WFDF Membership Grows to 126 National Federations

The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) has formally welcomed two new National Federations. The approval of the new members expands the federation’s global community to 126 countries. The Uzbekistan Flying Disc Community (UFDC), representing Uzbekistan (UZB), and the Benin Flying Disc Association (BDFA) / Association Nationale Sportive de Flying Disc du Benin (ANSFD), representing Benin (BEN), have been officially welcomed as the 125th and 126th WFDF members, respectively.

“Welcoming Uzbekistan and Benin represents another important step in the structured and sustainable expansion of Flying Disc sports worldwide, strengthening our global network and bringing our total number of Member National Federations to 126,” said WFDF President Robert “Nob” Rauch. “This development reflects WFDF’s continued dedication to its Strategic Plan, focused on driving sustainable growth of Flying Disc sports while ensuring meaningful and equitable impact throughout the global community.”

Flying Disc in Uzbekistan began recreationally in 2015. In 2024, with the founding of Doppi Ultimate, activity transitioned toward an organised federation model, focusing on sustainable governance, standardised competitions, and inclusive player development. With milestones such as the 2025 Tashkent Summer Cup (16 teams, 8 countries) and its first regional participation in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional competition in Baku, Uzbekistan is rapidly transitioning toward a recognised and organised Flying Disc ecosystem.

“Receiving official recognition by WFDF is a historic milestone for the Uzbekistan Flying Disc Community. In a country where Disc Sports are still in an early expansion phase, this recognition represents validation of years of volunteer effort, grassroots development, and belief in the future of flying disc sports in Uzbekistan.” As Bekzod Kenjaev, Chairman of the Executive Board, pointed out. “Most importantly, this affiliation sends a strong message within Uzbekistan that flying disc sports are not temporary initiatives, but a serious and sustainable part of the global sports movement. It motivates our community to aim higher and continue building an inclusive, structured, and competitive future for Disc sports in our country.”

Flying Disc was introduced to Benin in 2023 after the country’s nationals discovered the sport in Ghana, leading to collaboration with the Ghana Flying Disc Federation. In 2025, the Federation expanded from 7 to 11 community clubs, introduced disc sports in 10 schools, organised its first national tournament, and strengthened youth and female participation. The Federation aims to expand nationwide, establish regional leagues and a national championship by 2026, and continue building sustainable structures for long-term growth.

“Receiving official recognition from the WFDF is a major milestone for our flying disc community. It validates the work done by our local members, strengthens our international presence, and motivates us to continue developing the sport while upholding the WFDF’s values of inclusion, fairness, and sportsmanship,” stated Ida Mireille Mahout Bossa, BDFA President. “We have organised introductory sessions, local competitions, and trained volunteer coaches. We have created groups of passionate players and worked with schools and universities, all of which benefits from having the structure of the Benin Flying Disc Federation. This has enabled significant growth in our community.”