VX - a sport for the 21st Century

A new structure for Global VX

There are big changes for Global VX.  Dr Paul Hildreth, one of the founders of the sport, has retired and the other Directors took the decision that they, too, would step down to give a new team the opportunity to move the sport forward.  The new structure will comprise of an MD with an international Executive Committee and will be based in the North East of England.


Paul said: "This is a good move for the sport.  It's high time I retired and it will be good for the sport to have a fresh set of eyes fresh energy and in a new area.  Pete has put together a highly experienced Executive Committee and this is just the boost that the sport needs.  I offer my grateful thanks to the team that have worked with me to bring VX to where it is today."


We, the new leaders of our exciting sport, offer our thanks to our predecessors: Craig Buttery who founded this organisation along with Paul, and the other two outgoing directors, Andy Ford and Jane Harvey.  We thank you all for your hard work.

What is VX?  Well, the BBC called it 'the best sport you've never heard of.'  It was born in the UK and we say the recipe is 'a dash of dodgeball, a pinch of pelota, a hint of hockey and a little lacrosse.'  It's fast, it's furious and it's fun!  Ideal for all age groups and perfect for schools. There is a singles version (V2) which is played in squash courts and the team version (VX) played in sports halls.

It's totally gender-neutral at all levels, is suitable for all ages and is incredibly inclusive -VX truly is a sport for all
Global VX is the international administrative body for the sport and we help set up and develop new National Governing Bodies.  We have overview of the memberships, handle any rule changes, discipline issues and we also have overall responsibility for international matches and tournaments.  So far we have had V2 and VX European Championships, the first test match series (hosted by VX India), we have an annual V2 World Championships and a 4-yearly VX World Cup.

Meet the Team

Pete Gonsalves

Managing Director

VX is his passion

Pete is highly experienced in many areas of sport, coaching and sport development. He is very proud to have taken over as MD of Global VX and is looking forward to continuing the growth of the sport.  

The Executive Committee

Dr Suman Shankar Tiwari

Executive Committee Member
suman@globalvx.org
Suman is head of VX India and also heads up VX Asia. Under Suman's leadership VX India hosted the first VX Test Match Series, hosted a successful V2 World Championships and has sent players to compete in several V2 World Championships abroad. Suman brings a wealth of experience to the Executive Committee.

Isacc Ssekemwa

Executive Committee Member
isaac@globalvx.org
Iaaac is patron of VX Uganda.  He has a wealth of experience of sports administration and development.  He also has a wide range of high-level contacts  in Uganda.

Cosmas Nabungolo

Executive Committee Member
cosmas@globalvx.org
The inspirational Cosmas is President of VX Kenya.  He is an experienced educator, is President of St Joseph's Boys's School and has a strong belief in the benefits of Sport and Physical Education.

Cosmas is highly-regarded in his native Kenya for his expertise, integrity and leadership.

Osman Wong

Executive Committee Member
osman@globalvx.org
Under Osman's leadership VX Hong Kong have made massive strides, including sending a very well received team to the 2019 World Cup and the hosting of a very successful V2 World Championships in 2023. 

Robert Bakaze

Executive Committee Member
Bakaze@globalvx.org
Robert is known as 'the father of VX in Africa' as it was his vision that brought VX to the continent.  He organised a visit by Global VX officials, was instrumental in the establishment of VX Uganda, the first African VX NGB.  Since then he has overseen the continued growth of the sport in Africa

Our roles

PMH with members of VX Uganda

Administration & Development

A major part of our role is finding people who wish to introduce VX to their country, helping them set up an NGB and then helping them develop the NGB.  As part of this we can provide all the policies and procedures necessary.

We also run the Global VX Awards, run an annual rules committee, oversee the membership programme and also oversee the coach and referee education. 
Dan RAper

Competition

Obviously a major part of any sport is competition.  NGBs will run their own leagues and tournaments under Global VX auspices, however Global VX has the overall responsibility for helping co-ordinate international events which are hosted by various NGBs.  These might be international friendlies, Test Matches or the V2 and VX World Cups.