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An in-person meeting of the EAS Executive Board took place in Riga on April, 23, 2026.

During the session, President Laura Capranica presented the 2025 activity report, outlining the main achievements and initiatives carried out over the past year. Secretary Ole Keldorf presented the EAS amended Statute, in accordance with applicable legislation. At the same meeting, Treasurer Mojca Doupona delivered the 2025 financial report, providing an overview of the organization’s financial management and stability. All these documents were carefully reviewed by the Board members and were unanimously approved, reflecting strong agreement on the work accomplished.

The Board also discussed the contribution of EAS to the development of ongoing Erasmus+ Sport Collaborative Partnerships, emphasizing their role and impact. In addition, the possibility of participating in the current call for proposals under the program was considered.

Proposals for upcoming EAS Cafés were presented and discussed, with the next event scheduled on May 18th.

Reports from the committees were also presented by Antonio Figueiredo (Scientific Committee), Ole Keldorf (NewGen Committee), and Laura Capranica (Communication Committee), highlighting the work carried out in their respective areas.

A preliminary draft of the program for the upcoming EAS Conference to be held in Oulu on October 5-7, 2026 was introduced by Risto Keskitalo, with further input provided by the Board members.

Finally, regarding the upcoming elections for the presidency and the Executive Board, it was agreed that the call for candidates will be open in second half of May.

The Members of the Executive Board were thankful to Ilvis Abelkalns (member of the EAS Board) for organizing and hosting the meeting at the University of Latvia.