NEWS RELEASE (#2025-07)
Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2025 Inductees to the International Dragon Boat Hall of Fame
The IDBF is delighted to announce its 2025 inductees to the International Dragon Boat Hall of Fame, celebrating the outstanding achievements of individuals who have made significant contributions to the sport of dragon boating. Whether through their mastery on the water or their efforts behind the scenes, these honourees have demonstrated unwavering commitment to the growth and success of the sport, inspiring paddlers across the globe.
Congratulations to the 2025 International Dragon Boat Hall of Fame Inductees:
Sports Developer
- Matthew Smith (Canada)
- Claudio Schermi (Italy)
- Barbara Michaels (USA)
Coach
- Hou Hung-Chang 侯鴻章 (Chinese Taipei)
Athletes
- Colleen Middendorf (USA)
- Christopher Alexandrou (Australia)
The IDBF Hall of Fame Awards Night will take place in July during the 17th IDBF World Dragon Boat Racing Championships in Brandenburg, Germany. This exciting event will honour the inductees and their incredible accomplishments, shining a spotlight on their lasting legacy in the dragon boating community.
Congratulations to the 2025 Hall of Fame inductees!
For more information about the Hall of Fame and past inductees, please visit https://www.dragonboat.sport/about-us/hall-of-fame/hall-of-fame-inductees/.
About the IDBF
The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) is the global governing body for dragon boat racing. Founded in 1991, in Hong Kong China, it oversees and promotes the sport of dragon boat paddling across the world. With a mission to foster unity, friendship, and fair competition, the IDBF organises multiple international world championships, sets rules and standards for dragon boat racing and equipment, and has a membership base of over 80 national federations.