International Olympic Committee (IOC) launches revamped Young Reporters Programme for Dakar 2026 - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 01st October 2025)   Under the guidance of senior Olympic media professionals, the selected Young Reporters for Dakar 2026 will experience a comprehensive training programme covering print journalism, photography, broadcasting and social media     Applications are now open  for the next edition of the Young Reporters Programme, which will run during the […]

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Swimmers eye Olympic path in Romania Erasmus Shalihaxwe Seven Namibian swimmers are competing at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Otopeni, Romania, this week.  The event is seen as a step in preparing for upcoming regional, continental, and world tournaments. Namibia Aquatic Sports Federation (NASFED) president Riaan Steyn said the swimmers face a busy calendar with the Africa Youth Games, Youth Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Youth Commonwealth Games, and qualifications for the 2028 Olympic Games all ahead. “This event is a great platform, and further step, for our NASFED athletes towards qualification for upcoming events such as the Africa Youth Games, Youth Olympics, Commonwealth and Youth Commonwealth Games, and then going on towards qualifying for the Olympics in 2028,” he said. Steyn thanked the Namibian National Olympic Committee, the government, and sponsors for their support.  “We cannot thank the Namibian National Olympic Committee enough for the financial assistance and belief in the future of our athletes. We also cannot fail to mention the wonderful assistance we had from the government prior to the Region 5 Games in preparing these athletes by way of a fully government-sponsored training camp. It is also evident that this is the first time in 10 years that we can match the largest team ever sent to these championships,” he said. He explained that three swimmers who competed at the Africa Schools Games had also qualified for the Junior Worlds but missed out due to entry cut-off times. Steyn also acknowledged local sponsors.  “Thank you to our local sponsors such as Bank Windhoek and the Pupkewitz Foundation, whose kind assistance helps by laying the foundations for these elite swimmers through their sponsorship of the local galas and swim events,” he said. The Namibian team in Romania includes Oliver Durand, Luke Beukes, Lorenzo Esterhuizen, Jessica Humphrey, Madison Bergh, Roselinda Matyayi, and Ainoa Naukosho. Head coach Jean Leitner said the team has settled in well and were adapting to the competition environment. “Today we had our first adaptation session in the competition pool. It was awesome to see the team in action. They were all smiles, loving the new setup, and getting comfortable with the water. You could feel the excitement, but they were also serious when it counted. It’s great to see that mix of fun and focus, just what we need,” she said. Leitner added that the atmosphere in camp reflected the team’s spirit “ Everyone’s supportive, attentive, and really soaking in the whole experience. The vibe is very Namibian, friendly, humble, and full of heart. I’m feeling good about how things are shaping up, and I can’t wait to see the athletes give their all over the next few days,” Leitner said.

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HIL: Excited to play for defending champions Kalinga Lacers, says defender Sanjay - Yes Punjab News Sanjay Rana, Kalinga Lancers defender, reflects on his Olympic achievements and excitement for his HIL debut in the 2024-25 season.

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YOG Gangwon 2024: Zoe Bianchi e Pietro Rota portabandiera dell'Italia Team nella cerimonia di chiusu... Per gli atleti della Federazione Italiana Sport del Ghiaccio è giunta a compimento l’avventura dei Giochi olimpici giovanili invernali (YOG) di Gangwon 2024. Nell’ambito della FISG – presente n...

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France Olympique on Instagram: "🇫🇷 Ambre Perrier-Gianesi & Samuel Blanc-Klaperman sont les por... 610 likes, 1 comments - franceolympique on January 30, 2024: "🇫🇷 Ambre Perrier-Gianesi & Samuel Blanc-Klaperman sont les porte-drapeaux de la cérémonie..."

🇫🇷 Ambre Perrier Gianesini / Samuel Blanc Klaperman will be the flag bearers for France in the #YouthOlympics closing ceremony. #Gangwon2024
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Ashlie Slatter and Atl Ongay-Perez chosen as Gangwon 2024 Closing Ceremony flagbearers Bronze medallists Ashlie Slatter and Atl Ongay-Perez chosen as Gangwon 2024 Closing Ceremony flagbearers

🇬🇧 Ashlie Slatter / Atl Ongay-Perez will be the flag bearers for Great Britain in the #YouthOlympics closing ceremony. #Gangwon2024
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