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World Lacrosse congratulates IOC President-Elect Kirsty Coventry

Olympia | Greece 144th IOC Session Election of the new IOC President The Romanos - Costa Navarino Photograph: IOC/Greg Martin

World Lacrosse would like to congratulate Kirsty Coventry on her election as the next president of the International Olympic Committee. 

On behalf of World Lacrosse, I extend my warmest congratulations to Kirsty Coventry on her election as president of the International Olympic Committee. As the first woman to hold this esteemed position, her leadership marks a historic and inspiring moment for the Olympic Movement. Her deep commitment to sport, her vision for harnessing its power to drive engagement and growth, and her dedication to championing sustainable development will shape the future of the Games. We look forward to working alongside her to expand opportunities for athletes worldwide and continue building on the Olympic legacy.

Bob DeMarco, World Lacrosse President

Congratulations to Kirsty Coventry on being elected as the first woman to serve as president of the International Olympic Committee. This is a groundbreaking moment for the Olympic Movement, and her leadership will inspire generations to come. Her vision for collaboration, sustainability and innovation will ensure that the Games continue to thrive and remain a powerful force for global engagement. We at World Lacrosse are eager to support her mission to empower athletes, maximize engagement and create new opportunities for sport worldwide. We look forward to working alongside her to strengthen the Olympic ecosystem and inspire the next generation of athletes.

Jim Scherr, World Lacrosse CEO

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