CyDBF Executive Committee
Chairwoman
Nicole Ioannou
With a background in Music Education and swimming, Nicole brings a lifelong passion for sport and personal development to her involvement in Dragon Boating. Since joining the sport in 2020, she has participated as a member of the Cyprus National Team at the 2022 and 2024 European Nations Championships, has competed internationally at club level and is a CyDBF certified L1Helm/Coach. Her involvement with the CyDBF Executive Committee began in December 2023 as Secretary, and she has served as Chair since 2024.
VP/Technical Manager
Eleni Roussounidou
Eleni Roussounidou has been actively involved in Dragon Boat in Cyprus for many years as an athlete, coach, official, organiser, and federation member. She is a founding member of Cyprus Mouflons Paddlesports and Pink Mouflons, and has played a key role in promoting Dragon Boat as an inclusive sport, including the introduction and development of the Breast Cancer Survivors category in Cyprus.
Eleni has represented Cyprus as a National Team paddler and served as Head of Delegation at international events. She is a Level 2 Dragon Boat Coach and an IDBF International Race Official Level 2, with extensive experience in race organisation, technical coordination, and event management.
Currently serving as Vice President of the Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation, she continues to support the growth, governance, and promotion of the sport locally and internationally, contributing to the development of athletes, clubs, and events with dedication and passion.
Secretary
Stella Naziri
Stella Naziri began her involvement in 2022 after discovering the sport through a local community event. Drawn by the teamwork, energy, and strong sense of community, she developed a passion for Dragon Boat and became an active member of the dragon boating community in Cyprus.
Since December 2024, she has served as Secretary of the Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation (CyDBF), supporting the federation’s development and promoting dragon boating across Cyprus.
