Last week, CEV President Roko Sikirić was present at the European University Sports Association (EUSA) Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner held in Zagreb, Croatia. This notable gathering took place shortly after the EUSA General Assembly, an event that concluded with the election of Mr. Haris Pavletic as the organization`s new President for the 2025-2029 term.
CEV President Roko Sikirić photographed with members of the EUSA leadership.
The event offered a significant opportunity for the CEV President to engage in a series of productive discussions with high-ranking national and international sports officials. Among those he met were the newly elected EUSA President, Haris Pavletic, as well as Leonz Eder, President of the International University Sports Federation (FISU).
Since the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in 2017, CEV and EUSA have collaborated to identify and utilize pathways for expanding the sport of volleyball. EUSA has a long history of organizing annual volleyball championships for student athletes, a tradition that dates back to 2001, underscoring its commitment to fostering the sport within university settings.
CEV President Roko Sikirić in conversation with the recently appointed EUSA leader, Mr. Haris Pavletic.
“We firmly believe, alongside EUSA, that sport extends beyond mere competition; it is fundamentally about education, instilling values, and creating vital opportunities for young individuals,” remarked the CEV President. “Together, we will continue our efforts to cultivate these essential values for generations to come, thereby ensuring that Volleyball remains a sport synonymous with inclusion and diverse opportunities, from the university and grassroots levels to the pinnacle of our professional game. It is only by forging strong connections across all these levels that we can truly build a more robust future for European Volleyball, for society as a whole, and for sport itself,” he continued. “I extend my sincere best wishes to Mr. Pavletic and his esteemed colleagues on the EUSA Executive Committee for all their current and future undertakings – and our organization remains poised to offer assistance to EUSA, enabling us to further expand our collaborative initiatives.”
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