In a landmark conclusion to the 45th Annual General Assembly of the Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC), held in Nikko Hotel, Guam, the Assembly today elected its new leadership for the upcoming quadrennial.
The elections underscore ONOC’s commitment to fostering the Olympic movement and supporting its member National Olympic Committees across the Oceania region.
The newly elected members of the ONOC Executive Board are:
- President: Baklai Temegil (PLW)
- Vice President: Emma Waiwai (PNG)
- Secretary General: Ricardo Blas (GUM)
In addition to these key leadership roles, theAssembly also elected the following individuals as Members At Large:
- James Tobin (FSM)
- Catherine Wong (FIJ)
- Maureen Tuimaleali’ifano (SAM)
- Marcus Stephen (NRU)
They join Ken Wallace (ONOC Athletes’ Commission representative, AUS) and the current IOC Members serving on the ONOC Executive Board – Auvita Rapilla (PNG), Ian Chesterman,(AUS) and Sarah Walker (NZL) — as well as IOC Athletes’ Commission Members Jessica Fox (AUS) and Marcus Daniell (NZL).
Dr Robin Mitchell also remains an Executive Board member by virtue of his role as an IOC member.
The election of this esteemed group of individuals signifies a new chapter for ONOC, bringing together a wealth of experience and dedication to the advancement of sport within the Oceania continent. Their collective expertise will be invaluable in guiding ONOC’s strategic direction and ensuring continued growth and success for its member nations.
ONOC extends its sincere gratitude to all the National Olympic Committees for their thoughtful nominations and active participation in this pivotal process. The collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout the General Assembly reinforces the strength and unity of the Olympic movement in Oceania.
The newly elected Executive Board will now embark on its four-year term, working collaboratively with member NOCs to champion athlete development, promote the Olympic values, and strengthen the sporting landscape across the region.
The official opening of the General Assembly Meeting was conducted today, Saturday, May 17, 2025, by the Honorable Lou Leon Guerrero, Governor of Guam.
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About ONOC
Established in 1981, the Oceania National Olympic Committees (ONOC) is one of five Continental Associations. It looks after the interests of 17 member nations in the Oceania Region, including Australia and New Zealand as well as seven associate members.
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