Once again this year, Panathlon International took part in the CSIT Congress – International Workers and Amateurs in Sports Confederation, renewing the collaboration that has linked the two organisations for years in promoting the ethical and cultural values of sport.
The President of Panathlon International, Giorgio Chinellato, and Past President Pierre Zappelli were unable to attend the award ceremony as they were busy in Mexico, where the Pan American Congress of Panathlon International was taking place at the same time.
Claudio Muccioli, President of Panathlon Club San Marino, officially represented the Association and presented the Panathlon CSIT WSG 2025 Award, accompanied by Past President Leo Achilli.
The award, established in collaboration between CSIT and Panathlon International, is intended for those persons who, through their commitment and example, have contributed to spreading the sporting ideal, promoting fairness, respect and solidarity through sport.
For the 2025 edition, the award was presented to Elisabeth Speiser, President of the ICSBF – International Catch'n Serve Ball Sports Federation, a leading figure in the international sports scene. Under her leadership, the ICSBF has developed and promoted an innovative and inclusive discipline, Catch'n Serve Ball, which encourages the participation of athletes of all ages and abilities, focusing on fair play, socialising and cooperation among participants.
Through her tireless work, Elisabeth Speiser has fully embodied the principles shared by Panathlon International and CSIT: sport as a tool for education, friendship and social progress.
In previous years, the Panathlon CSIT WSG Award has been presented to prominent figures such as Prof. Kalevi Olin, Honorary President of CSIT, and Avi Sagi, both of whom were honoured at the closing ceremonies by representatives of Panathlon International, led at the time by Past President Pierre Zappelli.
With this new edition, Panathlon International renews its commitment alongside CSIT to support and celebrate those who, through sport, promote the universal values of humanity, integrity and inclusion.