07/17/2026
❗️Attention all ADFPF Lifters, Judges, and Coaches.❗️
Many federations are run by individuals who have vested financial interests, but the ADFPF is different. The ADFPF has long been run as a labor of love for drug free lifting. Some of you may recall Judy Gedney and Dick Van Eck, who were some of the most well-known ADFPF founders, who literally invested countless hours, and quite a bit of their personal funds, into the ADFPF for running the early meets in the federation. Since those early days many others have stepped up to take the lead. We are all here because we believe in the value, virtue, and commitment to drug free strength sport.
We are drug free and proud of it!
The current Board of Directors (BOD) have worked tirelessly to help the ADFPF get through some very challenging times for meet directors, lifters, and coaches. The ADFPF is excited to announce that we are growing and now seems like a great time to stir up some new energy and new ideas.
The BOD would like to extend a sincere invitation to any and all ADFPF members to nominate, or self-nominate, for ALL positions on the Board. Below you will find information about our mission, positions, and the voting procedures.
ADFPF Mission Statement
The ADFPF is a non-profit organization formed to provide all amateur athletes with legitimate drug-tested powerlifting, Strongman/women, and Highland Games competitions through local, state, regional, and national championships while encouraging the growth of international amateur drug-free competition. To ensure that the ADFPF, as well as all ADFPF competitions, are governed with integrity and by the highest standards of meeting structure, officiating, and organizational administration.
Call for Nominations
Board of Directors positions
● President -
● Vice-President -
● Secretary -
● Treasurer-
● At-large Advisory (1-2 positions)-
● Drug Test Officer- appointed/selected by BOD
o Duties of each position are currently stated on the ADFPF website.
o After a new board is elected duties may be adjusted to meet the needs of the ADFPF and fit the particular skills of each board member.
o All nominees will be contacted so they can accept or decline their nomination.
o You may nominate someone for multiple board positions.
o The “at-large” position is a new designation and these individuals will act to give input to the board on all pertinent matters
o The new “at-large” positions do not currently have official voting rights or duties but this may change under a new board
o Self-nomination for all positions is encouraged…don’t be shy
o Nominations close on July 31st !!!
● Note: Mike Stagg, Bill Sias and Dan Bullock have chosen to not accept nominations for themselves in their current administrative roles. Both men have done incredible work for the ADFPF and they are stepping aside so they can focus on promoting meets. They may be nominated for other positions but they will be given the same opportunity to accept or decline nominations.
Once all nominations are collected, we will create a ballot so every current ADFPF member may vote for their preferences. If you are no longer a current member, please complete your ADFPF membership ASAP.
Let’s all help the ADFPF grow and make our founders proud of continuing the passion for Drug Free Lifting.
