Ultimate Frisbee NSW

NSW Mens Development Day to be on the 12 July 2009

by Nikki Shires, Development Officer

After the huge success of the NSW Women’s Development Day back in May, we have decided to run a similar camp for beginner/intermediate male players. The day will comprise of a series of skills sessions, developing your technical skills as well as game knowledge and strategy, and games to consolidate what you have learned. It is a UFNSW initiative to run high level camps for the upcoming players across our leagues. Coaches are fully accredited and experienced which will provide all attendees an experience they will value. Each participant will receive an ultrastar disc, lunch as well as top level coaching.

Michael Henry Thomas, Men's Development Officer, is organising the day along with our guest coach Daniel Rule from Victoria. You can go to the ADFA website to register and if you have questions, email Henry 10294787@uts.edu.au

NSW High Schools Senior Gala Day 2009

Over 200 players from 10 schools reaching from Newcastle, Central Coast and back to Sydney competed in this year's NSW High Schools Senior Gala Day (Years 9 – 12). The level of play is always impressive and this year was no different with standout team performances from Henry Kendall High School, Our Lady Of Mercy College, Merewether High School and Chatswood High School. It was great to see new teams from Patrician Brothers College, Asquith Girls High School and Sydney Girls High School who have shown great potential for the future.

Read on for the events of the day and the results.

NSL Autumn Hat 2009

Monday 6th April saw the conclusion of the NSL 2009 Autumn Hat. The Autumn Hat is a short six week between-seasons competition which provides an opportunity for Sydney players, especially those that normally play in the Northern Suburbs League (NSL) to get their weekly ultimate fix while councils rest many of their fields in preparation for winter sports.

While elite players concentrate on training for nationals the Hat provides an opportunity for the remaining Division 1, 2, 3 and 4 players as well as those who have never played before to develop their skills in a relaxed hat league with an emphasis on fun and participation.

The final saw Team 6 Defying Gravity (white) (captained by Lee Coady on the night) defeat Team 1 Purple Michaels (purple) (captained by Andrew Stergio) in a close 1 point final.

The winners of Spirit were Team 12 Scary Little Canarys (yellow) (captained by Jamie Bozza), closely followed by Team 5 The Blairly-Chested Blurfs (aqua) (captained by Adam Mulukin) and Team 2 Framboise (red) (captained by Phil Lee).

Thanks to Andrew Stergio, Phillip Lee, Christina Dawson, Anthony Wood, Adam Mulukin, Mario Perez, Graham McKay, Steven Hayes, David Elsey, Tim Clifford, Chris Brillantes and Jamie Bozza who signed up to the play the hat and were "volunteered" to be captains.

Thanks also to Simon Farrow for his behind the scenes work, especially extensive liaison with Ryde Council as they introduced a new lighting system. Also thanks to Joe Tharion for the shirt design. Special thanks to the players who signed up the 38 players who had never played ultimate before.

Winners Defying Gravity

Spirit winners Scary Little Canarys

Runners up Purple Michaels

Summer Fling - Manly's New Frisbee tournament!

Manly Ultimate Frisbee(MUFL) is having a Summer Fling on Sunday 7 December at Nolan Reserve in Manly Vale (a five minute drive from Manly Beach).

When? Sunday 7 December

Where? Nolan Reserve, Pittwater Rd, Manly Vale.

Format? Mixed teams one-day tournament (max of 8 teams)

Who? League, university, club teams, all levels of experience.

Cost? TBC, approx $20-25 per person including lunch, sunscreen, field hire, AFDA fees, prizes etc.

How? Register your team at: http://www.afda.com/ufnsw/leagues/showcompetition.php?competitionid=563

Contact Dave Hayes for more details - 0405 808 810 or dangadave1000@yahoo.com

New President for UFNSW

The AGM held 6 Sept brought us a new presidential team. Charles Blumer stepping down after 4 years of service was replaced by Tim Gee. There is also a new vice-president Jamie Bozza, who replaces Simon Farrow who has been either President or Vice-President for more years than anyone can remember. Charles intends to enjoy having a break and reviving the Bra Cup tournament, whereas Simon will continue to be involved as Leagues & Tournaments Officer and a general member of the Committee. All other positions remain occupied by the same people.

Jim Garvey & Sally Basten Scholarships Awarded

The Jim Garvey & Sally Basten Scholarships have been awarded for 2008. The recipients were presented their awards by Sally and Jim at the AFDA Gala Dinner on 5 July. The 2008 recipients are:

Jim Garvey Scholarships

• Calan Spielman
• Tiger Webb
• Phil White

Sally Basten Scholarships

• Meagan Carraro
• Ellie Sparke
• Rebecca Villis

Jim & Sally with the 2008 winners

Rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of the school kids at NSW High Schools Gala Day 2008

Close to 250 kids and 20 volunteers braved the wet weather on 3 June at Pennant Hills Park for the annual NSW High Schools Gala Day. Read on for the events of the day and the results.

UFNSW Awards for 2007 presented

UFNSW recognises contributions within the ultimate community each year and the recipients of the awards for 2007 are Alex Leung and Tim Keighley.

Tim Keighley is an unassuming and softly spoken volunteer. Tim used to run regular training at Macquarie University while he was a student but even now he has finished studying has continued on since no one has raised their hand to do it. He takes on odd coaching jobs that we have been struggling to find coaches for and always willing to help out even if it isn’t his forte’. As the relationship has grown between Macquarie University and Ultimate in general, Tim has acted as a liaison point. He is responsible and reliable which is important when trying to maintain a strong relationship with them. When Junior Nationals and the Juniors Training weekend were held at Macquarie University, he was the first to raise his hand to help. He assisted with all the menial tasks that must be done but seem like extras (like the lunches, confirming fields, etc.) and he stayed both days just making sure there was someone there to take care of an emergency. Tim is also involved with the Hills league and he always helps organize his Div 2 and 3 teams. He is the guy that will set up fields every week and never complain. He is unassuming, keen as mustard about Ultimate and volunteering, and completely deserving of our recognition.

Alex Leung was the UFNSW Universities officer in 2005/06 and even though he has not been officially acting in that capacity he has continued to be involved. Alex is another 'behind the scenes' worker, keeping things ticking over on email and encouraging the universities around the state. In fact it was Alex who was partially responsible for the universities role not being filled because people were scared of having to 'do the amount of work Alex did'. Another deserving recipient of the UFNSW Award.

NSW Players chosen to represent Australia

UFNSW Congratulates all NSW players chosen to represent Australia at the upcoming World Championships in August.

Open Division

• Stephen Antonopoulos
• Tim Booth
• Anthony Dowle
• Matthew Dowle
• Peter Gardner
• Abra Garfield
• Andrew Glover
• Jonathan Holmes
• Angus Keenan
• Timothy Lavis
• Gavin Moore
• David O'Brien
• Jonathan Potts
• Ken Shepherd
• Jonathan Tatham
• Chris Warris

Women's Divison

• Sarah Gardner (nee Crossie)
• Megan Gamble
• Rachel Grindlay
• Lisi Jarrott
• Tania King
• Belinda Kinneally
• Jo McClellan
• Lisa McGinnigle
• Rebecca McKinlay
• Kylie O'Brien
• Carlie Ryan
• Vivien Stettner
• Diana Worman

Mixed Division

• Peter Blakeley
• Rebecca Carman
• Gaby Melo
• Warwick Shepherd
• Andrew Wang
• James Yorston

Masters Division

• Charles Blumer
• Tom Brennan
• Nathan Chan
• John Greenfield
• Duncan McIntosh
• Jens Meyer
• Will Mitchell
• Andrew Morris
• Matt Oswald
• Andrew Stanley
• Craig Turnbull
• Dave Zuk

U19 Men's Division

• Max Halden
• Josh Jacobs
• Alex Linnertson
• David Noble
• Alistair See
• Calan Spielman
• Tom Tulett
• Jackson Turner
• Tiger Webb
• Phil White

U19 Women's Division

• Meagan Carraro
• Angela Fehlner
• Sarah Hammer
• Clare Langford
• Antonia Melo
• Ellie Sparke
• Nicole Sutton
• Rebecca Villis
• Loren Viswalingam