Ultimate has this great mix of athleticism, strategy, and culture that makes it a little different from most sports. A few fun bits that tend to surprise people:
There are NO referees, even at the highest level.
Yes...seriously!
No referees at all. The culture of the game promotes authenticity, communication, and fair play.
It was invented by high school students.
Yes...seriously!
It was invented in 1968 by students at Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey.
It's one of the fastest-growing field sports
Yes...seriously!
Driven by exponential growth in recreational, school, and competitive levels.
The disc can fly far...like, really far!
Yes...seriously!
The disc can fly wayyyy farther than most people think (>100m!).
Mixed-gender play is a core part of the sport
Yes...seriously!
Mixed‑gender play isn’t a niche option - it’s a core competitive division, and it was the only division featured at both the 2013 and 2017 World Games.
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