Ultimate Disc

Level: 1

Requirements

• Know the 10 simple rules of Ultimate and how the game is played.
• Define and explain “Spirit of the Game”.
• Explain why the name “Frisbee” was dropped from the name of the game.
• Identify and be able to throw the disk:
  • Forehand
  • Backhand
• Define or explain the following game terms:
  • Stacking & Cutting
  • Clearing Out
  • Stall Count
  • Non-Contact
  • Violation vs. Foul
  • Hold the line
• Explain the following calls or rules:
  • No referees/player resolution
  • Foul calls at the disk
  • Foul calls away from the disk
  • Traveling
  • Pivot
• As a team or individual, develop a plan to practice outreach while completing the requirements for this honor. Possible options could include the following:
  • Invite at least one friend not from your church to play a game.
  • Have prayer before or after each game.
  • Exhibit “Spirit of the Game” both on and off the field.
• Play six (6) pathfinder pick-up games to twelve (12) points and demonstrate reasonable understanding of disk handling and throwing, catching, scoring, and defending.
• Write a one-page report or provide an oral report to the Pathfinder leader on how the concept of “Spirit of the Game” is applied to Ultimate and outside the sport as a Christian role model to others. Discuss why the concept is important in fair play and in reducing the desire to win at any cost.