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ASPC Announces the winners of the 2026 Mike English Scholarship Program

Thursday, 11 June 2026

The Association of Sport Performance Centres (ASPC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Mike English Scholarship Program, an initiative designed to support professional development, foster innovation, and strengthen collaboration across the global ASPC network.

Following a competitive evaluation process involving nine applications from eight countries, two projects were selected for their outstanding potential to generate organizational learning, promote knowledge transfer, and create lasting impact within the high-performance sport sector.

ASPC Update June 2026 Now Available

Friday, 5 June 2026

The Association of Sport Performance Centres (ASPC) is pleased to announce the publication of the June 2026 edition of the ASPC Update.

This latest edition showcases the continued growth, collaboration, and innovation taking place across the global ASPC network. From preparations for the 2026 Continental Forums and the International Forum on Elite Sport Belgrade 2027, to member success stories, athlete development initiatives, and Olympic and Paralympic insights, the magazine reflects the collective efforts of sport performance centres worldwide.

ASPC Calls the XXII General Assembly for June 10, 2026

Sunday, 12 April 2026

The ASPC has officially called its XXII General Assembly, which will be held online on June 10, 2026, at 13:00 h (Barcelona, CET).

Convened in accordance with the ASPC Bylaws, the General Assembly will provide members with the opportunity to participate in discussions and vote on important matters related to the governance and strategic direction of the Association.

ASPC Launches Mike English Scholarship Program 2026

Thursday, 2 April 2026

The ASPC has officially launched the Mike English Scholarship Program 2026, reinforcing its commitment to promoting innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across its global network of high-performance sport centres.

The program aims to support impactful projects that contribute to both individual centres and the wider sport performance community.

Two Categories for 2026 Edition

For this year’s edition, ASPC will award two scholarships of €10,000 each under the following categories:

ASPC BOD engages in high-level meetings in Belgrade

Thursday, 26 March 2026

The ASPC BOD conducted a series of strategic meetings in Belgrade, further strengthening institutional relationships and reinforcing the role of sport within major international initiatives.

ASPC President Dr. Harry Bähr, General Secretary Mr. Josep Escoda, and Treasurer Mrs. Fiona de Jong visited the headquarters of Expo 2027 Belgrade, where they were introduced to the scope and vision of this global project. The visit provided valuable insight into the expected impact of the Expo on the city of Belgrade, with sport positioned as one of the central pillars of the event.

ASPC Board of Directors Meets in Belgrade to Advance Strategic Priorities

Wednesday, 25 March 2026

The ASPC Board of Directors (BOD) met in Belgrade, Serbia, for its second meeting of the year, marking an important step in shaping the organization’s strategic direction for the coming months.

During the meeting, the BOD addressed a broad range of key topics, with particular focus on the progress and preparation of the upcoming ASPC Continental Forums across all regions (America, Africa and Europe). These events remain central to ASPC’s mission of fostering knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the continued development of the global high-performance sport network.

ASPC Board of Directors to Meet in Belgrade on March 24–25, 2026

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

The ASPC Board of Directors (BOD) will meet in Belgrade, Serbia, on March 24–25, 2026, for its upcoming in-person meeting.

This strategic gathering will focus on two key priorities for the organisation:

Development of the ASPC Strategic Plan 2026–2028

The BOD will work on defining the future direction of ASPC, with the aim of strengthening its global network of high-performance sport centres and enhancing collaboration, innovation, and impact across the ecosystem.