Panathlon International

Panathlon International Club Cordoba - Premios reconocimiento deportivo

Premios de reconocimiento al deporte en nombre de Panathlon Cordoba entregados a personalidades y equipos que se destacan en el rugby y rugby Mixed Ability (rugby para personas con/sin discapacidad. Los mismos se entregaron a Sebastian Perasso, Salvador Mosso para Cabure Rugby, Ignacio Busso para Toros XV y Alberto Mugno para Dinos XV. Los mismos se entregaron en el Torneo Nacional/Sudamericano de Rugby Mixed celebrado los días 24 al 26 de Noviembre del corriente en la Ciudad de Río Cuarto Provincia de Córdoba. En la foto estamos César Lopez Martí y Patricio Centeno integrantes de la CD del club Córdoba. 

Change in the leadership of District France 

The General Elective Assembly of the District France was held in Paris on 27 November last, in the presence of the International President Pierre Zappelli, due to the resignation for personal reasons of the current President Jean-Luc Grillon.

Panathlete Marc Rozenblat, founder member of Panathlon Club Reims Champagne and former Secretary of the District, has been elected, interim President. To him the warmest congratulations and best wishes for a good job, to the past President of the District the most heartfelt thanks for his commitment in these two years.  

Mention of Panathlon International in IOC newsletter and publication of FICTS winning films

On the last IOC news bulletin was published the news of the award ceremony of the International Video Competition "Sport, Montain & Olympism- Snow & Ice Sports" promoted by Panathlon International - PI D. Chiesa Foundation and FICTS.

The Ceremony took place in Milan on the occasion of the FICTS Sport Movies & TV Festival, last 11th November. Below you can see the winning films:

LA MIA STORIA SUL GHIACCIO link

VERTIGO link

EGOLAND link

Special Prize of Panathlon Clubs: VERTIGO

Special Prize of the audience: UN GOL PER ARRIVARE IN FINALE link

Diploma of Honor to: TWINKLING EYES ON THE ICE link

Diploma of Honor to: AFRICA 2022 – MOUNT KILIMANGIARO link

SAMF Multiplier Event in Italy

The activity in schools aimed at sensitizing young people on issues related to sport has always been one of the most important mission of Panathlon International. 

For this reason the Panathlon Club of Pesaro together with Dr. Barbara Rossi, on the morning of Tuesday, November 28th at the Istituto Agrario "A. Cecchi" in Pesaro, held the formative meeting of the SAMF Project with 60 students of 15 years.

As Pedagogist, Sports Director and Past President, she talked about the Samf Project and opened an educational dialogue on the phenomenon of match fixing, its causes and consequences.

The fight against corruption was highlighted as one of the central themes of sport, the promotion of integrity and positive values in sport is one of the main challenges.

Here below some photos of the meeting 

Panathlon International Club Cordoba - Premios reconocimiento deportivo

Premios de reconocimiento al deporte en nombre de Panathlon Cordoba entregados a personalidades y equipos que se destacan en el rugby y rugby Mixed Ability (rugby para personas con/sin discapacidad. Los mismos se entregaron a Sebastian Perasso, Salvador Mosso para Cabure Rugby, Ignacio Busso para Toros XV y Alberto Mugno para Dinos XV. Los mismos se entregaron en el Torneo Nacional/Sudamericano de Rugby Mixed celebrado los días 24 al 26 de Noviembre del corriente en la Ciudad de Río Cuarto Provincia de Córdoba. En la foto estamos César Lopez Martí y Patricio Centeno integrantes de la CD del club Córdoba. 

PCU Student Chess Cup 2023: Celebrating Fair Play and Chess Excellence with a Multitude of Participants in Antwerp 

PCU Student Chess Cup 2023 started with AP Blitz Tournament on Friday, November 24. 

- Global Participation 

The PCU Chess Cup has garnered an impressive participation with 113 accredited players, representing 31 universities spanning across 15 countries (Belgium, Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Moldova, Morocco, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Turkey, UK). 

In a testament to their passion for the game, a substantial majority of participants in the PCU Chess Cup actively chose to engage in the AP Blitz tournament, despite its optional status and not being a mandatory component of the official competition 

A total of 89 students, representing 25 universities spanning across 12 countries, showcased their prowess in 9 intense rounds of Blitz chess on Friday, November 24. 

Following the Official Opening Ceremony on Saturday, November 25, the main competition started in the Swiss System unfolding on 56 tables. 

In total, on 25-26 November 2023, in 9 rounds of the PCU Chess Cup, 495 games were played by 113 chess players. 

- Champions Emerge: High-Level Play Rewarded 

Celebrating Chess Diversity the PCU Chess Cup, with its blend of FIDE and non-FIDE participants, celebrates the essence of chess – a game that transcends titles and embraces the beauty of diverse playing styles. 

The players, ascended to victory, demonstrated a amazingly high level of play, making the tournament a true showcase of chess excellence. The unpredictability of chess unfolded with unexpected results, injecting an extra layer of excitement into the tournament. Some players’ performance surpassed their federation ratings, indicating a level of play that exceeded the numerical assessments. 

Congratulations to the champions of AP Blitz Tournament: 

1st Place - Aras Vardanyan (Vilnius University, Lithuania)

2nd Place - Daniel Grimm (Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary) 

3rd Place - William Boudry (Artevelde University of Applied Sciences, Belgium) 

Congratulations to the PCU Student Chess Cup 2023 Champions: 

1st Place - Daniel Grimm (Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary)

2nd Place - Natan Pirard (KU Leuven, Belgium)                          

3rd Place - Aras Vardanyan (Vilnius University, Lithuania) 

It's commendable that Daniel Grimm's victory in the tournament is perceived as well-deserved, especially considering the strategic decision not to opt for a quick draw early on. This choice, coupled with strong play throughout, reflects a commitment to genuine competition. 

The Full Results and Final Ranking are available on the website: https://pcucommittee.com/chess/#toggle-id-3 

- Emphasis on Fair Play 

In a remarkable collaboration with the Royal Belgian Chess Federation, AP University of Applied Sciences and Arts played host to the PCU Student Chess Cup 2023. The tournament not only glorified chess brilliance but also laid a strong emphasis on fair play and universal friendship. 

In a celebration of sportsmanship and friendship, the University of Konstanz team, participating in the PCU Chess Cup 2023, has been awarded the prestigious Fair Play Award. This recognition is a testament to their outstanding fair play behavior, as acknowledged by the Referees, Organizing Committee and the event staff. 

The team's commitment to fair play went beyond the chessboard, resonating through their interactions with fellow teams. Referees and organizers noted positive attitude of the players, graciousness in victory and defeat, and adherence to the principles of fair play throughout the tournament. 

The Fair Play Award is not merely a recognition of victories on the chessboard but a testament to the dedication to the principles of integrity, respect, and equity. 

The commendable Fair Play behavior of players from two other teams, the University of Essex and the University of Munster, was also recognized and rewarded. 

Our gratitude and congratulations to the Fair Play champions of the PCU Chess Cup 2023! 

Here's to celebrating the chess community's commitment to honorable competition and congratulating all teams involved for embodying the true essence of sportsmanship at the PCU Chess Cup! 

Alina Baranova

General Manager Communication 

The Committee of Panathlon Clubs of Universities

Panathlon Club Faenza - Consegnati i premi Fair Play del Club 

Consegnati i riconoscimenti del Panathlon Club Faenza: Fair Play come regola di sport e di vita

Premi alla carriera, alla promozione, al gesto e a giovani atleti

Alla sala “Bigari” della Residenza Municipale, si è svolta, con grande partecipazione di sportivi e appassionati, la consegna dei riconoscimenti per l’edizione 2023 del Premio Fair Play del Panathlon Club Faenza.

Francesco Fabbri, presidente del Tiro a Segno Nazionale e dell’Unione Nazionale Veterani dello Sport di Faenza ha ricevuto il premio alla “carriera”, mentre il giornalista Maurizio Marchesi, il riconoscimento per la “promozione”, mentre alla prima squadra Faenza Rugby, rappresentata dal presidente Andrea Sirotti, dal capitano e da un ampio gruppo di atleti, è andato il premio “al gesto”.

Con loro sono stati premiati i giovani atleti Sandy Mamini (tennis), Davide Babini (pallamano), Mattia Mazzini (lotta), Sara Valvassori (ginnastica ritmica), Aurora Bassetti (ginnastica artistica) che si sono distinti nelle proprie discipline sportive, in ricordo di panathleti scomparsi.

A Carlotta Ragazzini, campionessa di para tennis tavolo, che ha ottenuto risultati importanti a livello nazionale e internazionale, è stato consegnato il trofeo La BCC.

I riconoscimenti sono stati consegnati dalla vice presidente del Panathlon Club Faenza, Paola Lagorio, dall’assessore allo sport Martina Laghi e da Alex Cernera, funzionario de La BCC Ravennate, Forlivese, Imolese, ex atleta calciatore, ben a conoscenza dei valori sportivi.

“Un segno di riconoscenza a testimoni che con la loro attività si possono considerare fari per chi si impegna in campo sportivo ai diversi livelli” ha detto Laghi, mentre Lagorio ha evidenziato “il valore di premi che servono come esempio per la crescita sportiva dei più giovani”.

Cernera ha rimarcato il ruolo del “Fair Play che è l’elemento che fa di una gara una bella gara. È la regola non scritta, ma scolpita nelle coscienze, che dà umanità allo sport”.

Martina Laghi e Francesco Fabbri

Panathlon Club Padova - Concorso PANATHLON  SPORT & STUDY

Il 16 Novembre si è svolta la 63^cerimonia di consegna di 8 Borse di Studio (250 € ciascuna) agli studenti delle scuole superiori selezionati tra i 31 partecipanti che si sono contraddistinti per i risultati ottenuti sia a scuola che nello sport.

La commissione, presieduta da Mauro Gazzerro per la scelta dei premiati, ha collaborato con l'Apief & Lsm Padova (Associazione Padovana Insegnanti Educazione Fisica e Laureati in Scienze Motorie).  Presenti alla cerimonia le autorità che, dopo il discorso di apertura del Presidente Fiorenzo Zanella sono intervenute dimostrando l’orgoglio di avere nella nostra città atleti che mostrano il loro impegno agonistico non solo nello sport ma anche nello studio.

Presenti il Presidente regionale del CONI Dino Ponchio, l’Assessore allo Sport di Padova Diego Bonavina e il Presidente del CIP Veneto Ruggero Vilnai che ha ribadito l’importanza di coinvolgere il maggior numero di associazioni sportive specializzate in attività rivolte agli atleti disabili.

A premiare i ragazzi, oltre alle autorità, sono intervenute le campionesse Carlotta Baratto e Ilaria Cusinato.

Una cerimonia ricca di entusiasmo e di emozione in una bellissima location: il nuovo campo da calcio del Centro Sportivo Militare di Padova.

Durante la serata sono stati consegnati dal Presidente della Commissione Fair Play dott. Domenico Sassano: il Premio FAIR PLAY 2023 al Gesto al Prof. ENRICO PERANI e il Premio Speciale per la Promozione e Diffusione dei VALORI DELLO SPORT e del FAIR PLAY all’azienda TIGOTA’ di Padova.