At the end of each calendar year, MPA applies for funding through SportMalta to send athletes to European and International events, namely but not limited to:
- Worlds Classic Open Championship
- Worlds Classic Sub-Juniors and Juniors Championship
- European Classic Open Championship
- European Classic Sub-Juniors and Juniors Championship
- Western European Championship
- European Classic Masters Championship
MPA has 3 main National Teams:
- Sub-Juniors and Juniors Team
- Open Team
- Masters Team
In order to qualify for one of the teams:
- One must take part in at least 2 local competitions
- Have enough qualifying points in the last 12 months
Qualifying Points Per Category
| Category | Female | Male |
|---|---|---|
| Sub Juniors | 65 IPF GL Points | 75 IPF GL Points |
| Juniors | 70 IPF GL Points | 80 IPF GL Points |
| Open | 75 IPF GL Points | 85 IPF GL Points |
| Masters 1 | 75 IPF GL Points | 85 IPF GL Points |
Furthermore, the athlete:
- Must volunteer at least in one event yearly during a local competition
- Must hold a valid MPA membership
- Can not attend an international event in a different weight class than the one where the nominated total is held
- Must adhere to the Code of Conduct of the MPA
- Respect and follow the Anti-Doping Policy
The above criteria are at the discretion of the committee and can be changed when deemed fit. Any change will be notified during an AGM or EGM.