A New Era of Extroversion and Digital Innovation – Completion of Works in Sant Cugat
The three-day conference of the European Multisport Club Association (EMCA) in Sant Cugat and Barcelona concluded with absolute success, signaling a new phase of growth and international outreach for the organization. The proceedings culminated in the annual General Assembly, where member clubs outlined the strategy for the upcoming year, focusing on the expansion of the network and the strengthening of diplomatic ties with international sports and institutional stakeholders.
In this context, EMCA reaffirmed its active and continuous participation in European Commission Erasmus+ programs, further fostering collaboration among its members and the exchange of best practices across Europe. Furthermore, the Association officially welcomed four new members, approving the inclusion of Goztepe, PUC, Leman Ballers, and EuroSpoc, significantly boosting the dynamics of the European sports family.
During the Assembly, it was decided that the next General Assembly will take place in Lisbon, with Sporting CP hosting the event at its facilities. Among the conference’s key innovations was the presentation of EMCA Studia, a pioneering digital repository designed to preserve the digital legacy of all European projects.
All club representatives expressed their warm gratitude to the Sant Cugat Creix team for their impeccable hospitality and the exceptional facilities provided throughout the three-day event.
Statement of President of the EMCA Assembly, Vanina Milanova, Phd:
«This week, the members of the European Multisports Clubs Association had the opportunity to spend a few days in sunny Catalonia, warmly hosted by Sant Cugat Creix.
It was an honor to be part of a diverse and quality program that included discussions with the municipal administration on sports policies and the future of sports, meetings on EU projects, a conference on innovation in sports with key business players and sports program creators, and exchanges with partners from Belgium and France.
The EMCA is growing and developing, with more than 80% of the voting members attending the annual assembly, and 4 new clubs becoming members of the association, accepted with a full majority.
The confirmed invitation of Sporting Clube de Portugal to hold the 2027 assembly in Lisbon was also received with applause.
The Fédération Française des clubs omnisports has invited its members to its biggest event, a national meeting of more than 300 French clubs in the fall of 2027.
In 2028, the EMCA assembly will be hosted in beautiful Naples.
The association’s management has declared its intention to engage more with its members, through support and participation in joint initiatives and projects.
This is EMCA, the multisport family built in the spirit of friendship!»
“We are leaving Barcelona with a clear action plan,” stated EMCA President, Christina Tsiligkiri. “Our Association is no longer merely following developments—it is co-shaping them, investing in transparency, technology, and inclusion.”
Sant Cugat 2026 stands as a milestone for a stronger and more dynamic European multisport movement.
