Historic Achievement.. Hassan Sedky Becomes First Egyptian to Lead IWBF Players Committee
Egyptian wheelchair basketball player Hassan Sedky has achieved a historic milestone after being elected President of the Players Committee at the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF), becoming the first Egyptian to hold this global position and strengthening Egypt’s presence in international sports organizations. 🇪🇬
Hassan Sedky Makes History at the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation 🏀🌍
🔥 Hassan Sedky, Egypt’s wheelchair basketball national team player, has written his name in the history books of Egyptian and international sports after being elected President of the Players Committee at the International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF).
📢 This achievement marks the first time an Egyptian has taken charge of the IWBF Players Committee, making Sedky a member of the federation’s board by virtue of his new position and allowing him to represent athletes at the highest international level.
⭐ The milestone highlights the growing influence of Egyptian sporting talents in global organizations, especially in adaptive sports, which have experienced major development in recent years.
Historic Election During First Meeting of New Players Committee 🇪🇬🏆
📍Hassan Sedky was elected during the first meeting of the new Players Committee, which was held at the Patrick Baumann Basketball House in Mies, Switzerland, following the latest IWBF elections.
🔥 The meeting brought together athlete representatives from different continents, supported by a grant from the International Paralympic Committee, reflecting the global commitment to increasing athletes’ participation in decision-making.
✨ The new committee includes eight player representatives from different IWBF regions:
✅ Hassan Sedky – Egypt 🇪🇬
✅ James McSorley – Britain 🇬🇧
✅ Hannah Dodd – Australia 🇦🇺
✅ Kadie Dandino – Canada 🇨🇦
✅ John Boi – United States 🇺🇸
✅ Mariska Beijer – Netherlands 🇳🇱
✅ Hiroki Kozai – Japan 🇯🇵
✅ Michelle Moganedi – South Africa 🇿🇦
Global Confidence in Egypt’s Representative 🌍⭐
📢 Hassan Sedky’s selection as committee president represents more than an administrative role; it reflects the confidence of athletes worldwide who chose him to lead the body responsible for connecting players with IWBF leadership.
💪 The Players Committee works to communicate athletes’ opinions and contribute to policies aimed at developing wheelchair basketball globally.
🔥 The position gives Sedky an opportunity to support players’ rights, improve competition environments, and help expand the sport worldwide.
New Leadership Structure Based on Teamwork 🤝🏀
⭐ During the meeting, Hassan Sedky was elected president, while Mariska Beijer from the Netherlands and Kadie Dandino from Canada were chosen as vice presidents.
📍The new structure reflects IWBF’s commitment to cooperation between player representatives from different continents and building a collective vision for the future of the sport.
✨ The committee aims to improve communication with athletes and ensure greater involvement in decisions shaping wheelchair basketball.
International Recognition for the New Players Committee 🚀🌍
📢 IWBF Secretary General Gabriel Zanginveind emphasized that the Players Committee represents one of the most important elements of the federation’s structure.
🏆 He highlighted its key role in delivering athletes’ voices and contributing to the global development of wheelchair basketball.
🔥 This reflects the worldwide movement toward giving athletes a stronger role in managing sports organizations and shaping decisions that affect their careers.
Hassan Sedky: A Great Responsibility and Opportunity to Serve Athletes 💪🇪🇬
📢 Hassan Sedky expressed his happiness and pride after receiving the confidence of international athletes, confirming that leading the Players Committee is a major responsibility.
💬 He described the position as a great honor, explaining that wheelchair basketball changed his life and gave him valuable experiences that motivate him to serve athletes worldwide.
⭐ Sedky confirmed that he will work to ensure players’ voices reach all levels of decision-making within IWBF while increasing awareness of the committee’s role.
Egypt Continues Expanding Presence in Global Sports 🇪🇬🔥
🏆 Hassan Sedky’s achievement represents another important addition to Egyptian sports history and proves that Egyptian athletes can succeed not only on the field but also in leadership positions.
📢 The achievement strengthens Egypt’s reputation in adaptive sports and highlights the progress of Egyptian athletes on continental and international levels.
✨ It also provides inspiration for future generations, proving that dedication and hard work can lead to reaching the highest international positions.
Conclusion 🏆🔥
📢 Hassan Sedky’s election as President of the IWBF Players Committee represents a historic moment in both his career and Egyptian sports history.
⭐ Through this role, Sedky will not only represent Egypt but will also become a global voice for wheelchair basketball players and contribute to shaping the future of the sport.
🇪🇬 A new achievement has been added to Egyptian sports, proving that Egyptian talents are capable of reaching the top on the international stage.
💬 What do you think about this historic achievement? Share your opinion and support Egyptian sports champions. 🏀🔥
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