Getting To Know Ultimate

Key Information

Ultimate Frisbee is a non-contact, self-refereed sport played with a flying disc. Players cannot run with the disc and must pass it to players by throwing it. The objective of the game is to score points by catching the disc in the opposing team’s end zone. Ultimate can be played indoors or outdoors, with indoor games being played on a smaller 5 a side pitch whereas outdoor ultimate is 7 a side.

Contact: scotstuultimate@gmail.com

Governing Body: UK Ultimate

Ultimate is known for its emphasis on sportsmanship and fair play. If you’re interested, some of the institutions that offer an ultimate frisbee team include:

• University of Glasgow
• University Of Aberdeen
• University of St Andrews
• University of Strathclyde
• University of Edinburgh
• University Of Stirling
• University Of Dundee
• Heriot Watt University

Events

• Mixed Indoor Regionals is the first and largest event of the year
• BUSC League
• Nationals