Tehran, Iran, March 16, 2024 – The Islamic Republic of Iran Volleyball Federation (IRIVF) announced the outcome of its highly-anticipated presidential election on Saturday at the prestigious Farsi Hall of the Olympics and Paralympics Academy under the vigilant supervision of the Sports Ministry.
General Assembly at Farsi Hall
In a historic election for the IRIVF, Milad Taghavi emerged victorious, securing 61 votes from the delegates. The election, which saw intense competition among four candidates including Dr Mahmoud Afshardoust, former secretary general of IRIVF, mark a new chapter of Iran volleyball.
Veteran coach Karkhaneh cast a ballot
Milad Taghavi stepped down from his position as IRIVF Secretary General to pursue the presidency demonstrating his commitment to the sport and its development in Iran. His resounding victory, with a significant margin over his closest competitor, underscored the confidence and trust placed in his leadership by the volleyball community.
Three candidates: Milad, Payman and Mahmoud
Dr Mahmoud Afshardoust, a prominent figure in Iranian volleyball and current Member of the AVC Coaches Committee, garnered 6 votes in the election. Despite his vast experience and contributions to the sport, his bid for the presidency fell short in the face of Milad Taghavi’s overwhelming support.
Milad Taghavi
Commenting on his election victory, Milad Taghavi expressed gratitude to the delegates for their faith in his vision for the future of Iranian volleyball. He outlined his plans to promote inclusivity, foster grassroots development, and elevate the standards of the sport across the country.
The presidential term, spanning four years, has provided an opportunity for Milad Taghavi to implement strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the prominence of Iranian volleyball on the global stage. His leadership is expected to usher in a period of growth and prosperity for the sport, benefitting players, coaches, and fans alike.
Notably, three candidates – Dr Amir Hopssein Monazami, Payman Akbari, and Dr Mohammad Mansouri – withdrew from the election process, paving the way for a head-to-head contest between Milad Taghavi and Dr Mahmoud Afshardoust.
As the newly-elected IRIVF President, Milad Taghavi assumed responsibility for steering the federation towards achieving its objectives and fulfilling the aspirations of volleyball enthusiasts across Iran.
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