Hi everyone,

The snow is gone, the grass is growing, and it’s time to get ready for summer ultimate! We have a great season planned for you so get your cleats out and read on for this season’s info. New stuff for each league is first, then the summary of the things that we usually do just as a reminder.

REC:

New Night

This year we will be running a Rec league on Monday nights as usual AND we will have a league running on Tuesday nights (same format, skill level, spirit, etc. as Mondays). You can play on one night or both. When you register, you will have the option of registering for Monday night, Tuesday night, or Both. If you would like to play on Monday OR Tuesday but it doesn’t matter which, just choose one to register in and then you can select “Either” in the “night preference” drop-down menu.

Fees

It’s $80 for one night or $150 for both. You must have paid to be put on the list for team-making; if you have not paid by the time registration closes, there are no guarantees that you will be put on a team later.

Registration & Pub Night

It will run until April 30, and there will be a Pub Night that night (Friday, April 30) for those of you that wish to pay cash. Pub Night will be at Kensington’s, which will be the after-game social gathering spot with deals on food and drinks. Pub Night will be the pre-season “meet and greet” for the league, so even if you are not registering or paying that night, come out to meet your league and win some gear.

Season Dates

The season will start the week of May 10 and run until the week of August 23. For the Monday league, play-offs will be a tournament on Saturday, August 28; for the Tuesday league play-offs will be on Tuesday nights (e.g. August 10, 17, 24).

Game Times

Games start at 6:30 pm and will end at 8:30 pm. In the past, games have not started on time and there have been issues with hard caps when it is light really late. Therefore, all games will start and end at the designated times.

Social

Everyone is encouraged to stop by Kensington’s after games to talk, eat, drink, and have fun off the field too. Our Social Convenor will be getting us some sweet deals and the details will be given to you by your captain on the first night.

Juniors

There is a Junior league available, so players under 16 wishing to play in the adult Rec league will be placed at the discretion of the convenor. (also see the “Juniors” section below).

“The Usual”:

• We need captains so if you want to volunteer contact the Rec convenor (talena@barrieultimate.com or convenor@barrieultimate.com); packages will be given out again with all the info you need so if you’re new to it, we’ve got you covered.
• Registration is as an individual and groups of up to 6 may ask to play together as long as all of you ask to play with each other (so A asks to play with B, C and D, B asks to play with A, C and D, etc.). Teams are made by the convenor and will be made with balance as the first priority – it is highly likely but not guaranteed that groups will be kept together.
• The first two games are exhibition to introduce the game and rules to new players and to check the balance of teams.
• No zone defence for the first four games.
• We play on ALL Mondays, including those that fall on a long weekend.
• Players are strongly encouraged to have a white and a red jersey, which can be purchased in the Barrie Ultimate League section of the ODSA website.
• Players self-rank when registering; PLEASE read the ranking descriptions as it makes the league much more fun when the ranks are accurate and teams can be put together well.
• There will be an end-of-season bbq at the tournament for Mondays, and after the last game for Tuesdays.

COMPETITIVE:

This league runs on Thursday nights and there is room for 8 teams this year.

TEAMS are put in rather than individuals, with a team fee of $400: $100 due prior to April 30 and the rest due before the first game or the team forfeits.

Season starts the week of May 10 and runs through to the week of August 23, play-offs are on Thursday nights.

Team captains are to contact the convenors with a whole or partial team.

All players must register online to sign the waiver but the fee is paid to your captain.

Captains will submit a roster to the convenor (jim@barrieultimate.com or tyler@barrieultimate.com) and this will be checked against the list of registered players.

To PLAY in the Competitive league you do not need to be a star player; this league is for those that want to play in a large group of friends, or step up their game. If you are interested in playing in this league, you have the following options:

1. get a group of friends together and put in a full team with one of you as a captain
2. put in a partial team (so a group of less than 12-14) and let the convenors know you want a few more players
3. contact the convenors as individuals or pairs and ask to be put in contact with captains seeking players, or put on a “hat team”

JUNIOR:

Diana Davis and Julianna Lerch have done a fantastic job starting up a Junior program with Fall and Winter indoor leagues, and there will be a summer Junior league as well for players aged 12 – 18 years.

The season will run on MONDAY nights (6:30-8:30)  in June and July with a night or two in May for clinics/practices.

Registration will be online.

With this league available, players under 16 wishing to play in the adult Rec league will be placed at the discretion of the convenor.

Volunteer coaches are needed; if you are interested, please contact diana@barrieultimate.com and/or julianna@barrieultimate.com.

All players coaching Juniors that wish to play Rec as well will be guaranteed to play on Tuesday nights (i.e. if there is a waiting list, they will be on teams rather than on the waiting list).

ALL LEAGUES:

To register, go to www.ondisc.org and either sign in or register.

If you are already an ODSA member, sign in and register for Barrie Ultimate (Rec).

If you are new, you need to register as an ODSA member (“Ultimate Organization Club Member 18 yrs & up” / under 18 yrs; your ultimate organization is Barrie Ultimate League) and then register for Barrie Ultimate (Rec).

There is a list on the right-hand side (Calendar & Events) which will have “Barrie Ultimate League Registration” in it; click on that and off you go!

NOTE Competitive players only need to register as ODSA members.

Here’s to a great season and see you at the Pub Night or on the field!

Your 2010 Executive

Jen Callow
Barrie Ultimate President

Andy & Kristy’s team pulled out a last minute come back to beat Mike’s team on a universal point for the consolation championship.

Great Season Everyone!

Next Thursday, Sept. 3rd, we still have the Barrie North field so come out and we’ll make up teams and have soem fun!

Cheers,

Jim

Recreational League:  Teams, Schedule, and Standings.

Competitive League:  Schedule and Standings.

Andy/Kristy’s Team vs. Bryan’s Team    and    Jim/Sean’s Team vs. Jesse’s Team

Mike’s Team has a bye this week.    Team Rosters are as follows:

Andy/Kristy (co-captains)

Andy Beecroft    James Callow    Tyler Cochrane    Stuart Bassin    Steve Gallant    Markus Bauman    John Leiper    Chris Tillmans    Brad Mayer    Kristy Robinson    Julia Tillmans    Jen Callow    Katie Fizzell    Nadine Leiper

Bryan (captain)

Bryan Cunningham    Chris Allen    Brain Spekkers    Joel Bellevance    Brandon Lusty    Aaron Kucherawy    Shaw Dungate    Mike Adams    Caitlind Lusty    Birkley Davis    Bryn Davis    Bailee Davis    Sarah Hobbs    Kiera Prairie    Jillian Hitchman

Jesse (captain)

Jesse Robertson    Vince Candelino    Eric Bouchard    Scott    Ian Brown    Travis Meinke    Bob Martin    Deb Dugas    Julie    Angela Bird    Juliana Lerch    Kathleen

Jim/Sean (co-captains)

Jim Millington    Sean Murray    Peter Bowman    Brad Jutzi    Reilly Vickers    Isaac Vickers    Gavin Hodgson    Chris Boutt    Megan Hendry    Nadia Fairbarn    Erin Flahrety    Liz Ross    Megan Simpson    Becki Couling

Mike (captain)

Mike Murphy    Chris Boulton    Pete Rutkauskas    Jamie Cable    Matt Hoffing    Tim Andrews    Tom Barnes    Greg Dufour    Chris Peacock    Sarah Boulton    Alicia Middleton    Jenn Martin

After battling the elements, poor weather and each other B-Rad’s team was victorious 13 to 12. The final point being scored in the dark and dreary rain.

Congratulations – see everyone indoors (registration to open sept9-10ish)

I’ve set up separate forum discussions for each tournament, here and here. This is also the same weekend as Stall Fall, so it’ll be a busy weekend of ultimate! More info after the break…

Fundraiser Hat Tournament, North Bay

Here’s the email that Deb Dugas sent me:

Hi Guys,

I know I haven’t been around much this summer… but I am planning on playing in the fall. I just wanted to pass along this tounament information to those who might be interested in playing. It is just a one day fun tournament foundraiser for a girlfriend of mine who’s 13 year old daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumor in May… she has had 5 operations and is on her way to recovery, but it has been a long road. They are staying in Toronto for rehab and it is getting pretty costly for them so we are doing what we can to help them out. Would really appreciate it if you could pass this info along to whoever you think might be interested.

Thanks
See you soon
Deborah Dugas

HI All,

Just wanted to send a brief hello and ask you to book Sat Sept 13th to be here in the Bay for a one-day Ultimate Hat tournament (enter as an individual). I will be running games during the day and a birthday pub at night as a fundraiser for Shan and Syd.

Syd has been doing better but still has a long road to go in her recovery. She is still at a rehab facility in toronto Sun- Thurs and is able to come home for the weekend. Costs continue to be difficult so all the proceeds from this event will go to them!!

All the details have to be worked out but Jen McNutt Bywater will be setting up an evite message at a later time: but the date is secured!! I know Shan has missed you all and is really hoping you will be able to come and see her for a good party on the 13th (Shan’s birthday is the 14th and she NEEDS/DESERVES a good time with all her buddies – and hates being a ‘Debby Downer’ so she just wants your smiles and laughter). Please let me know if you are able, ultimate play will probably be about $20 per player (it is a fundraiser so…) and the pub like $5 – $10…

Even if you’re currently out of province or country, we hope you can come!!! Don’t forget to spread the word as the more the merrier!!! Thanks!!

Cheers, Erin

Spirit Ultimate Charity Tournament

My name is Amy Read and I chair the Spirit Ultimate Charity Tournament presented by the Ottawa Carleton Ultimate Association (OCUA).

We would like to invite all teams from the Barrie Ultimate League to join us for our 6th annual event to be held on Saturday September 13th at the Gloucester Hornets Nest in Ottawa from 9pm to 7pm – www.ocua.ca/tournaments/spirit/.

All proceeds from the Spirit Ultimate Charity Tournament go directly to local charitable organizations.

Can you please let me know if you could post some information on your website or perhaps send out a team captain E-mail?

Please find our event details below. I look forward to hearing from you!

Thanks so much!
Amy.

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Amy Read
Spirit Event Chair

Work: 819-934-8440
Home: 613-236-4334
Cell: 613-222-4516
E-mail: catchthespirit@ocua.ca
Website: www.ocua.ca

It’s the 6th Anniversary of the OCUA Spirit Ultimate Charity Tournament!

To date, the Spirit event has raised over $56,000 for local Ottawa charities!

Spirit 2008 will take place on Saturday September 13th at the Gloucester Hornets Nest. We are again planning a great day including a BBQ lunch, McAuslan Beer Garden, Daredevil Discs merchandizing & interactive disc games in the Funzone, music, first aid services, massage therapy and of course, lots of exciting prizes for our pledge winners!

Registration
Please visit www.ocua.ca/tournaments/spirit for all the details. The team registration fee is $300. The team fee includes a complimentary BBQ lunch (including beverage) and massage coupon, as well as a minimum of three games through the day.

Don’t have a team? We’ll find you one! Individual registration is $25.

Our Charities
This year’s recipient charities are the Anxiety Disorders Association of Ontario, the Christopher Powell Carpe Diem Bursary, the Jennie James Depression Research Fund & Children At Risk.

Pledging & Prizes
We once again have some great prizes for collecting pledges! (prizes to be announced soon)

As pledge donations can significantly boost the overall funding we provide to our recipient charities, we encourage each team to raise a total minimum of $100 in pledges. And the more you collect the better chance you have at winning some of our cool prizes!

For more information about Spirit 2008, please visit www.ocua.ca/tournaments/spirit or E-mail catchthespirit@ocua.ca or call 613-236-4334.

Many thanks to our Spirit 2008 Sponsors:

The BEAR 106.9 fm
Rogers Television
The Ottawa Citizen
Daredevil Discs
McAuslan Brewery

Thanks – Andy Beecroft – BUL President

Thanks – Andy Beecroft – BUL President