WNBA Conference 2025 Brings New Leadership and Statutes
On May 28, 2025, the international WNBA conference took place in Székesfehérvár, Hungary, attended by representatives from the majority of member countries and a distinguished guest – Mr. Marios Nicolaides, Vice President of the International Bowling Federation (IBF).
The conference focused on innovation and organizational development. The main outcome was the adoption of new statutes, reflecting the current needs of the organization and setting a modern framework for its future operation.
A key part of the program was the election of new WNBA leadership. Petr Vaňura from the Czech Republic was re-elected as President, continuing his work in this role. Tomáš Valík, also from the Czech Republic, was newly elected as Vice President. The presidium will also include representatives from the following sections: Michael Teschner for NBS (Germany), Horst Salutt for NBN (Switzerland), Martin Herold, newly elected for NBC (Germany).
Who we are?
(WNBA) World Ninepin Bowling Association was founded at London 1973 from former FIQ (Federation Internationale des Quilleurs). FIQ was the world governing body of Tenpin Bowling and Ninepin Bowling. Tenpin Bowling was organised within the FIQ from WTBA (World Tenpin Bowling Association) and Ninepin Bowling from WNBA (World Ninepin Bowling Association). 2015 FIQ and WTBA merged to World Bowling. Therefrom WNBA is an associated member of World Bowling.
Actually WNBA has member federations in 28 countries in 3 continents (Europe, South America, Asia). Because of different kinds of lanes Ninepin bowling will be practised in 3 discipline associations (sections).
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