Will Deaver

For 24 years, Will Deaver has dedicated his career to advancing the sport of Ultimate and the way it is played, demonstrating exceptional leadership and clear vision. As the Managing Director of Competition and National Teams for USA Ultimate (and UPA before), Deaver has been instrumental in shaping the modern rules and competitive structure of the sport, including co-authoring the influential Callahan Rules. He has created and overseen major championship events over decades across multiple divisions, and has played a key role in expanding and advancing US national team programs. Whether the challenge has involved  balancing the observer role with self-officiation, designing creative tournament formats, memorializing new editions of the rules, creating manuals to ensure consistent practices, launching and facilitating vital planning committees, or just running a great national championship, Will has always held excellence as his standard and strived to incorporate ultimate’s values in organizational decision-making. His impact on the sport and our community are immeasurable.