The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) Nominating Committee announced the official list of candidates approved to stand for the 2025 WFDF Board of Directors and the non-Board-level position of the Chair of the Ultimate Events Sub-Committee.
The candidates, representing various national federations and disciplines, have been vetted and approved in accordance with the WFDF Election Policy. This election cycle covers several key roles vital to the governance and strategic direction of the international federation.
“On behalf of the Nominating Committee, we are pleased to present a strong slate of candidates for the 2025 Elections with a number of contested positions,” said Robert “Nob” Rauch, WFDF President and Chair of the Committee. “We encourage all eligible National and Organizational Members to review the profiles and participate in the democratic process that shapes the future of Flying Disc Sports globally.”
2025 Candidates for WFDF Board of Directors and Non-Board Position
The official list of candidates is as follows. Full profiles and statements are available for review at the WFDF Elections micro-website: https://elections.wfdf.sport/candidates.
| Position | Candidate Name (Country/Affiliation) |
| Treasurer | Kate Bergeron (USA) |
| Chair, Ultimate | José “Pinggoy” Bautista (PHI) Brian Gisel (CAN) Donia Nasr (EGY) |
| Chair, Freestyle | Maria Fernanda Meza Bonilla (COL via FPA) |
| Chair, Overall | Rob McLeod (CAN via SWE) Patrick Milky (LBN) |
| Chair, SotG Commission | Wolfgang Maehr (AUT via ESP) Patrick Milky (LBN) Donia Nasr (EGY) |
| Chair, Ultimate Events Sub-Committee (Non-Board Level) | José “Pinggoy” Bautista (PHI) Patrick Milky (LBN) Donia Nasr (EGY) Shiellah Quintos (CAN) |
Election Details
Voting will be open for a 30-day period, from November 15th to December 15th, 2025.
The official ballot (voting form) has been sent to all eligible voters. As per the WFDF Bylaws, only National and Organizational Members in Good Standing are reserved the right to vote.
This press release serves as formal notification to the entire WFDF community.
Detailed information, including all processes and procedures, is available in the Elections Policy document on the official WFDF website. Some Candidates may be on the Ballot for multiple positions, which is permitted under the Election Policy, but can only be elected for a single one. They themselves rank their preferred position if elected for multiple positions.
Any questions or issues related to the Election should be directed to the Administrator of the Nominating Committee,Dillon Richardson, via email at [email protected].
For more information contact:
Oleksandra Boliak
Administrator and Office Manager
World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF)
email: [email protected]