Spring 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?

Teams

• Cap of 16 teams, 256 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 96 women, there will be 6 women/11 men per team and 4/3 ratio will be an option.

Schedule

• Tuesdays/Thursdays, 8pm, starting Feb 25th. 9-13 weeknight games with exact schedule dependent on registration numbers.
• Teams play primarily one night but will have 1-4 games on the opposite night. Teams may have up to two weeks in which they play both nights.
• Finals Saturday, May 9th at Scottsdale Sports Complex, 2-10pm.

Fields

• Benedict (Ben): 490 W Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283
• Pecos Park (Pec): 17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048, Field Map
• For one week and finals: Scottsdale Sports Complex (SSC): 8081 E Princess Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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.

Spring 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?

For 16 teams: Initial player cap 176 men, 80 women. 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.

Registration will remain open through Feb. 5th.

How much does league cost?

The fee for league registration is $40. This includes a jersey, unless registration numbers are very low, in which case teams will play more games and not have shirts. Shirts will be A4 Cooling Performance Crew (Men's Specs, Women's Specs).

Registration through Feb 5th. Price will increase for late registration/payment.

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.
If you are still interested in playing, please, add your information to the Wait List, but DO NOT PAY until you are contacted by a league representative.

Spring League 2020 Wait List

On-time registration fee was $40. Late payments or late registrations will be charged $55.

Confirm Your Registration / Payment Status

Subject to change.

For more information, contact LD Mike Hall.