San Diego Confirmed as Host for Inaugural ANOC World Beach Games in 2017

The ANOC General Assembly has selected San Diego as the host city of the inaugural 2017 ANOC World Beach Games.

The American city beat off competition from several cities but has secured the right to the Games after unanimous approval by ANOC. 

ANOC President Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah said: “This is an historic moment for ANOC and the NOC family. The ANOC World Beach Games has been a key priority for ANOC for nearly two years and today we took a step closer to making our vision a reality.

“We were very impressed by the plan that San Diego put forward. We have worked closely with industry experts to devise an innovative concept which will blend sport, impotent culture and entertainment and we believe that San Diego is the perfect city to deliver our vision.”