Dr. Koohpayehzadeh: Success of National Student Para-Athletics and Para-Swimming Teams Proves Youth Investment is Key to Victory

irisfd convened its second managerial council meeting this Wednesday under the leadership of Dr. Koohpayehzadeh, attended by vice presidents, advisors, and department directors.

Key Remarks by Federation President:
Celebrating Recent Achievements:

Extended congratulations for medal hauls by:
✓ *National Para-Athletics Team* at Serbia’s Student Olympics
✓ *Para-Swimming Team* at Japan’s World Series

“These triumphs herald a promising year for Iran’s disabled sports”

Youth Development Focus:

“The student para-athletics team’s success and young para-swimmers’ medals demonstrate that investing in youth will:”
• Secure strong future for Asian Para Games (Nagoya 2026)
• Build foundation for 2028 Paralympics

Asian Youth Para Games Expansion:

With Dubai confirmed as host, Iran will now field youth teams in 7 disciplines:
✓ Para Archery
✓ Para Table Tennis
✓ Boccia
✓ Wheelchair Basketball

Operational Reports:
Department heads concluded the meeting with performance reviews of their respective units.

Other news