Dear USA Ultimate Members,
First, I want to thank the community for being so welcoming as I’ve begun my career with USA Ultimate. In conversations with various stakeholders, I’ve received inquiries about the role of a National Governing Body—especially within our ultimate community. Now that I’ve settled into my role, I wanted to take a moment to share some thoughts on what membership in USA Ultimate means.
As a member of this vibrant, passionate community, you are more than just a participant in a sport—you are a builder of a movement. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, organizer, volunteer, or fan, your membership with USA Ultimate carries meaning beyond individual games and tournaments. It’s a commitment to the Spirit of the Game, to equity and inclusion, and to the growth of a sport we all love.
Your support as a member makes a real difference. It fuels national programs that introduce youth to ultimate for the first time. It empowers athletes to play in safe, structured, and spirited competition. It supports local leagues and tournaments. It sustains coaching and observer development, national team success, and advocacy for greater visibility and respect for our sport.
Membership is also how we ensure that the values of ultimate—respect, fairness, integrity, and joy—are preserved and advanced. Together, we are building a sports culture that challenges the norm: one where self-officiation is not just possible, but powerful; where players are leaders; and where inclusion isn’t just talked about, it’s acted upon.
As the sport continues to grow nationally and globally, USA Ultimate is your voice in shaping the future. Your membership gives you that voice. It gives you the right to vote, to lead, to advocate, and to help steer our sport in ways that reflect our shared values.
Being a member isn’t just about playing—it’s about belonging. It’s about investing in a future where ultimate is accessible to more people in more places, with fewer barriers and greater opportunities. That future depends on all of us.
Thank you for being a part of it.
In Spirit,
Kevin Erlenbach
CEO, USA Ultimate
