European Goalball Tournament Comes to Oundle: The Battle for Glory Begins!

Oundle is set to host a truly historic sporting event as the EGCA Goalball Champions League Qualifiers arrive at Oundle School Sports Centre from February 21st to 23rd—a first for the UK! This elite competition will see the best European club goalball teams battle for a place in the prestigious Champions League finals. Among the teams competing on home soil are Fen Tigers from Cambridgeshire and Northern Allstars from Newcastle, both hungry for victory in front of a passionate crowd.

For those unfamiliar, goalball is an exhilarating Paralympic sport designed specifically for visually impaired athletes. Played in complete silence, players rely on their hearing and lightning-fast reflexes to track a ball filled with bells and launch powerful shots past their opponents. With athletes diving full-length to make dramatic saves and the game played at breakneck speed, it’s a truly unique and intense sporting spectacle.

Adding to the excitement, Paralympic commentator Brad Hope, fresh from calling the action at Paris 2024, will be on-site to bring the matches to life. His expert insights will be available via live stream and through audio description headsets for spectators in the venue, making this an inclusive and immersive experience for all.

This is a rare chance to witness world-class Paralympic athletes competing right here in Oundle, showcasing incredible skill, teamwork, and resilience. Whether you’re a sports fan, a supporter of inclusive events, or just looking for something new and thrilling, the EGCA Goalball Champions League Qualifiers promise to be an unforgettable spectacle! Entry is free, so come along and cheer on these elite athletes as they fight for European glory!