World Sport Stacking Association

Governing body of Sport Stacking

World Sport Stacking Association

Sport| Sport stacking
Jurisdiction| International
Abbreviation| WSSA
Founded| 2001 (2001)
Headquarters| Larkspur, Colorado
Sponsor| Speed Stacks
Official website
www.thewssa.com

The World Sport Stacking Association (WSSA) is the international governing body for sport stacking. The WSSA, which is headquartered in Larkspur, Colorado, sanctions stacking competitions worldwide and maintains world and national records for the sport.

## History

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In 2001, Bob Fox, the founder of the cup manufacturer Speed Stacks, formed the World Cup Stacking Association (WCSA).[1] The WCSA formally renamed themselves the World Sport Stacking Association to coincide with the new name for the sport in 2005.[2]

## References

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1. ^ Tomsho, Robert (2004-11-12). "How Does This Stack Up as a Way To Make Kids Active?". Wall Street Journal. Lakewood, Colorado. Retrieved 2015-11-08.
2. ^ "About the WSSA". World Sport Stacking Association. Retrieved 2015-11-08.

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* WAqu (aquatic sports)
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* ITHF (table hockey)
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* FIT (touch football)
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* IAU (ultra running)

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