Category: Pan American Games

Updated on

Panam Sports interviews Caonrrado Moscoso.

CONRRADO MOSCOSO: “CONTINENTAL RACQUETBALL IS IMPROVING A LOT AND BECOMING MORE DEMANDING”

Panam Sports

The Pan American and World Champion from Bolivia spoke exclusively with Panam Sports ahead of a new Pan American Championship in the sport. He discussed his expectations for Guatemala, how he sees the development of racquetball in recent times, and the formula for becoming one of the sport’s top figures on the “racquetball planet.”

Talking about Conrrado Moscoso is talking about one of the most important and successful athletes in Bolivia and across the Americas.

His achievements speak for themselves: World Champion in 2022 in San Luis Potosí, Mexico; three-time Pan American Champion in Santiago 2023 and Lima 2019; and three-time South American Champion.

He is a sports icon in his country and also at a global level in racquetball.

After a demanding stretch of competitions and training, Conrrado is now in his native Bolivia, preparing for the upcoming Pan American Specific Championship in Guatemala, which begins this Saturday, March 28.

In the midst of his intense training, he took the time to speak with Panam Sports and tell us how he is preparing for this new challenge in his career.

“Honestly, I’m feeling really good. Of course, a bit worn out from the tournaments I’ve played on the professional circuit, but very excited and motivated, and with the same goal of repeating what I’ve done in past years—becoming Pan American champion. That’s the goal, and we’ve worked really hard these past weeks at home to make that happen, recover, and be at full strength for this tournament in Guatemala.”

Does being a role model, Pan American and World Champion put pressure on you?
“Honestly, I don’t see it that way. At the end of the day, we’re all good, we’re all on the same level, because everyone is representing their country and wants to give their best to defend their flag. Every tournament is different. I try to stay very focused—we’ve trained a lot for this goal—and regardless of past results, I need to focus on myself. I believe I have to go out there, give it my all, and show that I’m prepared.”

How do you see this Pan American Championship in Guatemala with the Bolivian team?
“We’re aiming to have a strong competition and stay solid. We’re bringing a team with several junior players, and we hope for a good performance. We have to take it step by step. We need to gradually position ourselves and achieve a good ranking. It’s important for the newer players to gain experience and see what the competitive level is like at the professional and international stage.”

What is your perception of the current state of racquetball in the continent?
“The truth is, it’s improving a lot and becoming more demanding. What I like is that I see more players in the professional circuit and also many juniors. That’s what we’re looking for—for the sport to expand, for new athletes to join, and for us to keep growing. That’s very important and makes me very happy about the current moment.”

What has been the formula or secret behind Conrrado Moscoso’s success?
“I don’t think there’s a specific formula—it’s about the dedication you put into every match, every training session. I believe everything starts with training so that in tournaments you can see the results of all the effort you’ve put in. Dedication, hard work, and consistency in what you do day by day in training lead you to achieve your goals. Everything you train is reflected in competition, and it all depends on you—on your desire and the sacrifice you’ve made to reach your objectives.”

The Pan American Racquetball Championship will take place from March 28 to April 4 and will be broadcast across the Americas and worldwide through the Panam Sports Channel.

If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, do it now—it’s completely free, and you’ll be able to enjoy the best of Pan American sports.

PANAM SPORTS CHANNEL

Updated on

ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY ELECTED HOST CITY FOR THE 2031 PAN AMERICAN GAMES

 

 

 

The Paraguayan capital won the vote by 28 votes to 24 for Rio-Niterói. The vote took place at the Extraordinary General Assembly held in Santiago, Chile.

In an Assembly filled with excitement and unity among the member countries of Panam Sports, the continent elected the host city for the 2031 Pan American Games.

Asunción, Paraguay, won the election with 28 votes against the 24 obtained by Rio Niterói, out of a total of 52 votes.

It should be noted that the only country absent from the Assembly was Dominica, so the remaining 40 countries were able to cast their votes and participate in this election.

“I am very happy. Thanks to God and everyone’s support, our dreams are coming true. We are going to work hard for this and we are very happy. We greatly appreciate everyone’s support and we will never let them down. I dedicate this victory to all the Paraguayan people and to all the efforts made by the Americas to move forward,” said an emotional Camilo Pérez, President of the Paraguayan Olympic Committee.

“I know that sometimes it is very difficult to press the little button to support David, it costs a little more. We always want to play it safe with Goliath. That’s why I’m very happy. We had a great competition, so I thank the President of the Brazilian Olympic Committee, Marco La Porta. I thank all my friends and especially my president, President Santiago Peña,” concluded the Paraguayan IOC member.

For the first time in history, Asunción, Paraguay, will host the continental event and will be the thirteenth country to organize the Americas’ biggest sporting event.

 

Source: Panamsports.org

Updated on

RACQUETBALL CONFIRMED ON THE LIMA 2027 SPORTS PROGRAM

During the upcoming Pan American Games to be held in Lima in 2027, bowling and racquetball will be part of the competition program, following approval by the Panam Sports General Assembly that is currently taking place in Asuncion, as part of the activities leading up to the II Junior Pan American Games, which will begin on Saturday, August 9.

With these two sports, there will be 38 sports in the continent’s premier sport event, to be held in Lima, the capital of Peru, in 2027.

The ratification of these sports was announced at the LXIII Panam Sports General Assembly in Asuncion, Paraguay, an event attended by the president of the country, Santiago Peña Palacios, IOC vice president Gerardo Werthein, Panam Sports President Neven Ilic, and the continent’s top sports authorities.

“At the request of many National Olympic Committees and because of what these sports represent for our continent, the Panam Sports Executive Board, with the approval of the General Assembly, has decided to include bowling and racquetball in the Lima 2027 sports program. With this, there are now 38 sports that will be held at our Games in the capital of Peru,” said Panam Sports President Neven Ilic.

It should be noted that both bowling and racquetball will be part of the program for the fifth consecutive time since the Guadalajara Games in 2011.

Racquetball has been part of the Pan American Games since the Mar del Plata Games in Argentina in 1995, although it was not included in the Rio 2007 Games.

Bowling was admitted to the Pan American Games since the eleventh edition held in Havana, Cuba in 1991. This sport was first held at the Pan American Games in Caracas in 1983, as an exhibition sport only.

The chosen sports are the following:

  1. Aquatics – Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, Open Water
  2. Athletics
  3. Badminton
  4. Handball
  5. Baseball (men) / Softball (women)
  6. Boxing
  7. Canoe – Sprint, Slalom
  8. Cycling – Track, Road, Mountain, BMX Racing, BMX Freestyle
  9. Cricket
  10. Equestrian – Jumping, Dressage, Eventing
  11. Sport Climbing
  12. Fencing
  13. Water Skiing
  14. Football
  15. Gymnastics – Artistic, Rhythmic, Trampoline
  16. Golf
  17. Judo
  18. Hockey
  19. Karate
  20. Weightlifting
  21. Wrestling
  22. Skating – Artistic, Speed, Skateboarding
  23. Pelota
  24. Modern Pentathlon
  25. Rowing
  26. Rugby 7
  27. Squash
  28. Surf
  29. Archery
  30. Shooting
  31. Taekwondo
  32. Tennis
  33. Table Tennis
  34. Triathlon
  35. Sailing
  36. Volleyball – Indoor and Beach
  37. Racquetball
  38. Bowling 

The Panam Sports General Assembly continues on Friday, August 8, with presentations by the Organizing Committee of the host city for the next Pan American Games in Lima in 2027 and the candidate cities for the 2031 Pan American Games, Asuncion and Rio-Niteroi.

From www.panamsports.org/en/news-sport/bowling-and-racquetball-enter-the-lima-2027-sports-program/

Updated on

FROM THE AZTEC TO THE INCA – THE PAN AMERICAN FLAME BEGINS HISTORIC JOURNEY TO PERU

www.panamsports.org

The Pan American Flame is ignited in the Plaza of the Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacan, Mexico in a beautiful and traditional ceremony celebrating the ancient Aztec culture.

The Pan American Flame has left the ruins of one ancient civilization for another, flying directly to Cusco, Peru and the birthplace of the Incan empire to begin the Torch Relay of the Lima 2019 Pan American Games. 

MEXICO CITY (July 2, 2019) — A continent’s passion for sport burns brightly yet again as the Pan American Flame is set ablaze in the Plaza of the Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacan, Mexico.

The traditional ceremony marking the return of the Pan American Games after four long years of waiting is steeped in tradition. From the flag ceremony representing each of the 41 nations that compete in the Games to the traditional ritual performances, the history of the region and the spirit of the Games could truly be felt throughout the ceremony.

Lighting the Pan American Flame from one of the most iconic temples of the ancient Aztec culture not only celebrated the unique history of Mexico, but also marked the beginning of the Flame’s unprecedented voyage from one ancient civilization to another.

The Pan American Games were founded on the principles of diversity, using the power of sport to unite 41 distinct nations and unique cultures. The Lima 2019 Pan American Games fully embrace this foundation, inviting all cultures of the Americas to celebrate together in the continent’s greatest sports festival, beginning with two of the oldest in the region – the Aztec and Inca.

The Pan Am Flame is now flying to Cusco, Peru to officially begin the Lima 2019 Torch Relay. Known as the foundation of the Incan empire, Cusco is the ideal choice to be the very first Peruvian city to ever welcome the Pan Am Flame.

Ancient and modern history will become one when the Lima 2019 Torch Relay arrives to the mesmerizing ruins of Machu Picchu. The ancient wonder of the world will soon have a new chapter in its history as the site where excitement for Peru’s first Pan American Games began to reach a fever pitch.

This excitement will only continue to grow as the Lima 2019 Torch Relay travels throughout the most iconic cities and locations in Peru, from the Nazca Lines to the Plaza de Armas. The Lima 2019 Torch Relay will journey through 26 cities over the course of 22 days before finally arriving to Peru’s National Stadium on July 26. Here, the final torchbearer will light the cauldron to begin the Pan Am Games.

The lighting ceremony in Teotihuacan not only signifies the return of the Pan American Games, but also that the years of planning and preparation by the Host City — as well as by the best athletes of the Americas — are finally over, and it’s time for action.

“We have already entered the final stretch of what has been years of hard work, and with this beautiful ceremony in this magical place of Teotihuacán, here in Mexico, we have launched the incredible journey of the Pan American Flame. Two civilizations that have lasted millennia and a whole continent is now united by sport once more. The Flame is a light that brings hope and demonstrates the passion and the true spirit of Olympism. Peru and all its people are waiting for us with open arms, because as of today, the most important sports festival in the history of the country begins,” said Panam Sports President, Neven Ilic.

“The lighting of this Pan American Flame symbolizes the final stretch of a very important relay for our country. Everything started on October 11, 2013, when Lima was chosen as the Host City of the Pan Am and Parapan Am Games, the most important event in our nation’s entire history. This relay and the Games are already transforming Peru inspired by the Olympic values ​​of Excellence, Friendship and Respect. Lima 2019 has created the perfect setting for the greatest athletes in the Americas,” said Lima 2019 President, Carlos Neuhaus.

For the first time in history, Panam Sports will offer a rare glimpse of the action, available only on the new Panam Sports Channel on July 3. The Panam Sports Channel will soon be home to the best content from Lima 2019, including athlete interviews, behind the scenes action and highlights from the Games.

Less than a month now remains until the Lima 2019 Pan Am Games finally begin. A month full of excitement, inspiration and anticipation as the Torch Relay lights up Peru.