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The Austin Scoober
February 2010
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Winter League is coming to a close and what a great season it has been. From the novel gamers theme to the spirited parties to the delicious food to the intense ultimate. Hopefully we could get some good weather for the league tournament to cap it all off.
No league takes more volunteer work than Winter League. Volunteers make this league run! I would like to thank a few of the volunteers that have played a significant role in helping make Winter League 2010 so amazing.
More from Tina Woodings, UPLA President
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Upcoming Events:
Hucking for Laura
February 6
Open That Door Hat Tournament
February 20
Blame it on the Rain Indoor Tourney
February 21
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Reminder: Coaching Clinic Feb. 27th
This is just a quick reminder that there will be a level I UPA coaching clinic in Austin on Feb. 27th and sign ups are happening now. (If level I doesn't mean anything to you, for this clinic you'll learn about coaching ethics, insurance and liability, how to teach self-officiating, how to teach skills and fitness to new players, and running an effective practice.) This clinic will be valuable to anyone who is currently coaching, or thinking about coaching youth or college ultimate.
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Get Ready Texas!
It will be the most significant Texas tournament to happen all year! And, chances are that YOU won't get to play in it. You will not qualify. You are not eligible. All because, YOU are not in high school anymore. HA-ha! If you ARE in high school, it's time to strut around like a pretty peacock, because you are going to have a freakin' BLAST!!!
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Player Profile: Nathalie Guimard
by Cindy Stowell
We chose the player featured in this month's Scoober for many reasons, but one stood out in particular. Although Nathalie Guimard is an outstanding player, has solid throws, enviable endurance, and has been a consistent stalwart on many Austin teams, that is not why she gets our attention. No, Nathalie is here because in addition to all these qualities, she's just so darn nice. There aren't too many players whose spirit on and off the field makes as lasting as impression as Nat's.
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Hot 100 Best Ultimate Tips
by Jean Gaetan
Playing Ultimate is a learning process. The good news (and bad news) is that there is no shortage of folks ready to impart all of their infinite wisdom to you (usually in one unending rant). Wanna get some advice? Just try playing wing in the zone. It's enough to make you want to punch a tree.
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Taking Care of Our Parks
by Terry Jungman
There is some concern among the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) maintenance staff that the increased usage of our parks system by athletic sports teams may have detrimental effects on turfgrass growth and recovery. The intense pace and cutting involved in sports such as soccer and ultimate Frisbee is beginning to cause an unsustainable amount of damage, so preventative measures are being implemented to promote park use in the long-term.
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Press Start To Play
This year's Winter League has been yet another rip-roaring success under the leadership of recent Austin transplant Paul Hanna. Players from many Austin ultimate pockets have come out of hibernation to play in the blistering Austin winters (well, it's all relative). What could make our players face down the threat of frostbite more than the opportunity to heckle our close friends during the showcase game while bonding over delicious food and drink?
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Love and Ultimate
Ahh... we all know that sparks fly and lifelong friendships form on the field. With Valentine's Day around the corner, we wanted to give you a glimpse of the important role Austin Ultimate has played in relationships in our community.
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