For the first time in 24 years, disc golf will be a medal sport at The World Games.

Set for August 7-17 in Chengdu, China, 16 countries with one male and one female player will compete at the highest level of international competition for non-Olympic sports.

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As the national association for the United States, the Professional Disc Golf Association is ready to announce the competitors for Team USA and, in conjuncture with the Canadian Disc Golf Association, the competitors for Team Canada. Teams are selected by each country's national association to represent their country.

Representing Team Canada will be Thomas Gilbert and Sofia Donnecke.

“It is a great honour to have been selected to represent at The World Games this summer in Chengdu, China. This is such an amazing opportunity to compete on one of the biggest stages for our country!”  — Thomas Gilbert

"It is an honour to represent Canada and the sport of disc golf on the world stage alongside Thomas. The strategy and fast pace in matchplay events make it such an exciting format of disc golf for both players and fans." — Sofia Donneke

For Team USA, Gannon Buhr and Missy Gannon will compete in China in August.

"It’s incredible that I am able to represent the USA for The World Games. This is such an incredible and unique opportunity to showcase and grow our sport, and I’m glad I can be a part of that!" — Gannon Buhr

"I am truly honored and humbled to be selected to represent my country at the 2025 The World Games in China. This opportunity is not only a personal dream come true, but also a significant milestone for the sport. As disc golf continues to grow globally, I can only hope that our participation on such a prestigious stage will help raise awareness and inspire more people to get involved, showcasing the skill, dedication, and sportsmanship that the disc golf community embodies. I’m excited to contribute to the continued expansion of the sport and to help elevate its profile on the world stage." — Missy Gannon

Stay tuned to the World Flying Disc Federation on social media for roster announcements for the rest of the disc golf field at the 2025 The World Games.