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The FIVB moved its headquarters to Lausanne, Switzerland the same year
bringing it closer to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Permanent
and modern structures were developed permitting constant and direct contact
with the whole world of Volleyball at the new offices situated in the
centre of this Olympic City. Very soon, Dr. Acosta became Volleyball's
ambassador, promoting the sport in worldwide competitions held in the
five continents (Asia, Africa, Europe, South America and Norceca). The
rapid development of the sport necessitated a larger FIVB staff to run
the Federation's administration to govern its affiliated members and to
promote the sport from a free time game to great entertainment sport.
At the same time, the game made a spectacular move to change the face of Volleyball and the need to make it more telegenic in order to attract fans and sponsors led to major modifications and introduction of new rules. |
