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IKF Beach Korfball World Cups 2025: Event Calendar

The dates for some of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cups to be played in this 2025 have been revealed by the BK Competition Committee.

The first event scheduled will be the BKWC (Europe), that will take place from 29 to 30 August in Stockholm, Sweden.

From 13 to 14 September, the city of Abidjan in Ivory Coast will host the IKF BKWC (Africa).

The 3rd confirmed event is the BKWC (Oceania), that will be played in November in Adelaide, Australia.

All these BK World Cups will add points to the IKF Beach Korfbal World Ranking.

Where to follow

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow some of these tournaments live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play, …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles (see below) and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

IKF Beach Korfbal profiles:

► instagram.com/beachkorfball
► facebook.com/beachkorfball
► tiktok.com/@beachkorfball

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF profiles:

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

Chinese Taipei are champions of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024!

A thrilling conclusion to the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 saw Chinese Taipei emerge victorious. After two intense days of competition between the 10 participating teams. In total 478 goals were scored across the 31 matches, showcasing the skill, speed, and teamwork of the athletes.

The Korfball Association of Thailand (KAT) hosted the event, which was also a qualifier tournament for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China. All matches will be played at Hua Mak Indoor Stadium in Sport Authority of Thailand.

The champions – Chinese Taipei (Photo: Krit Suttipithuk)

Silver medal: Czechia (Photo: Krit Suttipithuk)

Bronze medal: Poland (Photo Krit Suttipithuk)

Thrilling final

In the gold medal match, Chinese Taipei faced off against Czechia in a tightly contested game. At half-time, Chinese Taipei held a narrow 6-5 lead, with Czechia pushing hard to challenge one of the pre-tournament favorites. However, in the second half, Chinese Taipei’s precision and attacking strength shone through as they pulled away to secure a decisive 14-8 victory, claiming the gold medal.

Bronze medal decider

Earlier in the day, the bronze medal match saw Poland overcome Hungary in a hard-fought battle. Poland’s solid defense and sharp shooting led them to a 9-6 win, earning them a spot on the podium.

Final Standings
  1. 🥇 Gold – Chinese Taipei
  2. 🥈 Silver – Czechia
  3. 🥉 Bronze – Poland
  4. Hungary
  5. China
  6. Thailand
  7. Hong Kong China
  8. Australia
  9. Singapore
  10. Japan

Congratulations to Chinese Taipei on their championship victory, and a huge thank you to all the teams, organisers, and fans who made this event a success!

Photo galleries

Day 1

Day 2

Top goal scorers

Zsolt Majer and Anna VÁgÓ both from team Hungary top scored in the tournament with 22 and 15 goals respectively! Congratulations to both.

Top female goal scorer Anna VÁgÓ (HUN). Photo: Krit Suttipithuk

Top male goal scorer Zsolt Majer (HUN). Photo: Krit Suttipithuk

Live streams (playlist)

*Click on the right ≣ icon to select the game you want to watch

 

Promotional video

Where to follow

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow this tournament live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and live streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

IKF Beach Korfball profiles:

Website: www.beachkorfball.sport

► instagram.com/beachkorfball
► facebook.com/beachkorfball
► twitter.com/beachkorfball
► tiktok.com/@beachkorfball

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF profiles (see below):

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

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Don’t miss the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 in Bangkok!

Chinese Taipei crowned champions at the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024!

The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 has come to an exhilarating conclusion in Bangkok, Thailand, after two intense days of competition between the 10 participating teams. The event featured an impressive 478 goals scored across 31 matches, showcasing the skill, speed, and teamwork of the athletes. 

Thrilling final 

In the championship match, Chinese Taipei faced off against Czechia in a tightly contested game. At half-time, Chinese Taipei held a narrow 6-5 lead, with Czechia pushing hard to challenge one of the pre-tournament favorites. However, in the second half, Chinese Taipei’s precision and attacking strength shone through as they pulled away to secure a decisive 14-8 victory, claiming the gold medal. 

Bronze medal decider 

Earlier in the day, the bronze medal match saw Poland overcome Hungary in a hard-fought battle. Poland’s solid defense and sharp shooting led them to a 9-6 win, earning them a spot on the podium. 

Final Standings 

  1. 🥇 Gold – Chinese Taipei
  2. 🥈 Silver – Czechia 
  3. 🥉 Bronze – Poland 
  4. Hungary 
  5. China 
  6. Thailand 
  7. Hong Kong China 
  8. Australia 
  9. Singapore 
  10. Japan 
Day 2 Match Results:
  • Hong Kong China 16 – 0 Singapore
  • Japan 5 – 11 Australia
  • Poland 12 – 1 China
  • Thailand 8 – 15 Hungary
  • Singapore 6 – 2 Japan
  • Hong Kong China 6 – 4 Australia
  • Poland 7 – 11 Chinese Taipei
  • Hungary 4 – 10 Czechia
  • China 11 – 10 Thailand
  • Poland 9 – 6 Hungary (Bronze Medal Match)
  • Chinese Taipei 14 – 8 Czechia (Final)

 Congratulations to Chinese Taipei on their championship victory, and a huge thank you to all the teams, organizers, and fans who made this event a success! 

 Stay tuned for more updates and highlights, and be sure to catch the replays on the IKF YouTube channel. 

The final day of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 is underway!

The second and final day of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 is in full swing in Bangkok, Thailand, with an exciting lineup of 11 matches. Among today’s thrilling games are the medal matches, including the recently concluded bronze medal match, where Poland clinched victory with a 9-6 win over Hungary, securing their spot on the podium.

All eyes are now on the highly anticipated Final match, set to close the event. The showdown will feature Chinese Taipei taking on Czechia in a battle for the championship title.

Don’t miss out on the action—watch the matches live and for free on the IKF YouTube channel. Stay tuned for updates and results as we crown the champions of this year’s tournament!

Thrilling start to the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup Asia 2024 in Bangkok 

Day 1 of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup Asia 2024 has concluded in Bangkok, delivering an exciting lineup of matches and showcasing the passion of korfball teams from across the globe.

Day 1 featured 20 high-energy matches, with an impressive 302 goals scored. Among the standout players were Hungary’s Zsolt Majer, who emerged as the tournament’s top male scorer with 16 goals, and his teammate Anna Vágó, who leads the female scoring chart with 11 goals. Both players were instrumental in Hungary’s strong performance throughout the day.

Group standings after day 1:

Pool A:
  1. Czechia – 12 points
  2. Poland – 9 points
  3. Thailand – 5 points
  4. Hong Kong China – 4 points
  5. Japan – 0 points
Pool B:
  1. Chinese Taipei – 12 points
  2. Hungary – 9 points
  3. China – 6 points
  4. Australia – 3 points
  5. Singapore – 0 points

Day 1 Match Results:

  • Poland 7 – 11 Czechia
  • Chinese Taipei 10 – 2 Australia
  • Hong Kong China 8 – 9 Thailand
  • Hungary 10 – 6 China
  • Japan 3 – 14 Poland
  • Singapore 2 – 21 Chinese Taipei
  • Czechia 8 – 5 Thailand
  • Australia 2 – 5 China
  • Hong Kong China 4 – 3 Japan
  • Hungary 22 – 2 Singapore
  • Poland 8 – 4 Thailand
  • Chinese Taipei 13 – 4 China
  • Japan 0 – 19 Czechia
  • Singapore 4 – 12 Australia
  • Poland 6 – 3 Hong Kong China
  • Thailand 12 – 5 Japan
  • Chinese Taipei 8 – 7 Hungary
  • China 9 – 3 Singapore
  • Hong Kong China 2 – 11 Czechia
  • Hungary 11 – 7 Australia

Day 1 highlights

Chinese Taipei dominated Day 1 of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup Asia 2024, racking up four impressive wins. Their highlight was a crushing 21-2 victory over Singapore.

Czechia also had a strong showing, winning four matches. Their standout performance was a decisive 19-0 win against Japan.

Home team Thailand excited the local crowd, narrowly edging out Hong Kong China 9-8 and then comfortably defeating Japan 12-5.

Hungary, led by the dynamic duo of Zsolt Majer and Anna Vágó, put on a great show. They defeated China, Singapore, and Australia, only narrowly losing to Chinese Taipei in a thrilling match.

The intense competition and high-scoring games on Day 1 have set the stage for an exciting final day. As teams battle it out for the title, fans can expect more thrilling action and nail-biting finishes.

Stay tuned for updates on the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup Asia 2024!

The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 will take place from 6 to 7 December 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand.

The Korfball Association of Thailand (KAT) will host this event, which it’s also a qualifier tournament for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China. All matches will be played at Hua Mak Indoor Stadium in Sport Authority of Thailand.

Ten teams from three different continents are competing in this beach korfball event in the fight for the Asian title and to secure a place in next year’s World Games.

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow this tournament live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and live streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles (see at the bottom) and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

Match Schedule

Live streams (playlist)

*Click on the right ≣ icon to select the game you want to watch

 

Promotional video

Where to follow

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow this tournament live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and live streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

IKF Beach Korfbal profiles:

Website: www.beachkorfball.sport

► instagram.com/beachkorfball
► facebook.com/beachkorfball
► twitter.com/beachkorfball
► tiktok.com/@beachkorfball

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF profiles (see below):

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

Groups

Australia climbs in rankings, boosting The World Games qualification hopes

Following the Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) held last month in Temse, Belgium, the top three teams retain their positions: (1st) Netherlands, (2nd) Poland, (3rd) Belgium, while Chinese Taipei climbs to 4th and the United States is now in 5th position. 

Australia’s results and performance on the beach in Temse, Belgium, has been rewarded as they have risen to 10th place in the Beach Korfball World Ranking.  This improved standing significantly boosts their chances of qualifying for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China. 

Update 11/9/2024 – The IKF informs that there was an error in the year weight formula in the Beach Korfball World Ranking published on 1 Sept 2024. The new version published on 11 Sept 2024 corrects this error. Most countries have remained in the same position, but the points for each country are different from what was previously announced. 

The World Games 2025 

Beach Korfball will debut at The World Games next year. While the Netherlands secured a spot through their 2023 World Beach Korfball Championship victory, only host nation China has automatic qualification for the 2025 beach edition. 

The remaining six spots will be decided at the upcoming IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Asia) 2024 in Bangkok this December (6th-7th). Here’s where the ranking comes into play. 

The ranking will determine which teams make it to The World Games 2025. The top team from each continent within the top 12 automatically qualifies, with the rest of the spots determined by ranking order. 

Australia’s rise to 10th position positions them strongly for potential qualification. We cannot wait for the final opportunity for teams to secure more points during the World Cup (Asia) taking place later this year in Bangkok. 

For more details on Beach Korfball qualification for The World Games 2025, click here. 

Link to the latest updated beach korfball world ranking.

All the beach and indoor korfball world rankings updates are available on korfball.sport/documents

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The Netherlands are champions of IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) 2024

The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) concluded with a thrilling final on Sunday 25 August at the beach arena that was created at Korfbal Club Temse in Belgium. The Netherlands emerged victorious over Poland, with a final score of 7-16. 

The tournament, hosted by the Royal Belgian Korfball Federation (Koninklijke Belgische Korfbalbond) and the local organaising committee, was a resounding success, thanks to the dedication and hard work of countless volunteers. Their efforts ensured a smooth and memorable experience for all teams and korfball fans. 

In a highly contested final, The NETHERLANDS faced off against POLAND. After an intense and pulsating match, The Netherlands prevailed, claiming the gold medal, trophy and their name in the history books. Poland earned a well-deserved silver medal for their performance. Meanwhile Team Belgium secured the bronze medal, after their 7-4 win against Chinese Taipei. 

The Champions: The Netherlands (Photo: Gertrude de Vries)

Silver medal: Poland (Photo: Marco Spelten)

Bronze medal: Poland (Photo: Marco Spelten)

Final Ranking: 

  1. The Netherlands
  2. Poland
  3. Belgium
  4. Chinese Taipei
  5. Portugal
  6. Hungary
  7. Czechia
  8. Hong Kong China
  9. Wales
  10. USA
  11. France
  12. Australia
  13. England
  14. Sweden
  15. Scotland
  16. Argentina
  17. Armenia

   

The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) was a showcase of exceptional talent and sportsmanship. The participating teams demonstrated a high level of skill and passion for the game. 

Joana Faria, IKF CEO said: “The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) in Temse, Belgium was an outstanding success. We are incredibly grateful to the Royal Belgian Korfball Federation, the Local Organizing Committee, and all the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event a reality. 

The level of skill and sportsmanship displayed by the players over the last two days was inspiring. Their passion for the game was evident in every match, and it was a joy to witness. 

We look forward to the next edition of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup, which will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, between 6-7 December 2024. This event will be an opportunity for even more teams to showcase their talent and compete on the international stage. 

Beach korfball is rapidly growing in popularity amongst players and korfball fans alike, and we are excited to see its continued development. The popularity of beach korfball is a testament to its appeal as a fun, dynamic, and inclusive sport. We are committed to supporting the growth of beach korfball and ensuring that it has a bright future. 

IKF Youtube live streaming playlist:

*Click on the top-right icon ≣ to view all games played

Photo gallery:

The Podium: 1st NED - 2nd POL - 3rd BEL (Photo: Gertrude de Vries)

The Podium: 1st NED – 2nd POL – 3rd BEL (Photo: Gertrude de Vries)

Day 2 images (by Marco Spelten – korfbalfoto.nl)

Closing ceremony (photos by Gertrude de Vries – Sportfotografie):

Where to follow

All fans around the world were able to watch and follow this tournament live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and live streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

IKF Beach Korfbal profiles:

► instagram.com/beachkorfball
► facebook.com/beachkorfball
► twitter.com/beachkorfball
► tiktok.com/@beachkorfball

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF profiles (see below):

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

Previous related news:

25/8/2024 – Day 2 sizzles at the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) in Temse!

24/8/2024 – Day 1 – Watch the Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) Live!

Day 2 sizzles at the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) in Temse!

The sun is shining brightly over Temse, Belgium, as the second day of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) heats up the sand! With 17 teams battling it out for the coveted title and a spot at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China, the atmosphere is electric.

Yesterday’s matches were a thrilling display. The Netherlands, Chinese Taipei and Belgium emerge topped their groups, winning all their matches. Today promises even more excitement as teams fight for their place in the final stages.

Catch all the action Live and free!

Can’t make it to the beautiful sports pitches in Temse? Don’t worry! Korfball fans around the world can watch every single match live and completely free on the official IKF YouTube channel.

*Click on the top-right icon ≣ to view all games scheduled

Day 2 Photo gallery – By Marco Spelten (korfbalfoto.nl)

Day 2 Photo gallery – By – Gertrude de Vries

Beware of Fake Social Media Accounts!

While you’re cheering on your favorite teams, be aware of fake social media profiles and pages claiming to broadcast the event. The ONLY official source for live streams of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) is the IKF YouTube channel.

Where to follow

All fans around the world will be able to watch and follow this tournament live on youtube.com/ikfchannel and on www.worldkorfball.sport (with live results and live streams, statistics, scorers, play-by-play …), as well as on social media on @BeachKorfball profiles and the hashtags #BKWC, #beachkorfball and #korfball, with the best image galleries, clips and highlights.

IKF Beach Korfball profiles:

► instagram.com/beachkorfball
► facebook.com/beachkorfball
► twitter.com/beachkorfball
► tiktok.com/@beachkorfball

You can find all this content and much more visiting the following official IKF profiles (see below):

► instagram.com/korfball_org
► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

   

 

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25/8/2024 – The Netherlands are champions of IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe)

25/8/2024 – Day 2 sizzles at the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) in Temse!

24/8/2024 – Day 1 – Watch the Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) Live!

Watch the Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) Live!

The IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) 2024 has started in Temse, Belgium. 17 teams playing for a place in the podium and to earn more points in the World Ranking in the race for a spot in next year’s World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China.

For the latest updates and photos check out:
25/8/2024 – The Netherlands are champions of IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe)
25/8/2024 –  Day 2 sizzles at the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) in Temse!

IKF Youtube live streaming playlist:

*Click on the top-right icon ≣ to view all games scheduled

Day 1 is complete – A day of thrilling matches sets up an exciting finale!

The first day of the IKF Beach Korfball World Cup (Europe) 2024, held in Temse, Belgium, was a resounding success! With 28 matches played across four groups, 17 teams battled it out on the sand, showcasing incredible talent, passion, and sportsmanship. The atmosphere was electric, and the competition was fierce.

The tournament is divided into four groups: Group A (Netherlands, Hungary, Australia, Argentina), Group B (Poland, Chinese Taipei, Wales, England), Group C (Belgium, Portugal, France, Armenia), and Group D (USA, Hong Kong China, Czechia, Scotland, Sweden).

Group A saw the Netherlands emerge as the dominant force, winning all their matches including convincingly defeating Argentina 25-2. Hungary also secured two victories, while Argentina struggled against the stronger teams in the group but gained valuable experience in their debut appearance at an IKF beach event.

Ranking – Group A

  1. Netherlands 12pts
  2. Hungary 9pts
  3. Australia 6pts
  4. Argentina 3pts
  5. Morocco 0pts
By Marco Spelten (korfbalfoto.nl) and Gertude De Vries (Sportfotografie)

Group B witnessed a close battle between Poland and Chinese Taipei for group supremacy. Both teams secured impressive wins, with Chinese Taipei ultimately edging out Poland (6-9). Wales and England found the competition tougher, with Wales securing bragging rights with a 10-4 victory over the English.

Ranking – Group B

  1. Chinese Taipei 12pts
  2. Poland 9pts
  3. Wales 6pts
  4. England 3pts
By Marco Spelten (korfbalfoto.nl) and Gertude De Vries (Sportfotografie)

Group C belonged to Belgium, who displayed exceptional teamwork and skill to win all their matches. Portugal also impressed, putting on strong performances throughout the day and for their part in the match of the day against Belgium. France and Armenia will be looking to bounce back on day two.

Ranking – Group C

  1. Belgium 12pts
  2. Portugal 9pts
  3. France 6pts
  4. Armenia 3pts
By Marco Spelten (korfbalfoto.nl) and Gertude De Vries (Sportfotografie)

Group D was a group of surprises. Hong Kong China surprised many spectators finishing in top position with 9 points. Czechia also surprised many with their strong showing, also winning three out of their four matches. Team USA displayed great potential and were cheered every minute of their matches by their passionate fans in the stands. Scotland narrowly lost their opening match against Czechia (8-7) and will need to find their winning form on day two.

Ranking – Group D

  1. Hong Kong China 9pts
  2. Czechia 9pts
  3. USA 9pts
  4. Sweden 3pts
  5. Scotland 0pts
By Marco Spelten (korfbalfoto.nl) and Gertude De Vries (Sportfotografie)