The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) has formally welcomed updates to its membership, further strengthening its global community to 127 National Federations. The Burkina Faso Flying Disc Federation (BFFDF), representing Burkina Faso (BUR), has been officially welcomed as the 127th WFDF National Federation. The membership for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has now been approved to be under the UAE Sports for All Federation, in coordination with the UAE Ultimate Frisbee Committee, while the Nigeria …
FEAST XVI Concludes with Kenya’s Black Fish Ultimate Repeating as Champions
The All Africa Flying Disc Federation (AAFDF) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the Frisbee East Africa Sand Tournament (FEAST) XVI Tournament, held over the Easter weekend, April 4–5, 2026 at Kongo Beach, Diani/Mombasa, Kenya, marking another milestone in African Flying Disc competition. The event brought together 11 teams and 200 athletes from Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania, showcasing the growth of Ultimate and the values of teamwork, inclusivity, and fair play over two days …
Fumio Morooka named “WFDF Flying Disc Ambassador for Life”
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce that it has named Fumio Morooka “WFDF Flying Disc Ambassador for Life.” As President of the WFDF, it is my honor to announce the recognition of Fumio Morooka, our dear friend and colleague Moro, for the personal role he played in the development of Flying Disc sports globally by giving him the honorary title of “WFDF Flying Disc Ambassador for Life,” stated WFDF President …
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 …
WFDF Welcomes North Macedonia and Pakistan, Expanding Global Membership to 124 National Federations
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to announce the formal admission of two new National Federations following a recent electronic vote by its Congress. The Macedonian Flying Disc Sports Federation (MFDSF), representing North Macedonia (MKD), and the Pakistan Flying Disc Federation (PFDF), representing Pakistan (PAK), have been officially welcomed as the 123rd and 124th WFDF members, respectively. This expansion demonstrates WFDF’s commitment to its Strategic Plan, which focuses on the efficient and …
Thailand Sweeps Gold in Disc Golf at SEA Games Thailand 2025
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) proudly marks the successful conclusion of the Disc Golf competition at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok, Thailand, celebrating a historic milestone as Flying Disc sports were featured for the first time as a demonstration sport within a full Olympic Movement multi-sport event. In the Men’s Professional Open (MPO) division, Pichet Panturat, a leading figure in the Thai disc golf community and a reference for the sport …
Philippines Claims Gold in Ultimate at SEA Games Thailand 2025
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) proudly celebrates the conclusion of the Ultimate competition at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok, Thailand, marking a historic milestone as Flying Disc sports were featured for the first time as a demonstration sport in a full Olympic Movement multi-sports event. In a thrilling final, the Philippines earned the gold medal with a 9 – 7 time-capped victory over top-seeded Singapore, delivering a dramatic last possession that …
Flying Disc in the Southeast Asian Games
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce that flying disc sports will be featured as a demonstration sport in the 33rd Edition of the Southeast Asian Games. Ultimate will be played 16-17 December and disc golf will be played 17-18 December, with NOC supported teams from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. The Southeast Asian Games, commonly known as SEA Games, is a biennial multi-sport event involving participants from the current …
WFDF and Discraft Partnership Supports Global Flying Disc Development, Delivering Equipment to Over 40 Countries
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to highlight the crucial role its long-standing partnership with Discraft plays in fulfilling its mission to develop Flying Disc sports globally. The collaboration with Discraft allows WFDF to provide thousands of high-quality, official discs, to new and developing communities, directly addressing the primary barrier of equipment access. In 2025, the program supported more than 40 countries, including key development regions like: Pan-America: Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, …
Dominican Republic’s Blue Devils Join Teams from USA and Colombia as the Continental Champions of PAUC 2025
The WFDF 2025 Pan American Ultimate Championships (PAUC) concluded this Saturday after six days of elite competition, vibrant community spirit, and unforgettable moments both on and off the field. Hosted in the spectacular setting of Cap Cana, Dominican Republic, the tournament brought together 59 teams from 10 countries, competing across five divisions and involving more than 1,200 participants. A spirited crowd, featuring supporters from every division, a dedicated volunteer team, and proud local families, …
WFDF 2025 Pan American Ultimate Championships Begins in Beautiful Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF), the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) Cut Camp and the Pan American Flying Disc Federation (PAFDF) are thrilled to announce the start of WFDF 2025 Pan American Ultimate Championships (PAUC) on Monday, 1st December 2025 in the beach resort community of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This six-day Pan American event welcomed 59 teams from 10 countries, spread across 5 divisions, bringing together almost 1,200 participants. The competition will run through …
Germany Joins USA and Canada Among Gold Medalists on Second Day of Finals at WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships
The WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships (WBUC) concluded today at Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Portugal, marking the end of a thrilling week of high-level Beach Ultimate featuring 2,500 participants on 136 teams from 38 countries competing across 10 divisions. After seven days of intense, spirited play, the final medal matches took place on Saturday, 22 November, bringing the championships to an exciting close. On the second day of gold-medal rounds, teams from …
North American Teams Prevail in First Day of Gold Medal Rounds at WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships
The first day of Gold Medal Rounds at the WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships (WBUC) concluded on Friday, 21 November. Held at Praia da Rocha in Portimão, Portugal, the first slate of finals showcased closely contested matchups across the Master’s divisions, with the USA and Canada sweeping every gold medal awarded on Friday. With 2,500 participants on 136 teams from 38 countries competing across 10 divisions, WBUC 2025 continues today with gold medal matches …
WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships Get Underway in Portimão, Portugal, the Largest WFDF Beach Ultimate Event Ever
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF), in partnership with the Portuguese Flying Disc Association (APUDD), the Clube de Praticantes Ultimate Portimão (Local Organising Committee – LOC), and the Municipality of Portimão, commenced the WFDF 2025 World Beach Ultimate Championships (WBUC) this Sunday, 16 November 2025, at Praia da Rocha, one of Portugal’s most iconic beach destinations. This seven-day world championship event welcomes 136 teams from 38 countries, spread across 10 divisions, bringing together over …
WFDF 2025 All Africa Ultimate Championship Concludes in Stirring Display of Sport, Spirit, and Growth
The WFDF 2025 All Africa Ultimate Championship (AAUC) concluded at the Kampala International School (KISU) Fields in Kampala this last weekend, marking a high point in African flying disc competition. Held from 9 to 12 October, the tournament drew 240 athletes across 13 teams, the largest turnout in AAUC history. Over four days of spirited competition, players and teams from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Uganda …
WFDF Membership Grows to 122 National Federations
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) has formally welcomed four new National Federations following the recent electronic Congress vote. The approval of the new members expands the federation’s global community to 122 countries. The new National Federations are: Botswana Flying Disc Association (BoFDA) Senegalese Flying Disc Association (SFDA) Nepal Flying Disc Federation (NFDF) Zimbabwe Flying Disc Association (ZFDA) The addition of the three new African national federations brings the total number of recognized members in …
WFDF Announces Formation of the Oceania Flying Disc Federation (OFDF)
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce the formal establishment of the Oceania Flying Disc Federation (OFDF) as the new Continental Association representing Flying Disc member federations across Oceania. The formation of OFDF marks an important milestone in strengthening regional governance and development of Flying Disc sports in alignment with WFDF’s global structure. At the OFDF Formation Meeting held on 8 October 2025, member representatives approved the appointment of the federation’s …
WFDF 2025 All-Africa Ultimate Championships Commence
The WFDF 2025 All-Africa Ultimate Championship is being held 9-12 October 2025 at the Kampala International School (KISU) Field in Kampala, Uganda. This is the 10th anniversary of the first WFDF All-African Championships, which coincidentally were also held in Uganda. Over 230 Athletes will be competing during the tournament across 13 teams, the biggest number of teams AAUC has ever held. There are mixed gender teams from seven countries: Congo, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, …
WFDF Grants Strengthen Communities through Flying Disc Sports
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is happy to report on the reach of its Development Grant Support Program. The Program, first launched in 2014, supports National Federations and their communities with micro-grants of US$1,500 or less in developing Flying Disc sports to positively impact participants at the grassroots level. In 2024, a total of US$6,250 was disbursed across five projects in developing countries, with an additional project approved but funding deferred to 2025. The …
Lithuania Crowned WFDF World Wheelchair Ultimate Champions in Druskininkai
Vytautas Skucas scores six goals in a 10-3 victory over Japan in the Gold Medal Game on Sunday in Lithuania Lithuania has put its name in the history books as the second-ever champions of the World Wheelchair Ultimate Championship, defeating Japan 10-3 in a commanding final on Sunday at the Lithuanian Sport Centre. The bronze medal went to Italy, who defeated Germany 10-6 in a competitive match for third place. All games are available through …
2025 World Wheelchair Ultimate Championship: Preview, Schedule, and How to Watch
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) will host the second edition of the WFDF World Wheelchair Ultimate Championships from 18 to 21 September in Druskininkai, Lithuania. This Championship marks a major step in the continued development of para flying disc sports and its pathway to greater inclusion. The six teams competing are Germany (2023 bronze medalists), India, Italy (2023 Champion), Japan, Lithuania, and Team World (featuring players from countries not sending a national team). All …
Asia Oceanic Ultimate Championships and Inaugural World Guts Club Championships Close with Spirit and Resilience in Kamisu
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the WFDF 2025 Asia-Oceanic Ultimate Championships (AOUC) and the inaugural World Guts Club Championships (WGCC), held from 3–7 September in Kamisu, Japan. Over five days, more than 1,200 athletes and coaches from across the region came together to compete in one of WFDF’s largest gatherings of the Flying Disc community in Asia to date. With 51 Ultimate teams and 8 Guts clubs representing …
Flying Disc Spotlight Turns to Kamisu with Asia Oceanic Ultimate Championships and First-Ever World Guts Club Championships
Kamisu City, Japan — The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to announce the upcoming WFDF 2025 Asia Oceanic Ultimate Championships (AOUC) and the inaugural WFDF 2025 World Guts Club Championships (WGCC) — set to take place in Kamisu City, Ibaraki, Japan, with over 1,200 participants including athletes and coaches ready to take part in five spirited days of international play. Organized in close partnership with the Japan Flying Disc Association (JFDA), a …
Cat Phillips Elected to IWGA Athletes’ Committee at The World Games 2025
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce that Australian Flying Disc athlete Catherine “Cat” Phillips has been elected to the International World Games Association (IWGA) Athletes’ Committee at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China. Phillips was one of seven athletes selected from a field of 20 candidates representing sports across the IWGA membership. The IWGA announced the list of candidates on 19 May 2025, with voting open to all accredited athletes …
Team USA wins Ultimate Gold Medal in Thrilling Final at The World Games 2025 Chengdu
Canada claims Silver, France earns Bronze Chengdu, China – August 2025 — The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to announce the results of the Ultimate competition at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China. In a spectacular finale capping the five day event at the beautiful stadium at Chengdu Sport University, Team USA captured the gold medal in the mixed-gender Ultimate event, edging out Canada who secured silver, while France celebrated bronze on …
Disc Golf concludes at The World Games in Chengdu with USA Victory Finland takes Silver and Latvia wins Bronze
The Disc Golf Championships at The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China concluded Sunday 10 August as the USA mixed doubles pair of Missy Gannon and Gannon Buhr defeated Finnish team Eveliina Salonen and Nestori Tukhanen in match-play format. In the bronze medal match-up, the Latvian team of Elizabete Peksena and Rainers Balodis prevailed over Kristin and Silver Lätt of Estonia in a come from behind victory. The competition took place over three days in …
WFDF Congress Approves New National Federation Members
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce that its Congress has approved National Federations from Cape Verde, Cuba, Ethiopia and Vietnam as the newest countries to achieve WFDF membership. The addition of these countries brings WFDF’s membership to 118 National Federations, marking continued global growth for Flying Disc sports. “The ongoing expansion of our global membership is a testament to the dedication of Flying Disc enthusiasts around the world,” said WFDF President …
Logroño’s Ultimate Celebration: World Under-24 Ultimate Championships concludes with Passion and Excellence
Logroño, La Rioja, Spain — The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) proudly celebrated the conclusion of the 2025 World Under‑24 Ultimate Championships on Saturday the 28th of June at Estadio Municipal Las Gaunas, Logroño’s premier sports venue, hosting a major non‑football event for the first time. Over eight days of competition in record heat conditions, nearly 1,250 athletes on 50 teams from 25 nations competed across Women’s, Open, and Mixed divisions, demonstrating skill, sportsmanship, and …
Team USA Crowned Champions of the 2025 WFDF Virtual Sport World Team Disc Golf Championships.
25 June 2025 The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to announce the conclusion of the WFDF 2025 Virtual Sport World Team Disc Golf Championships (VSWTDGC), with the United States of America emerging as the 2025 World Champions after an exciting Championship Finals held virtually on June 21–22. The finals featured top national mixed-gender teams from France, Italy, and the United States, who advanced through two competitive qualifying events. During the finals, each …
Youth and Spirit Take Center Stage at the WFDF 2025 World Under-24 Ultimate Championships in Logroño, Spain
The WFDF 2025 World Under-24 Ultimate Championships commenced Saturday evening with a parade of teams and showcase game in front of 2,500 ticket-holding fans at Estadio Municipal Las Gaunas in Logroño, Rioja, Spain. Nearly 1,250 young athletes on 50 teams from 25 countries across the Open, Women’s and Mixed divisions in this weeklong event culminating in the medal matches on Saturday, 28 June 2025. “I am always excited to see the next generation of talent …
WFDF Highlights Flying Disc Presence and Cat Phillips’ Candidacy for IWGA Athletes Committee at The World Games 2025
04 Jun 2025 The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to share that Australian athlete Cat Phillips has been announced as a candidate for the IWGA Athletes Committee election at The World Games 2025, taking place in Chengdu, China from 7 to 17 August. The IWGA Athletes Committee serves a key role in athlete representation, offering insight and input on behalf of all competitors at The World Games. Cat served on the inaugural IWGA …
Turkmenistan Flying Disc Public Union approved as WFDF’s 114th National Federation member
1 May 2025 The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce that the Turkmenistan Flying Disc Public Union (TFDPU) has been approved by Congress as WFDF’s 114th National Federation member. Established in 2009, the TFDPU has worked diligently to promote and organize Flying Disc sports in Turkmenistan. With a majority of players spread across four clubs established in the capital Ashgabat, the TFDPU organizes regular training sessions and national tournaments to grow the …
WFDF Releases Spanish Edition of “Ultimate at School Guidebook”
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is pleased to announce the publication of the Ultimate at School guidebook in Spanish. This release marks the sixth language edition, following Portuguese, English, Croatian, Chinese, and, most recently, Lithuanian. This initiative aligns with WFDF’s Strategic Plan for 2023-2028, focusing on school and youth development and global accessibility by providing educational resources that support the integration of Disc Sports into school sports programs. The Spanish edition expands the reach …
WFDF Congress Approves Cameroon and the Maldives as National Federation Members
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is proud to announce that its Congress has approved Cameroon and the Maldives as the newest national federations to achieve WFDF membership. With these additions, WFDF’s global membership now expands to 113 National Federations, with 20 member federations in Africa and 28 in Asia. “The continued expansion of Flying Disc sports globally is a core component of our mission, in addition to broadening the community in countries that are …
Successful Workshops for Physical Education Teachers Held in Lithuania
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) recently concluded a series of highly successful workshops aimed at expanding the presence of Flying Disc sports among physical education teachers across Lithuania. Held from 3rd to the 6th of February, the workshops took place in Kaunas, Klaipėda and Vilnius, drawing enthusiastic participation from over 100 teachers. The workshops were led by José Amoroso, Chair of the World Flying Disc Federation’s School, University and Youth Commission. The “Introducing Flying …
Kristin Lätt Takes Silver in IWGA Athlete of the Year Vote – A Victory for Disc Golf and the Flying Disc Community
The World Flying Disc Federation proudly celebrates Kristin Lätt of Estonia, who claimed second place in the prestigious IWGA Athlete of the Year 2024 award, closing with 51,338 votes. The contest is held each January for the previous year. The next edition of The World Games will be held 7-17 August in Chengdu, China and will feature both Disc Golf and Ultimate. In 2024, Kristin claimed victory in seven Disc Golf Pro Tour events, including …
“Ultimate at School Guidebook” Now Available in Lithuanian
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF), in collaboration with the Lithuanian Flying Disc Federation (LFDF), is pleased to announce the Lithuanian translation of the “Ultimate at School Guidebook.” With the Guidebook now available in 5 languages, this new edition aims to broaden the guidebook’s reach and continue to impact more participants through the discipline of Ultimate. Originally launched in English in 2020, the guidebook was developed with the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria and local experts …
Disc Golfer Kristin Lätt of Estonia Nominated for The World Games Athlete of the Year
Kristin Lätt (née Tattar), one of the most dominant forces in Flying Disc sports, has been nominated by the World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) for The World Games Athlete of the Year 2024. This prestigious nomination recognizes her outstanding achievements in Disc Golf, where she has not only redefined the game but continues to inspire athletes across the world. This year, Disc Golf will be on the Programme of The World Games for the first …
Estonian Disc Golf Star Named IWGA Athlete of the Month Following World Team Disc Golf Championship Victory
The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is thrilled to celebrate Estonian disc golfer Albert Tamm, who has been named the IWGA Athlete of the Month for November 2024. This recognition follows his pivotal role in leading Estonia to victory at the 2024 World Team Disc Golf Championship (WTDGC) in Perth, Australia, where the team defended their World Championship title with a stellar performance. Tamm’s contributions to the tournament showcased his exceptional skills, leadership, and the …
Flying Disc receives the green light for the final inclusion in FIGeST and Italian Flying Disc athletes receive awards from the Italian National Olympic Committee
On Saturday, 7 December 2024, the Italian National Olympic Committee (CONI) during a ceremony at its headquarters in Rome awarded the best Flying Disc athletes and announce the green light to proceed to the inclusion of the discipline in FIGeST. Following the modification of the FIGeST Statutes, which will take place on 25 January 2025, Flying Disc will have full recognition of the NOC of Italy. Giovanni Malagò — IOC Member, President of the Milano …
Deutscher Frisbeesportverband receives German National Olympic Committee membership
The German Flying Disc Federation (Deutscher Frisbeesport-Verband or DFV) has received Deutscher Olympischer Sportbund (German Olympic and Sports Confederation or DOSB) membership during their 21st General Assembly on 7 December 2024 in Saarbrücken (Germany). The DFV is the 102nd member of the NOC of Germany and achieved a unanimous vote of the current DOSB membership, which is composed of 43 Olympic and 25 non-Olympic sport national federations, 16 regional sport confederations, and 17 organisations with …
WFDF Celebrates Excellence and Spirit at the 2024 World Masters Ultimate Championships
The WFDF 2024 World Masters Ultimate Championships (WMUC) brought the Ultimate community together for an unforgettable week of high-level competition, camaraderie, and celebration. From November 10 to 16, the fields of Great Park in Irvine, California, became the stage for 67 teams and over 2,000 participants, including athletes, spectators, and dedicated volunteers. Teams from 15 countries—Australia, Canada, Colombia, Germany, Great Britain, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Portugal, USA, and Venezuela—showcased the …
WFDF announces the city of Druskininkai, Lithuania, as Hosts of the WFDF 2025 World Wheelchair Ultimate Championship (WWUC)
Druskininkai, Lithuania – The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) is excited to announce that the 2025 World Wheelchair Ultimate Championship (WWUC) will take place in Druskininkai, Lithuania from August 28 to August 31, 2025, in collaboration with the Lithuanian Flying Disc Federation. The 2025 WWUC marks the second-ever time the Championship is hosted, with the inaugural edition hosted in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy in September 2023. Four teams participated with Team Italy – White winning the …
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