Search begins for new IPC CEO.
Following the departure of Xavier Gonzalez, The IPC has started its search for a new CEO according to IPC Press Release. More on the search here.
ANOC Beach Games Relocating
Plans to hold the first ANOC World Beach Games in San Diego fell apart as ATR first reported this week. David Wharton of the Los Angeles Times filed this account of the demisehere.
Tokyo 2020 Drafts Plan for Traffic Control
According to NHK World-Japan, Japanese authorities are planning to charge extra tolls in order to reduce traffic congestion during the Olympic and Paralympic games next year.
President of NBA Africa BAL Announced
ESPNreports that Amadou Gallo Fall has been announced as president of the new Basketball Africa League for the NBA.
British Sailing Team Announces Athletes for Tokyo 2020 Test Event
A total of 17 athletes will represent Great Britain during the Tokyo 2020 test event Ready Steady Tokyo. For more on the athletes click here.
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