 Grants available for our young boccia players

20.01.2022 Watch out for Rising Phoenix on Netflix - featuring Paralympians from across the world, this film tells the extraordinary story of the Paralympic Games. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-W7Bek4jvos&t=5s

20.01.2022 Thank you to all our great coaches out there!

20.01.2022 Wanted: Pathway Coordinator Boccia Australia is looking for someone who is passionate about sports, ideally a self-starter looking for a very flexible part-time job. The Pathways Coordinator is responsible for the identification, development and implementation of national pathways and development for boccia in Australia, all the way from recreational participation through to high performance for both athletes and coaches. More information go to https://www.boccia.com.au/news/wanted-pathways-coordinator/

18.01.2022 Be sure to check out and subscribe to the BISFed YouTube channel and tune in for the replay of the Individual BC2 final from the 2018 World Championships - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSN--O0I_VFzGvdEynNDd2w/

18.01.2022 Spring editon of our newsletter Around the Courts out now https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/news/ftvhevdzputc1gi4.pdf

18.01.2022 While not compulsory in NSW, some people attending Hunter Boccia today chose to wear masks. In NSW its recommended that people wear masks if it is difficult to maintain social distancing or if you are in an area where there is community transmission - keep up the good work enjoying boccia while keeping to the health guidelines

17.01.2022 The dream hasnt changed and neither have our goals! 12 months to go!

17.01.2022 Congratulations to Scott Martin of Boccia New Zealand who has been appointed to the BISFed Development Committee. Scott is known to many Australian Boccia athletes as the organizer of Boccia New Zealand, Coach and International Referee. I know Scott will do a great job on this committee, which will have benefits to both New Zealand and Australia, as well as the world wide boccia community

17.01.2022 Hunter Cup is Back! The 8th year of the highly successful Hunter Singles Cup will be held on Saturday 29th May 2021 with the Team Cup on Sunday30th may. COVID safety rules will be adhered too throughout the competition. The deadline for registrations is 3rd May, at 5pm. All registration forms and full payment must be received by this date. Numbers are capped so register early to avoid disappointment.... More information https://www.boccia.com.au//hunter-cup-saturday-29th-sunda/ Enquiries [email protected]

17.01.2022 The IPC has launched a new podcast series with Allianz, A Winning Mindset: Lessons From The Paralympics and episode three, launched today, is with Boccia athlete Greg Polychronidis from Greece. Access the podcast here: https://pod.fo/e/38d19. It includes the Boccia World Cup in Christchurch NZ in 2003

17.01.2022 National Titles 2020 COVID Response Changes Due to the increased uncertainty from travel restrictions as a result of COVID 19 pandemic and to ensure the integrity of the competition, the location of the 2020 Boccia National Titles will be moved from Hobart, Tasmania. The Board of BA is currently exploring an alternative location for the Nationals to be held before the end of 2020. We recognize that even an alternative depends on the status of the pandemic in the weeks leadin...g up to any new arrangements. This was a difficult decision to make especially in the context of ParaQuad Tasmania foundational work to organize a great competition. In recognition of this work BA currently plans to hold the 2021 National Titles in Hobart. ParaQuad Tasmania is looking forward to welcoming athletes in 2021 and will be supporting BA in the re scheduling of the 2020 National Titles. We also want to recognize there are some athletes who have already organized travel and hope an early decision based on COVID circumstances helps you secure a refund or credit. The date and location of the 2020 Nationals will be confirmed shortly, however will probably be in Sydney at the end of October. See more

16.01.2022 Sydney 2000 Paras! Today marks 20 years since the 2000 Paralympics in Sydney, where Australia was proudly represented by 6 great boccia athletes. They were BC3s Ange McReynolds and Karen Stewart, BC1s John Richardson and Lyn Coleman, with BC2s Warren Brearley and Scott Elsworth. They were assisted by one of key movers in boccia and head coach Joan Stevens. Scott, Ange and John still play competitively with Scott in the High Performance Team DId anyone see them play in Sydney 2000? Tell us your stories!

16.01.2022 Boccia New Zealand Calendar now available. Be great to see some of our Aussie players travel across the ditch and maybe some Kiwi's at our Nationals in Hobart, November.

15.01.2022 All the action from Boccia - The Battle (Day 1 of 2) (c) Joep Buijs Photography

14.01.2022 NSW state ranking for 2020 - Congratulations to all athletes! note as the Boccia Australia National Titles were cancelled, the national rankings remain unchanged since 2019. They are available on the website at https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/z1sulthzylfoz6lk.pdf

14.01.2022 Great Advice from Cheol Hyeon Kwon

14.01.2022 Nationals 2020 Cancelled. After lengthy discussion and careful consideration, the Board has made the very difficult decision that the reality of COVID19 makes holding Boccia Australia National Titles in 2020 untenable. The decision was made based on significant concerns that a large number of our athletes would not be able to attend due to health concerns and the increasing uncertainties around interstate travel. It was a painful decision for us to make especially after p...ulling the rabbit out of the hat with 2019 BANT and all the hard work that has already gone into preparing the 2020 titles. We will now turn our energies to organizing another way of coming together nationally this year perhaps virtually stay tuned. We hope 2021 sees the end of COVID19 and a great BANT in Tasmania See more

13.01.2022 Canberra Cup postponed Due to concerns about COVID, the Canberra Cup has been postponed. It will now take place from Saturday 4th to Sunday 5th September 2021 We will let you know when registrations open.

13.01.2022 Join in the Rainbow Cup with Boccia England and make some new boccia friends!

13.01.2022 The winter edition of our newsletter Around the Courts is out now Find it at https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/news/ksjvtjrvec86wisf.pdf

13.01.2022 2021 Scholarship & Mentoring Program for Junior Athletes ! Australian junior athletes (U21) are invited to apply for the 2021 Sport Australia Hall of Fame Scholarship & Mentoring Program. The SAHOF Program is one of the most elite mentoring programs in Australia, if not the world. It has three Tiers which means more Scholarships granted, greater financial support and an increase in Scholarship Recipients who will be Mentored by an Australian great SAHOF Member. Applications c...lose Midnight, Sunday, August 2, 2020 no exceptions To apply or for more information contact: https://sahof.org.au/apply-now-2021-scholarship-mentoring-/ See more

13.01.2022 Queensland State Titles Results BC1/BC2. Gold: Anisley Pond. Silver: Fiona Lyons BC3. Gold: Samuel Thorne. Silver: Will Proctor BC4/BC5/EMU. Gold: JP LaFontaine. Silver: Trina Stewart BC1/BC2 Team. Gold: Anisley Pond, Lachlan Kavanagh & Lochlan Thomas. Silver: Fiona Lyons, Daniel Swart & Danielle Stewart.... BC3 Pairs: Samuel Thorne & Lachlan Williamson. Silver: Nathan Langdown & Will Proctor. BC4/BC5/EMU. Gold JP Lafontaine& Kat Bowen. SIlver: Laura Dawson & Trina Stewart. Well done everyone! See more

13.01.2022 The 2020 - 2024 Draft Strategic Plan for Boccia in Australia is now available for comment. Just click on this link https://www.boccia.com.au//boccia-australia-strategic-pla/ Thank you to those who contributed from across Australia the coaches, officials, and club administrators but most of all the athletes and their friends and family who told us their hopes and dreams for boccia in Australia. We hope we have done you justice! Please send us your feedback, by Monday 27th July, to [email protected]

13.01.2022 A pretty catchy tune and brilliant initiative!

11.01.2022 Great weekend in Brisbane for the State Titles 2020! Congratulations to all the athletes, volunteers and organisers

11.01.2022 2019 BISFed General Assembly The final minutes of the BISFed General Assembly meeting held on the 4th November 2019 in Povoa de Varzim, Portugal are now available. No comments were received on the draft minutes distributed to all those present at the meeting. Australia was not present at the Meeting which was held during our National titles. Click here to read the minutes https://mcusercontent.com//BISFed_2019_General_Assembly_Mi

10.01.2022 BISFed have recently released some terrific videos - this one is about warming up. Check it out on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyjsP6dqDC8

10.01.2022 Welcome to the new official Facebook page for Boccia Australia. We are working hard with FB to merge the old page with this one. Please invite all your Boccia friends to like and follow this page.

10.01.2022 A very big congratulations to Jamieson Leeson who today was announced as a recipient of a Sport Australia Hall of Fame scholarship. Well done on your achievements to date which has earned you this recognition. Good luck for your HSC starting next week and the HP team look forward to you rejoining training soon!

10.01.2022 Congratulations Sporting Wheelies - a great initiative. We will see lots of great boccia at this wonderful new venue

10.01.2022 Congratulations to Brazil hosts of the 2020 World Boccia Championships Watch the announcement here

09.01.2022 he next installment of the BISFed Development Committee's series of educational videos supporting boccia athletes and coaches is the Technical Process video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=4... Mastering the mechanics of and athletes routine in preparation for playing a shot is critical to the execution and success of each shot played during training and competition.

08.01.2022 Great to see an Australian direct aid program supporting the Para Boccia Federation in Mongolia

07.01.2022 Boccia Australia is looking for an all-rounder to assist the BC3 head coach in the delivery of high performance training. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn, show initiative and work well as part of a team. Please go to the BA website via the below link for more details. All enquires/applications are to be directed to Caroline Walker at [email protected] ... https://www.boccia.com.au//high-performance-training-supp/

07.01.2022 Very sad news from ACT Boccia.Mohgamat will be greatly missed by all.

07.01.2022 Annual General Meeting The 2021 AGM will be held virtually, by Google Hangouts at 7.30pm AEDT, (NSW time) on Sunday 7th March 2021 All BA members are invited to attend. State Delegates or their proxy have voting rights. Nominations are being sought for a new Board Member. Nomination forms, Notice of Meeting and link address are found at https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au//fi/ekq2v0mswnwjwtwb.docx

06.01.2022 The new BISFed website is called World Boccia and is at https://www.worldboccia.com/ Check it out its easier to use than the old website and has lots of interesting information & videos. The Boccia International Sports Federation (BISFed) will continue to be the International Federation responsible for governing Boccia

06.01.2022 Does anyone know who this great athlete is?

06.01.2022 Two of the worlds greatest wheelchair sports people meet up for a chat tonight on ABC TV. Kurt Fearnley interviews Dylan Alcott tonight at 9.30 on ABC TVs Ku...rt Fearnleys One On One. They talk about sport, mental and physical strength, their early years and what the future holds for them. Kurt says that he talks to many of his sports heroes in the series. Its must-see viewing for all of us who are involved in wheelchair sport.

05.01.2022 Dont miss the live replay of the Individual BC3 Final from the 2018 World Championships being played on the BISFed YouTube Channel Friday night - late 10pm EST! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQpVNkmkkuY&feature=youtu.be This match is an absolute thriller!!

05.01.2022 Good to see competition happening again in NSW!

04.01.2022 Great to see Brisbane City Boccia back!

04.01.2022 Great to see the Kiwis in Action

03.01.2022 The Paralympics were due to be held this month - 4 years ago Dan and Ash competed in Rio

03.01.2022 The BA Nomination Criteria for 2020 Tokyo is available on the website at https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/vumqxz6afwz8tuwz.pdf

03.01.2022 Wanted: Australian Head Referee The position of Australian Head Referee will be become vacant in December. If you are an experienced Referee, Level 2 or above you may be interested in this challenge. Applications to [email protected] by Friday 2nd October 2020 https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/news/dxyg8o1ahojsvqqt.pdf

03.01.2022 Heres some good shots to practice, from BISFed. Time to get ready to get back to boccia at your club - not long now

03.01.2022 The Boccia Australia Anti-doping Policy has been updated by Sport Integrity Australia and approved by the Board Click here to view https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au/site/7nux6rmaobzktbfb.pdf

02.01.2022 Guess Who and join the fun!

02.01.2022 Exciting Boccia tonight Friday 10th July 10pm - the live replay of the Individual BC4 competition Final of the 2018 BISFed Boccia World Championships, between Yusansen Zheng from China and Euclides Grisales from Colombia. https://youtu.be/zY3ZP8WLkJY

02.01.2022 The BISFed Development Committee has been working hard to create a number of educational video resources to assist boccia athletes and coaches which we will be sharing with you over the next couple of weeks. The first of these resources is the Terminology video - Consistent terminology is important for athletes and coaches to ensure effective and efficient communication between one another.

02.01.2022 NZ Championship Bc1.2. 4 Finals

02.01.2022 BA Strategy 2020 2024 Released! Boccia Australia is very pleased to release its four year strategy. It was developed through extensive consultation with our members and stakeholders. https://cdn.revolutionise.com.au//fil/payxm8walbahb7rn.pdf

02.01.2022 2021 Anti-Doping Policy Under the rules of Boccia Australia, the Board of Boccia Australia adopts the Australian National Anti-Doping Policy, effective from 1 January 2021, and found on the Sport Integrity Australia website as the anti-doping policy for the sport of Boccia Australia in Australia All athletes and support personnel should be aware of their responsibilities to comply with this policy https://www.sportintegrity.gov.au//australian-national-ant

02.01.2022 Our HP Team rubbing shoulders with Netball elite today and earning themselves a few more fans!

01.01.2022 Back playing and training safely in the ACT.

01.01.2022 Hunter Boccia social games are back - different venue but just as much fun!

01.01.2022 NEW AUSTRALIAN HEAD REF BA is proud and excited to announce our new Australian Head Referee Lisa Hanssens of NSW. She will be supported by Lucy Bates as Assistant Head Ref. Both are well known Referees and will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to those positions. It will be sad to lose Pam Johnston in February, but she is leaving a great legacy, which I know Lisa, Lucy and their team will build on.