So your kid loves ultimate. Now what?
Ultimate is one of the fastest-growing team sports in the United States, but a lot of the growth comes at the local, grassroots level. Find out how you can help make your young athlete’s experience the best it can be.
Support Your Child’s Team
1
Become a coach.
One of the most impactful ways to support your child’s team is to become a coach.
2
Become a chaperone.
Youth teams competing at USA Ultimate sanctioned and championship events have to include at least one chaperone on their roster. Help out by becoming a chaperone for your child’s team.
3
Build a cheering section!
Spread the word about games and team activities throughout your community. Encourage others to come out and support the team!
Resources
Competition
A guide explaining the basics of ultimate, specifically for new spectators.
Spirit of the Game
A comic for kids and parents explaining the “science” of Spirit of the Game.
Youth
Details about becoming a chaperone and the accompanying responsibilities.
Coaching
The Youth Ultimate Starter Guide has tips, tricks, rules adaptations and fun games to help get youth excited about the sport of ultimate.