Fall League 2020 ~ 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.

We will be playing by USAU 2020-21 rule set.

How is league structured?

General Info

• Six games, 8pm, either Mondays or Thursdays, no crossovers, starting Nov. 2nd through Dec. 17th. (No game on Thanksgiving.)
• 4 teams per night, mixed gender.
• Teams play a minimum 5/2 ratio of men to women on the field. See League Rules for 4/3 guidelines. League registration numbers did not support a mixed league with a set gender ratio. Instead, this will be an open league with both male and female players.
• Initial player caps of 48 men and 20 women per night.
• Games will be at a combination of PHX Pecos Park and Tempe Parks.

Fields

• Pecos Park (Pec): 17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048, Field Map
• Benedict (Ben): 490 W Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
• Tempe Sports Complex (TSC): 8403 South Hardy Drive, Tempe, AZ 85284

COVID-19 Rules and Guidelines (Updated 10/26/20)

In order to protect our fellow members and guests, as well as to satisfy requirements for field usage, the Valley of the Sun Ultimate Association (VOTS) has adopted rules and guidelines relating to COVID-19. Following these rules and guidelines is a requirement to participate in VOTS events. Failure to adhere to them is grounds for removal from VOTS events.

1. Attendees will self-screen for symptoms on the day of the VOTS event, prior to arrival, and will not attend if currently or previously symptomatic or tested positive for COVID-19 until meeting Release from Isolation Guidance.
2. Attendees will follow the Maricopa County Dept. of Public Health Quarantine Guidance for Household and Close Contacts including the provision for those who live in the same home or were in close contact (within 6 feet for longer than 10 minutes) with someone with COVID-19 being asked not to attend for 14 days after last contact with the person with COVID-19.
3. Attendees will sanitize hands upon arrival.
4. All attendees must wear masks covering nose and mouth during arrival and departure and when on the sidelines or not playing in the event. Spectators must wear masks covering nose and mouth during arrival and departure and throughout the event on or in proximity to the field or sidelines.
5. All attendees should maintain 6-foot distancing from anyone not in their household during arrival and departure as well as all times on sidelines.
6. Game discs will be sanitized prior to the game and again at halftime if they have been used or more often if instructed by event organizers or directors.
7. Social gatherings before and after the game are not allowed. Attendees should leave the field wearing masks after the conclusion of the game.
8. Only one ultimate field will be placed on a soccer field. Only one team will gather on and use each opposite sideline and will stay off the opposing team’s sideline. Each team will have ample space to gather away from the opposing team and close team huddles should be avoided. High fives, hugs and similar contact should be avoided.
9. Players are encouraged to wear a mask as much as possible and should consider pulling up a mask when marking an opponent in possession of the disc.

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. No glass is allowed on the fields.
3. Under NO circumstances should anybody drive onto the fields.

Fall League 2020 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 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 isn't intended to ensure that couples & carpoolers get to play together, but effort will be made to grant these requests. Request 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?

Initial player caps of 48 men and 20 women per night. A wait list will be instituted *before* these caps are met to avoid over-filling or if one side of the registration out-paces the other. If registration switches to a wait list, please, still sign up for league. The number of teams may be expanded if there is enough interest.

How much does league cost?

The fee for league registration is $40. The league will include a neck gaiter, but no team shirts.

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?

As of 10/31/20 – Registrations will now go to a Wait List. Please, do not pay unless instructed to do so.

Fill out the form linked below:

Fall League 2020 Wait List

Confirm Your Registration / Payment Status

Subject to change.

For more information, contact Tim Streit.