What is Ultimate?

The Basics

Ultimate is a fast paced, non-contact field game that involves running, throwing, catching and teamwork. The disc may be advanced only by completing a pass to a teammate. The goal is to complete a pass into the end zone to score a point. A team may throw as many passes as they wish and possession is retained as long as the disc is in the air -- although the thrower has only ten seconds to release a pass. All turnovers result in an immediate change of possession and a change of direction of play. Games are generally played to fifteen points. Each point begins with a 'pull' from end zone to end zone and teams switch ends after each score.



Ultimate is now played in over thirty countries at many competitive levels from casual summer leagues to national teams.

For complete rules, and to learn more about Ultimate, visit the Ultimate Players Association.

* article courtesy of Discraft