The Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic GamesAugust 8-24 2008
'Batfish' gymnasium to host International Goalball TournamentThe batfish-shaped Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium is the representative structure on the school's campus. From afar, the gymnasium's unique wave-like rooftop gives the impression of a gigantic batfish. [Full story]
24-hour medical service available for goalball tournamentAthletes, coaches, officials, venue staff and fans will be able to receive first aid -- on site -- at the training and competition venues for the current Goalball tournament here at the Olympic City. [Full story]
Accessible facilities installed throughout BIT gymnasiumIn fact -- at the Beijing Institute of Technology Gymnasium -- accessible facilities for people with a disability are already in place. The newly renovated stadium will be the home of Olympic Volleyball and Goalball during the Paralympic Games of 2008. [Full story]
BIT Gymnasium has a bright future after the gamesFollowing the Games, the Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) Gymnasium will play a vital role in physical education and training, as well as host large-scale academic and cultural activities and symposiums of BIT. [Full story]
BIT gymnasium embodies 'Green Olympics' philosophyThe Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) Gymnasium embodies the principles of a "Green Olympics" with the intelligent use of energy conservation, natural resources and efficient management of space. [Full story]
Goalball fans, silence please!When watching Goalball competitions, spectators are kindly asked to use their library voices. Not even a whisper, for complete silence is required for the competition. [Full story]
VolleyballPrior to Sydney 2000, the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) introduced a new specialist role: the libero. This player wears a different coloured uniform from the rest of the team and can be substituted in backcourt for any player on the team. More>>
