i #netzwerk Save the Date: Segel setzten zur 19. IVS-Schifffahrt am 27.8.2025!

On May 18th, 2025, the IVS International Forum took place in the BBC Arena at the Play Off Finals of the Swiss Handball Championship with the Kadetten Team. The event included not just thrilling handball finals but also insights from Mr. Prof. Dr. Giorgio Behr, the former chairman of the IVS Schaffhausen and President of the Kadetten, about his future vision of the BBC Arena. The forum began with the IVS IF Chairman Oliver Ruetsch (Johnson & Johnson) sharing insights about the IVS Association, particularly highlighting the mission of the IVS International Forum.

After Giorgio Behr, a recognized pioneer in the economic landscape of the Schaffhausen region and the most successful President of a handball club in Switzerland, shared his compelling insights into the key success factors for leading a prominent sports organization in the top league, it became clear that his perspective is not only compelling but inspiring.

What is truly fascinating is that Kadetten Schaffhausen operates at top level, despite being the smallest “metropolitan area” in terms of talent recruitment and spectator potential, presents a strategically exceptional phenomenon. Behr’s perspective highlights how such a compact community can foster a vibrant sports culture and thrive in competitive environments.

Furthermore, he provided details regarding the ambitious plans for the expansion of the BBC Arena sport complex, which will double its footprint to accommodate 12 different sports. This significant development promises to enhance Schaffhausen’s appeal, attracting not only professional sports spectators but also nurturing amateur sports.

Together, these initiatives underline Behr’s commitment to advancing sports in Schaffhausen, marking a pivotal contribution to the region’s attractiveness and sporting potential.

Thriller in Schaffhausen – The Kadetten started strong with a 6-goal lead, but a dramatic collapse turned the match into a nail-biter. Bern fought back twice, even taking a 2-goal lead with just 10 minutes to play. But the Kadetten showed nerves of steel, edging out a narrow win in front of 2’200 roaring fans. A reminder: the road to the 15th title won’t be easy!

 

Learn more about the IVS International Forum