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World Boccia22 Sept 2026
ReadTurkey and Kazakhstan Among Pilsen’s Standout Nations
By Graham Thomas The Pilsen 2026 World Boccia Challenger provided the first opportunity for many of the sport’s rising stars to test themselves in major international competition…
World Boccia9 Sept 2026
ReadSeoul Confirms the Boccia World is Changing
By Graham Thomas and Jungin Bae Indonesia’s rise to the top of the medal table was the headline act, but the bigger story from the Seoul 2026 World Boccia Championships was the…
Boccia Australia9 Sept 2026
ReadDaniel Michel Re-elected to World Boccia Athletes’ Committee
Boccia Australia congratulates Daniel Michel on his re-election to the World Boccia Athletes’ Committee for a second four-year term.
World Boccia8 Sept 2026
ReadDaniel Michel and Stefania Ferrando are Back on the Athletes Committee . . . Along with Four New Faces
By Graham Thomas and Jungin Bae Previous members Daniel Michel of Australia and Argentina’s Stefania Ferrando are among six athletes who have been elected to a new six-member…
Boccia Australia8 Sept 2026
ReadBoccia Australia becomes a Duke 4Volunteering Partner
Boccia Australia is proud to announce that it has become a Duke 4Volunteering Partner with The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia.
World Boccia29 Aug 2026
ReadAthletes Step up to Have Their Say Within World Boccia
The election of a new World Boccia Athletes’ Committee is now the next significant moment in a busy period of change for the sport, with the vote taking place during the 2026…
World Boccia29 Aug 2026
ReadSeoul World Championships Showcases Awesome Foursome who were there 24 Years Ago
By Graham Thomas The 2026 World Boccia Championships in Seoul are providing a remarkable link with the sport’s past, with four athletes competing in the Korean capital having also…
World Boccia27 Aug 2026
ReadHow to Watch and Follow the World Boccia Championships
The World Boccia Championships are underway in Seoul, South Korea with the first day of competition. Where to Watch the World Boccia Championships South Korea – SOOP Thailand –…
World Boccia24 Aug 2026
ReadSeoul set for a Boccia Battle of Champions as new Contenders Emerge
By Graham Thomas The world’s leading players will converge on Seoul this week for a World Championships that promises to be one of the most fiercely contested in the sport’s…
World Boccia20 Aug 2026
ReadWorld Boccia Board Candidates Stand for Election at General Assembly
World Boccia faces a very competitive election at next week’s General Assembly in Seoul after 12 candidates were confirmed for four board positions. The election, to be held on…
World Boccia17 Aug 2026
Read‘‘People Become Scared of Playing Against Him”: Stephen McGuire Ready to Embrace Favourite Tag in Seoul
By Graham Thomas Stephen McGuire has spent much of his career trying to reach the summit of boccia in BC4. Now, the Scottish Great Britain athlete arrives at the Seoul 2026 World…
World Boccia7 Aug 2026
ReadCarla Oliveira is Heading to the World Championships with Portugal . . . But Will Keep Her Eyes on the Prize at Home
By Graham Thomas Ahead of medals, titles, and ranked well above becoming one of the world’s leading BC4 players, Carla Oliveira’s greatest achievement came away from the boccia…
Boccia Australia9 July 2026
ReadBoccia Australia Launches New National Coach Pathway
Boccia Australia is proud to announce the development of a new National Coach Pathway, with the first education programs and learning opportunities set to launch between August…
Boccia Australia5 June 2026
ReadJoin the Team - Board Director (Volunteer)
Join the team shaping the future of boccia in Australia. Boccia Australia is seeking a passionate, forward-thinking Director who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and help drive a…
Boccia Australia7 Oct 2025
Read2025 Bant Summary
The 2025 Boccia Australia National Titles brought together 45 athletes from across Australia and New Zealand for five days of thrilling competition at the Australian Institute of…
Boccia Australia12 Sept 2025
ReadBoccia in Alice Springs - ABC Alice Springs Interview
Boccia Australia’s Sport Development Coordinator, Charles Eriku, spoke to ABC Alice Springs about Boccia’s rules, Australia’s success, and the launch of the Alice Springs Mini…
Boccia Australia11 Sept 2025
ReadAlice Springs Mini Paralympics Recap (1–4 September)
Boccia Australia was proudly represented at the Alice Springs Mini Paralympics from 1–4 September, with Sport Development Officer Charles leading a series of Boccia activities.
Boccia Australia9 Sept 2025
ReadAustralian Boccia Back On Top Of The Podium
Australia’s boccia team, featuring athletes Dan Michel and Jamieson Leeson alongside ramp assistants Ash Maddern and Jasmine Haydon, have captured gold in Seoul—dominating the BC3…