May 10, 2024 (Colorado Springs, Colo.)–USA Ultimate’s U-24 National Team tryouts are set to be featured on Episode 6 of the new ESPN+ Original Series Tryouts, premiering May 15.
The program gives ultimate fans unprecedented and unique behind-the-scenes access as it follows four hopefuls – Erica Brown, Emma Chin, Declan Kervick and Clara Stewart – and documents their experiences as they compete for a spot on the team that would go on to represent the United States at the 2023 World U-24 Championships.
The seven-episode docuseries spotlights ultimate alongside several other competitions and auditions, “offering viewers a front row seat into the make-or-break moments of real-life hopefuls who are putting everything at stake to secure a coveted spot with the team, group or organization of their dreams,” according to ESPN.
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“Tryouts promises to be an exploration of sacrifice, determination, and raw talent,” says Lindsay Rovegno, Senior Director of Production for ESPN+ Originals. “We’re thrilled to offer audiences an unprecedented glimpse into the trials and triumphs of individuals who dare to chase their dreams and look forward to showcasing the emotional rollercoaster of hope, resilience, and the unyielding pursuit of excellence.”
Tryouts is produced by Left/Right in partnership with ESPN+. New episodes premiere on Wednesdays exclusively on ESPN+.
From ESPN:
Episode 6 (May 15): USA Ultimate
In the international sport of Ultimate, no country has been more dominant than Team USA at the U-24 level. With the World Championships on the horizon, follow four hopefuls as they battle tough conditions, injuries, and the top Ultimate players in the country, to prove they deserve to make the team. See who survives the cut as coaches make final roster decisions on who will represent the U.S. and help bring home yet another gold medal.
