ALTERNATIVE ATHLETES
Tired of tennis? Bored with baseball? Sick of swimming? America’s latest import might reinvigorate your sporty soft spot. It’s Ultimate.
Ultimate Frisbee was invented by American students in1968, and is now gaining momentum and popularity all over the world. The rules for Ultimate Frisbee are relatively simple, and are similar to football and rugby in that players score points by passing a Frisbee through a goal on their opponents’ side of the field. Players may not run while they are holding the Frisbee, and the game has no referees; players must settle disputes respectfully among themselves.
The UK has caught on to the craze; London athletes have formed a league with over thirty teams, regular games, practices and outings. London is perfect for Ultimate because there are several large parks that would support an impromptu or planed game. Additionally, all kinds of Londoners love Ultimate because of its low casualty rate; players are not allowed to touch, and any physical contact is grounds for a foul, so players rarely suffer injuries.
Ultimate is loads of fun not because of the rules, but because of the strategy involved and the spirit of the game. Ultimate players tend to be laid back, fun loving and have a great sense of team and community. For a new way to exercise, meet people and have fun, you’ve got to try Ultimate Frisbee!
Find more information here: londonultimate.com