TCS Ultimate

Hey everyone!

Here are a few examples of gameplay from the St. Louis team, CaSTLe. Take a look for inspiration, and then examine a few lessons below if you'd like to take your game up a notch! See you on the field!     -Colonel

If you'd like to watch our team play this summer (2018) we play on Wednesday evenings in Tower Grove Park. Our schedule and a map of the fields are below if you'd like to join us to hang out! Our team is always wearing white or red. Look for my green hat!

How to Throw

There are a lot of fun throws in Ultimate. Scoobers, Hammers, Thumbers, The Grapevine, The Goulet, Chicken Wings, Push Passes, and more. However, mastering your forehand and backhand will prove much more useful. Though far less flashy, they result in far fewer turnovers, and what's more flashy than maintaining possession? 

How to Handle

Offenses thrive based on the competence of their handlers. Patience and smart decision making will be the backbone of your favorite handlers. The first step to becoming a reliable handler is learning to throw against a little pressure from your defender. This video walks through how to put yourself in the right mindset to overcome your average defender. 

How to Play Defense

Once you've identified which of your opponents you're responsible for guarding, your goal is to prevent them from getting the disc. Once they have the disc, you're responsible for making their throws more difficult. Positioning yourself properly to prevent easy downfield progress is the first step to being an effective defender.

Additional Resources

Ultimate in 10 Simple Rules (From USA Ultimate)

Complete Official Rules (From USA Ultimate)

The RISE UP Ultimate Channel - Great resource for in depth development.

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