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2022 D-III College Championships
The 2022 D-III College Championships is an upcoming USAU College ultimate frisbee event. It is scheduled to take place at Uihlein Soccer Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from May 21 to May 23, 2022.
Ride of the Valkyries: How Berry’s Women’s Program Got To D-III Nationals
After competing in their first-ever college series last fall, the new program has qualified for nationals less than half a year later. May 20, 2022 by Hugo Sowder in Profile with comments There’s an ever-present question that every college program faces when it decides “we want to go to nationals this season.” How do you meet that goal?
Southeast Club Regionals 2021: Tournament Recap (Men’s)
Raleigh Ring of Fire and Atlanta Chain Lightning both looked poised for a deep run at Nationals after blowing by their regional competition. October 12, 2021 by Hugo Sowder in Recap with comments Ring of Fire’s Matt Gouchoe-Hanas in the 2021 Southeast Men’s Regionals final. Photo: Brian Whittier Ultiworld’s 2021 coverage of the club men’s division is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season.
Southeast Club Regionals 2021: Tournament Recap (Mixed)
Nashville ‘Shine outlasted Durham Toro in windy final to take their first Southeast Regional crown. October 8, 2021 by Hugo Sowder in Recap with comments Nashville ‘Shine bested Durham Toro in the 2021 Southeast Mixed Regional final. Photo: Brian Whittier Ultiworld’s 2021 coverage of the club mixed postseason is presented by Universe Point cleats; all opinions are those of the author(s).
Stall 9: Touching the Void in Blaine, MN
A year of pushing alone through grief and uncertainty gives way to a night of joy, community, and pretty incredible ultimate at the 2018 US Open. February 16, 2021 by Hugo Sowder in Opinion with comments New York PoNY’s Sean Keegan goes up for the disc at the 2018 US Open.
The Best Games in Ultiworld's Video Library
October 1, 2020 by Hugo Sowder in Opinion, Video with comments UCSD’s Dena Elimelech smiles after catching the game-winning goal in the 2019 national quarterfinal against Carleton. Photo: Paul Rutherford — UltiPhotos.com In a time without ultimate, it’s a great opportunity to go back into the film archives and relive some of the legendary games of the past.
Hall-of-Famer Brian Dobyns Was Committed, Humble Coach
Dobyns was an earlier organizer in both New York and North Carolina in addition to finding success as a coach in five different divisions. August 27, 2020 by Hugo Sowder in News with comments Brian Dobyns was a beloved coach of the Triangle Warhawks. Photo: Alex Fraser — UltiPhotos.com A coaching legend and USA Ultimate Hall of Fame Contributor is no longer with us.
2020 D-I Men’s Breakout Player of the Year, Presented by Spin Ultimate
April 2, 2020 by Hugo Sowder, Nolan Schmalenberger and Keith Raynor in Awards with comments Ultiworld’s 2020 College Awards are presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season. Each spring, Ultiworld presents our annual D-I College Awards.
2020 D-I Men’s Rookie of the Year, Presented by Spin Ultimate
April 2, 2020 by Nolan Schmalenberger, Hugo Sowder and Alex Rubin in Awards with comments Ultiworld’s 2020 College Awards are presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season. Each spring, Ultiworld presents our annual D-I College Awards.
Richmond | Team News, Stats, History & More | Ultiworld
Based in Richmond, VA Nicknames Spidermonkeys Personnel Coaches Mathew Graves Captains Henry Babcock, Sam Gillespie, Joey Cullison Roster Announcement urspidermonkeys.com Postseason titles Regional titles (2) 2016, 2014 Sectional titles (3) 2016, 2015, 2014 Postseason appearances Championship appearances (2) 2016, 2014 Regional appearances (3) 2016, 2015, 2014 Sectional appearances Italic indicates team received a bye to Regionals.
Carleton GoP | Team News, Stats, History & More | Ultiworld
Based in Northfield, MN Nicknames Fruit Pooch Short Name Gods of Plastic Achievements and wins DIII National Champions (3) 2012, 2010, 2009 Links GoP is a 22 year old, single, Jewish boy from Northfield, MN. We are roughly 5’ 9” tall, 125 lbs heavy, injury prone and single. Our main interests are frolf, Boone’s Farm and Triforce. We enjoy long walks along the Cannon River with our pet lion Fruit Pooch and our favorite holiday is Alumni Weekend.
Darkside Nearly Flawless Winning Carolina Kickoff (Tournament Recap)
UNC rolled as the top four distanced themselves from the field. January 29, 2020 by Hugo Sowder in News, Recap with comments North Carolina’s Ander Juengst holds the disc during a stoppage in the Carolina Kickoff 2020 final. Photo: Brian Whittier. Ultiworld’s 2020 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season.
Carolina Kickoff 2020: Tournament Preview (Men's)
Top D-III clubs and D-I Atlantic Coast teams do battle. January 23, 2020 by Hugo Sowder in Preview with comments NC State against UNC Wilmington at Atlantic Coast D-I Regionals 2019. Photo: Kevin Leclaire — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s 2020 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author(s). Find out how Spin can get you, and your team, looking your best this season.
12 Days of College Ultimate: 5 Players You Don't Know, Yet
Five players in each division who we think are going to make themselves known this season! December 15, 2019 by Keith Raynor, Daniel Prentice, Edward Stephens, Hugo Sowder and Charlie Eisenhood in Preview with comments It’s time to unwrap some presents as we introduce the 12 Days of College Ultimate. Over the next few weeks of December, we will be releasing one gift per day, though don’t count on getting any partridges in pear trees: it’s all college ultimate.
Tuesday Tips: How To Effectively Utilize Upside-Down Throws
Upside-down throws are a heckler’s dream, but they are more than just a crowd-pleasing throw. November 26, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Opinion with comments Doublewide’s Brandon “Muffin” Malecek throws a hammer against Florida United. Photo: Paul Rutherford — UltiPhotos.com Tuesday Tips are presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! Upside-down throws are a heckler’s dream.
Club Championships 2019: Pool D Preview (Men's)
Ring v. Revolver redux! October 21, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Preview with comments Revolver’s Simon Higgins catches the game winner against Ring of Fire in the 2018 National semifinals. Photo: Jeff Bell — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s club men’s postseason coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author.
Superlame Proves Their Talent, Toro Their Grit (Southeast Mixed Regionals 2019 Recap)
Superlame shouldn't come as a surprise September 25, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in News, Recap with comments Asheville Superlame. Photo: Hugo Sowder — UltiPhotos.com ADVANCE, N.C. — Superlame’s Joel Wooten is a tough player to guard on the mark, and his last possession of the weekend showed exactly why. On the goal line to win the Southeast Championship, his long lanky frame forced his mark on Bucket had to sell out onto the force side to stop a potential flick to an incoming Sara Dieter.
D-III College Championships 2019: Pool Play Preview (Men’s)
Breaking down the favorites, the stars, and even making some predictions. May 17, 2019 by Michael Ball, Zakk Mabrey and Hugo Sowder in Preview with comments Alan Villanueva leads Air Force into Nationals after defeating Missouri S&T in the South Central regional final. Photo: Marshall Morris — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s coverage of the 2019 D-III College Championships is presented by VC Ultimate, the official gear provided of the Premier Ultimate League. All opinions are those of the author.
Achieving Alpha: How NC State's Cultural Rebrand Shaped Their Season
Armed with a new mentality under a new flag, NC State is hoping to change their fate. April 25, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Profile with comments NC State’s Jeffrey Perkins at the 2019 Classic City Invite. Photo: William Brotman — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s Men’s Division college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author.
Middlebury Tops Air Force In FCS D-III Tune Up Showcase Thriller
March 12, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in News, Recap with comments Middlebury in the huddle. Photo: Hugo Sowder. Ultiworld’s 2019 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! The Saturday night showcase game between Middlebury and Air Force at FCS D-III Tuneup was the highlight of a weekend that saw plenty of close, high-level matchups between some of the best teams in Division III.
D-III College Men's 2019 Season Primer
Your guide to the 2019 college D-III men's season. February 4, 2019 by Michael Ball, Zakk Mabrey and Hugo Sowder in Preview with comments Dylan Salzman of Middlebury and Kainoa Chun-Moy of Air Force battle in a 2018 D-III College Championship semifinal matchup. Photo: Nick Lindeke — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s 2019 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors.
Carolina Kickoff 2019: Tournament Recap (Men's)
2018 D-I Men's champions North Carolina Darkside put up a perfect weekend, opening the season on their home turf in Chapel Hill. January 30, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Recap with comments UNC Darkside’s Alex Davis eyeing the sideline to score against UNC Wilmington in their semifinal game at Carolina Kickoff 2019. Photo: Brian Whittier Ultiworld’s 2019 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors.
Short-Handed UNC Darkside Earns First 2019 Tournament Victory Over NC State Alpha
In spite of a slim roster and a fiesty new-look NC State team, the defending 2018 division champs earned their first tournament victory of the 2019 season at Carolina Kickoff. January 28, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Recap with comments UNC Darkside’s Walker Matthews with a score against NC State Alpha in the 2019 Carolina Kickoff. Photo: Brian Whittier Ultiworld’s 2019 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors.
Carolina Kickoff 2019: Tournament Preview (Men's)
The East Coast men's season opener is here! January 24, 2019 by Hugo Sowder in Preview with comments Both UNC Wilmington and NC State have something to prove to start the season after falling short at 2018 Regionals. Photo: Kevin Leclaire — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s 2019 college coverage is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors.
12 Days of College Ultimate: The #1 Teams
Dartmouth’s Jac Verzuh. Photo: Paul Rutherford — UltiPhotos.com Ultiworld’s 12 Days of College Ultimate are presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! It’s time to unwrap some presents as we introduce the 12 Days of College Ultimate. Through December 21st, we will be releasing one gift per day, though don’t count on getting any partridges in pear trees: it’s all college ultimate.
With Trust and Flare: How Pittsburgh Temper Is Back on the Doorstep of Nationals
With Trust and Flare: How Pittsburgh Temper Is Back on the Doorstep of Nationals Is this the year Temper finally sheds the weight of Regionals failures past? Heartbreak is available in endless variety in ultimate. Pittsburgh Temper has found its own unique brand that has reared its head at too many Regionals. In 2015, they took half 8-6 on a Washington DC Truck Stop squad that nearly made the National semifinal later that year.
Elite-Select Challenge 2018: Saturday Stock Market (Men's)
Whose shares should you buy? Elite-Select Challenge pool play is in the books, and as we look at how a weather-affected day unfolded, it’s time for an ESC stock watch before Championship Sunday. Let’s take a look at the teams on the rise, the teams holding steady, and the teams trending downward. After taking some time to rev up against Guerrilla in their first game of the day, Sockeye hit a gear that no team in their pool could match.
Elite-Select Challenge 2018: Tournament Preview (Men's)
Bids and bragging rights are on the line at the proving ground of ESC! You could a make a case for any of the top five seeds in this tournament to win it all at this year’s Elite-Select Challenge. Pittsburgh Temper, Seattle Sockeye, Chicago Machine, Michigan High Five, and Toronto Goat are all in a position to vie for a semifinal appearance and bring quite a cast of players to the table. There are some truly imposing matchups in the height category and not just on the top five teams.
AUDL Throwaround: Championship Weekend Is Set
Catch up on the Divisional finals before this weekend! Throughout this AUDL season, Ultiworld will be publishing a weekly Throwaround, a chance for you to catch up on the amazing, funny, and interesting moments that you might have missed from the weekend’s games. The playoffs are now underway and one team — Los Angeles — has already claimed a spot in the Final Four.
I Bleed Baby Blue: Hector Valdivia's Hodag History
Wisconsin coach Hector Valdivia has been a part of the Hodag program long enough to see its ebbs and flows. Ten years ago, the 2008 Wisconsin Hodags won their third National Championship, fielding a deep team of players whose names went on to grace the rosters of the top club programs in the US. Brandon Malecek, Matt Rebholz, Jim Foster, and Tom Annen helmed the Hodags to their third and last title to date in a dominant, well documented season for the program.
D-III College Championships 2018: Men's Pool Play Preview
Coverage of Men’s Division of the 2018 D-III College Championships is presented by Spin Ultimate. All opinions are those of the authors. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! The top teams from all around the country will be converging on Rockford, IL this weekend to determine who is the best of the best at the 2018 D-III College Championships.
Neuqua Knockout 2018: Tournament Recap (Boys’ and Girls’)
The stars were out in both divisions, with underdogs winning in both championship games. Ultiworld’s coverage of Neuqua Knockout is presented by CUT Camps; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and check out CUT Camps! AURORA — Some exciting rematches, narrow victories, and impressive performances from top teams and players made Neuqua Knockout 2018 an awesome weekend of ultimate.
Commonwealth Cup: Tournament Recap
North Carolina continued to trend upward with an impressive tournament victory, including a win in the final over Tufts. Plus, we talk D-III women's in the Atlantic Coast! Coverage of Commonwealth Cup is presented by VC Ultimate as part of their season-long support of our women’s coverage. All opinions are those of the authors.
Easterns Qualifier 2018: Tournament Recap (Men’s)
NC State and Maryland claim spots at Easterns next month. This article is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! While several of the region’s top teams were in Florida for Warm-Up this past weekend, Easterns Qualifier probably gave the best sneak peak into the middle tier of Atlantic Coast Regionals we’ll have before the Series.
D-III College Men's 2018 Season Primer | Ultiworld
Your definitive guide to the 2018 D-III men's division. This article is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! The 2018 season is off and running. With it comes a list of headlines, players to watch, and regional storylines. We’ve argued over top teams to watch, asked the questions that most bugged our reporting staff heading into the year, and sorted all of it into a one-stop shop.
Carolina Kickoff: Tournament Recap (Men's) | Ultiworld
The first elite event of the D-I men's season gave a look into some top Atlantic Coast and Southeast teams This article is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! On Friday afternoon it wasn’t clear if host team UNC would even have clear fields to offer teams heading to Chapel Hill. Snow had shut down all non-essential personnel for the University, leaving Hooker Fields covered in snow.
Blue Ridge Finale 2017: Tournament Recap | Ultiworld
Quite the weekend for the Triangle Tourists. Blue Ridge Finale offered a good look at several top Women’s programs before the end of the college preseason. While several team were missing key pieces, there were some excellent games throughout the weekend between the top squads in the Ohio Valley and Atlantic Coast regions. By far the biggest surprise of the tournament was the Triangle Tourists: a high school club team combining U17 and championship U20 players from around the state.
Why Each Contender Will — Or Won’t — Win Nationals: Mixed Division | Ultiworld
Why Each Contender Will — Or Won’t — Win Nationals: Mixed Division A look at the teams that could win a title. Ultiworld’s coverage of the 2017 Club Championships is presented by Tokay Ultimate; all opinions are those of the authors.
Reaping The Harvest | Ultiworld
Public Enemy is sewing seeds for long-term success in Dallas There are many unique approaches to cultivating a team identity. Some teams use a prop, like UNC’s towels, Molly Brown’s fake mustaches, or Ring of Fire’s self-booing. Some teams use buzzwords to stay focused under pressure, or simply raise their hands to the sky to relax the pressure of a big point.
2017 Men's Club Regionals Mega-Preview | Ultiworld
Which 16 teams will extend their season and earn an invitation to Sarasota? Regionals may be the best club weekend of the year. While the National Championships offer up the best competition and opportunity for breathtaking games, Regionals is the competitive peak of the year, with entire seasons defined by even a single game. Here, we break down the Nationals contenders in every region in the Men’s Division and give you what you need to know to follow all the action this weekend.
Triforce Claims Second Straight YCC Title In Classic DGP Win Over BUDA | Ultiworld
Triforce Claims Second Straight YCC Title In Classic DGP Win Over BUDA Ultiworld’s reporting on the 2017 Youth Club Championships is presented by CUT Camps; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and participate in CUT Camp! BLAINE, Minn.
Molly Brown Rides High Energy Performance Past Fury To US Open Final | Ultiworld
Ultiworld’s reporting on the Women’s division of the 2017 US Open is presented by VC Ultimate as part of their year-long support of our women’s coverage. All opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at VC Ultimate! Molly Brown is tired of merely reaching the semifinals. Displaying toughness and poise, Denver Molly Brown defeated San Francisco Fury 15-12 to secure a spot in the US Open final against Medellín Revolution on Sunday.
US Open 2017: 5 Burning Questions (Men's) | Ultiworld
The best of the best face off in Minneapolis. Ultiworld’s reporting on the mixed division of the 2017 US Open is presented by Universe Point cleats. All opinions are those of the author.
Beach Worlds 2017: Russia Women Stun USA In Comeback; USA Mixed, Men Take Gold | Ultiworld
ROYAN, France — It was a game the USA had under control. The score was 10-7 in a game to 11 in the final of the Women’s Division at the 2017 World Championships of Beach Ultimate. The US was tantalizingly close to gold. Russia had challenged the US in the first half but had never led in the game. By all appearances, their run was over. Russia, however, challenged the US to execute in tight windows, even when they were trailing.
Beach Worlds: USA Masters & GM Sweep Gold, Finals Preview | Ultiworld
The USA gold sweep is still in play. ROYAN, France — It’s been a wild bracket at Beach Worlds as the finals loom for the Men’s, Mixed, and Women’s Divisions on Saturday. Yesterday, the USA swept gold in the Masters and Grandmasters Divisions, dominating their opponents and leaving no doubt about which team deserved to claim the title. The Men’s Masters team had the closest game, finishing with a 13-7 win over Canada.
WATCH: USA's Brett Matzuka's Layout Callahan At Beach Worlds | Livewire | Ultiworld
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Beach Worlds Update: USA Shakiness, Crazy Comebacks, Philippines Undefeated | Ultiworld
This is no repeat of WUGC. ROYAN, France — It’s been an exciting week on the French coast at the 2017 World Championships of Beach Ultimate. Unlike last summer’s WUGC, the results have been wild and unpredictable, particularly as play shifted into crossovers. The story that perhaps you’d expect from a Worlds tournament — the dominance of USA teams — has been challenged, starting with a late afternoon pool play matchup between USA and Denmark in the Women’s Division Tuesday afternoon.
High School National Invite 2017: Boys' Day One Recap | Ultiworld
Some shock upsets and some great performances. The inaugural edition of the High School National Invite is presented by Spin Ultimate. A nearly two hour lightning delay didn’t dampen the spirits of players on a tremendous day of ultimate at the inaugural High School National Invite. Here is a recap of the action on Saturday. Athleticism and fire fueled the day’s first big upset as No. 12 seeded Mason shocked No. 1 seeded Center Grove, blowing by them for the 13-7 win.
From Darkside To Seaside | Ultiworld
Playing on both sides of a cross-state rivalry, JD Hastings has been an important figure for both North Carolina and UNC Wilmington. When J.D. Hastings heard the news that he would be attending UNC Wilmington for grad school, he was still in the midst of the 2016 season, playing for a North Carolina squad that would eventually reach the semis at Nationals for the third straight season and living with fellow Darkside seniors Aaron Warshauer and Dain Nielsen.
Hard Work Pays Off: Henry Babcock Delivers A Title And A Donovan | Ultiworld
Babcock saved his best for last. Ultiworld’s reporting on the Men’s division of the 2017 D-III College Championships is presented by Spin Ultimate; all opinions are those of the author. Please support the brands that make Ultiworld possible and shop at Spin Ultimate! When you read through the nominations for the Donovan Award, you can’t help but notice how important individual players can be to teams in Division III.
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