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Spring 2011 T/Th League

About Ultimate and VOTS leagues

Ultimate Frisbee is a high energy, non-contact team sport. It combines elements of many different sports including soccer, basketball, and football. Ultimate is played on a rectangular shaped field with end zones shaped like football end zones. Each team consists of seven players. The disc is passed from teammate to teammate until somebody catches the disc in the end zone for a score.

The Valley of the Sun Ultimate Association (VOTS) organizes adult leagues (18 and up, ages 16-17 with parental waiver) in the spring and fall with two primary goals:

1. to introduce new players to the sport of Ultimate
2. to provide a place for all levels of players to play in a competitive, team-oriented atmosphere

How is league structured?

• Teams play a 5/2 ratio of men to women on the field each point.
• Teams are determined by draft, ensuring that every team will have a mix of experienced and new players.
• 16 teams will play one game a week on either primarily Tuesday or primarily Thursday nights at 8pm.
• Regular season games will be played at Arredondo Sports Complex (formerly Tempe Sports Complex).
• There will be 3 crossover games during the season, resulting in teams playing 1-2 games on their opposite night.
• Playoffs: 10am-6pm on Saturday, April 16^th at Benedict. All teams will play a minimum of 2 games on Saturday.

When does the season start and how long does it last?

The season will be 11 weeks long: 10 regular season games and one week of pool play before finals Saturday. The first game will be on February 1^th, the last game will be April 14^th.

Do I need to have a team to sign up?

No! All players sign up as individuals and are placed on teams which even out the number of beginner, intermediate, and advanced players per team.

Baggage: The concept of baggage is designed SOLELY to introduce brand new players to the sport by allowing them play on a team with someone they know. List the person(s) you are bagging with in the comments section of the registration form. Baggage is NOT intended to ensure that couples & carpoolers get to play together. If couples/carpoolers wish to play together, explain the situation on the registration page. Captains will see your note during the draft and attempt (but not guarantee) to pick you on the same team. Better yet, captain together! Baggage decisions will be left to the discretion of the league director, who will follow up with requesters to inform them of their baggage approval status. Please, no more than one male and one female baggage request per player.

How much does league cost and how do I register?

The fee for league registration is $40 and will include a wicking shirt in your team color.
All brand new players will also receive a disc!

Registration is handled online.

As per League Policy:

• Ages 18 and over are allowed to participate in VOTS-sponsored leagues.
• Ages 16-17 must have signed parental consent to participate in VOTS-sponsored leagues and must turn 16 by the last day of league play.
• Ages 15 and below are not allowed to participate in VOTS-sponsored league.

Player cap: 176 men & 80 women.

Do I need to know how to play?

Absolutely not! In fact, you don't even need to know how to throw a disc. We teach all new players the rules and strategies of Ultimate as well as the basic throws. As a new player, you (along with other new players) will be placed on a team with other moderate to experienced players who will show you the ropes and teach you the game, no matter which league you choose.

Is there any place to play before league starts?

Check the VOTS calendar. Any event labeled 'Open' is open to all players of all levels. You can also get practice/scrimmage announcements by joining the VOTS Players email list by email or by filling in the field at the top of the VOTS webpage.

What do I need to play?

You will need to bring:

1. Non-metal cleats (or tennis shoes if you don't have cleats).
2. Water (you'll get thirsty).

Anything else?

As per General League Policies

1. VOTS discourages dogs at VOTS-sponsored leagues. If participants do bring dogs to VOTS-sponsored leagues, the owner must be aware of and abide by all applicable local leash laws.
2. Alcohol IS permitted on the field in cups and cans. No glass is allowed.
3. Any underage participant in violation of the Arizona alcohol consumption laws or any adult participant who furnishes alcohol to or purchases alcohol for an underage participant is subject to immediate suspension for a time at the determination/discretion of the board.
4. Under NO circumstances should anybody drive onto the fields.

Subject to change.

For more information, contact the league director.