Spring League 2018 ~ Information

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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) with two primary goals in mind:

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

• Initial cap of 14 teams, 238 total players. 17 players per team; 12 men & 5 women or 11 men & 6 women, depending on registration numbers.
• Teams play a minimum 5/2 ratio of men to women on the field. If women's registration reaches 84 women, there will be 6 women per team and 4/3 ratio will be an option.

Location & Schedule

• Games will be weeknights, mainly at Phoenix Pecos Park with very few at Tempe Benedict, starting Wed 2/21. (Fields)
• Most games will be at 8 pm, but each team could have up to two at 6pm. Games can be scheduled either Mon or Wed at 8pm starting in March, and teams will finish with a 6pm game on Tues or Thurs during the last 2 weeks of April.
• Roughly 1/3 of games will be on Monday, and almost 2/3 will be on Wed.
• Teams will play at least 6 games, and will not play one every week. Additional games may be added if more fields become available with time, day and location TBA.
• Finals will be on April 28, 2-10pm at Tempe Benedict Park.
• No league shirts or discs.

Do I need to know how to play?

Absolutely not! We teach all new players basic throws as well as the rules and strategies of ultimate throughout the season. As a new player, you will be placed on a team with moderate to experienced players who will show you the ropes and teach you the game.

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.

Spring League 2018 League Registration

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.

Can I play on the same team as my friends?

A new player can sign up to be "baggage" with another player.

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. You will have the opportunity to list the person you are bagging with on the registration form. (One only, please.) Baggage is NOT intended to ensure that couples & carpoolers get to play together. If couples/carpoolers wish to play together, you will have the option to explain the situation on the registration form. Captains will see your note during the draft and attempt (but not guarantee) to pick you on the same team. Baggage approvals will be left to the discretion of the league director. While we try to accommodate preferences, we reserve the right to refuse baggage requests.

What is the player cap and the wait list?

For 14 teams: Initial player cap 154 men, 70 women. A wait list will be instituted *before* these caps are met to avoid over-filling.

Registration will remain open through TUESDAY, FEB. 13th.

How much does league cost?

The fee for league registration is $24. No league shirts or discs.

If you have problems using PayPal, please email Katherine at webmaster@vots.org.

If you have already completed and submitted a registration form, but still need to complete payment, please, use the button below or on the Confirmation/Pay page. Note: Payment made without filling out the registration form will not count as a registration.

How do I register?

Fill out the form linked below:

Registration is now closed, but the wait list will remain open. There may still be some subbing opportunities during the season, feel free to add your information to the wait list. DO NOT pay until instructed to do so.

Spring League 2018 Wait List

Pay the league fee:

Payment for Spring League 2018 is: $24

Confirm Your Registration / Payment Status

Subject to change.

For more information, contact LD Mike Hall.