Hi All,
There are not many new posts because I am in Chamonix in France. Tom will no doubt be keeping you posted on important stuff like tourneys etc. but the filler posts I was occiasionally putting in will have to wait until I get back in early Feb.
In exciting news, thereès a chance I might be able to meet up with the illustrious Dario in Switzerland. That would be very much in my interests as I have nowhere to stay for the next few days...
Have fun yaèll and pray that I get fresh snow.
John
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Diskapital XI payments
Here are the details to pay up for Diskapital. Remember it is absolutely vital to include the identifying reference with your payment. This should take the form of "DK lastname afdanumber"
Transfer $45 to:
ACT Ultimate
BSB: 801-009
Account #: 309871
Also please email anthony [dot] perry [at] centrelink [dot] gov [dot] au when you send off the payment.
Remember you can register at: http://tinyurl.com/dkpigs
Transfer $45 to:
ACT Ultimate
BSB: 801-009
Account #: 309871
Also please email anthony [dot] perry [at] centrelink [dot] gov [dot] au when you send off the payment.
Remember you can register at: http://tinyurl.com/dkpigs
Thursday, November 27, 2008
National Youth Training Camp
The National Youth Training Camp will be on in Victoria from the 11th to the 17th of January, 2009.
Its going to be a awesome opportunity for players born between 1991 and 1994 to have fun, meet athletes from across the country and learn some of the finer techniques of their ultimate. The support staff for the Australian Junior teams will be in attendance and the camp will be a great avenue for juniors to eventually make it into the Australian Juniors Boys and Girls teams.
Once we have some committed interest from players from the ACT, we will be able to work out cheap transport options, chaperone involvement and the possibilities for outside funding to reduce the cost of the event.
Email me at thomasgabriel [dot] watson [at] gmail [dot] com if you are interested in getting help from the ACT efforts to get down to the camp.
Or Register here
http://afda.com/rego/showcompetition.php?competitionid=561
Its going to be a awesome opportunity for players born between 1991 and 1994 to have fun, meet athletes from across the country and learn some of the finer techniques of their ultimate. The support staff for the Australian Junior teams will be in attendance and the camp will be a great avenue for juniors to eventually make it into the Australian Juniors Boys and Girls teams.
Once we have some committed interest from players from the ACT, we will be able to work out cheap transport options, chaperone involvement and the possibilities for outside funding to reduce the cost of the event.
Email me at thomasgabriel [dot] watson [at] gmail [dot] com if you are interested in getting help from the ACT efforts to get down to the camp.
Or Register here
http://afda.com/rego/showcompetition.php?competitionid=561
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Match Defence
'Man' offence and defence are huge parts of our ultimate experience. We play 'Man' on most turn-overs and as the basic formation for much of our Ultimate lives. Personally, I have increasingly been getting into tactical discussions and coaching efforts for Mixed teams and on the fringes of discussions for a Women's team. And you know what, in these contexts, calling it 'Man' just sounds dumb.
I've always thought it was a little silly but I'm a pragmatic fellow and until a similar and appropriate one syllable phrase came along I was happy to continue with the status quo.
But that has changed. Our charming Kiwi mastermind, 'G' Glenn Weber, has introduced us to a great replacement that fits, 'Match'. Its short, it sounds similar and it works. We already talk a lot about match ups in 'Man', there is very little
Old habits die damn hard, I promise you. We have been working with 'Match' and not 'Man' for almost a year now and we still have to correct each other. It takes long-term commitment and an active decision from the team leadership to shift terminology.
I've always thought it was a little silly but I'm a pragmatic fellow and until a similar and appropriate one syllable phrase came along I was happy to continue with the status quo.
But that has changed. Our charming Kiwi mastermind, 'G' Glenn Weber, has introduced us to a great replacement that fits, 'Match'. Its short, it sounds similar and it works. We already talk a lot about match ups in 'Man', there is very little
Old habits die damn hard, I promise you. We have been working with 'Match' and not 'Man' for almost a year now and we still have to correct each other. It takes long-term commitment and an active decision from the team leadership to shift terminology.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Factory Girls Training
I just read the message Pookie posted about Factory Girls training. It seems to have more '*'s than words in some places so I thought I'd post the main details again to be clear.
Training starts this Monday (the 17th) at 6:30 at the Reid Playing fields. I can't remember what street they're on but they're tucked into the corner of ANZAC parade and Limestone Ave in Reid. They've got good lights and a reasonable surface so come on down.
If you're looking to learn some new tricks and be part of a great ulty club then sign up for the Factory Girls this season (provided you're a woman). I know I have.
Training starts this Monday (the 17th) at 6:30 at the Reid Playing fields. I can't remember what street they're on but they're tucked into the corner of ANZAC parade and Limestone Ave in Reid. They've got good lights and a reasonable surface so come on down.
If you're looking to learn some new tricks and be part of a great ulty club then sign up for the Factory Girls this season (provided you're a woman). I know I have.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Read about it in the news: Diskapital XI and clinics
Time for an update,
Diskapital XI has been locked in for the 10th and 11th of January and organising has begun. Diskapital is Canberra's annual 'hat' tournament, which started back in 1997 I believe. (We missed a year) It attracts players from across the country to Canberra for a relax weekend of frisbee and good times. We usually have between 80-100 players but have reached into the dizzy heights of over 140 players in the past.
For those that are unfamiliar with a 'hat' tournament, instead of registering as a team, players register as individuals. The whole player base is then divided into rough skill brackets and the teams are picked from a notional 'hat' to randomly form the teams. All the teams will be roughly balanced, so the challenge is to get your team to 'gel' together before the others and take out the title! Its a great venue to meet players from outside your team in the Canberra league or from frisbee communities outside of Canberra.
The weekend should cost under $50 for fields, food, party, insurance and all the frisbee you can get your hands on. Hat tournaments were the way that I was really introduced to frisbee as a teenager and they really opened my eyes to some of the great aspects of our sport.
You can see the sorts of categories of players at the registration page:
http://afda.com/rego/showdivision.php?divisionid=957
Of course, you need to be an AFDA member to access the online registration. If you are having any problems or have other queries about the tournament, please email me at: thomasgabriel [dot] watson [at] gmail [dot] com
In other news, our development clinics for this league have kicked off. We are seeking more participants and more senior players to help out after league on Tuesdays, from 7:30pm. They will run until the end of league in 5 weeks time.
Despite a brief technical stoppage with the lights last night, we had a good short sharp session which focused on throwing. These clinics are a great way to get some tips on your technique, sharpen up with some practice for league and get the skills needed to play at club-level tournaments.
Anyone that has played league and has a basic understanding of ultimate is welcome to attend at 7:30pm, Dickson fields on Tuesday nights.
Diskapital XI has been locked in for the 10th and 11th of January and organising has begun. Diskapital is Canberra's annual 'hat' tournament, which started back in 1997 I believe. (We missed a year) It attracts players from across the country to Canberra for a relax weekend of frisbee and good times. We usually have between 80-100 players but have reached into the dizzy heights of over 140 players in the past.
For those that are unfamiliar with a 'hat' tournament, instead of registering as a team, players register as individuals. The whole player base is then divided into rough skill brackets and the teams are picked from a notional 'hat' to randomly form the teams. All the teams will be roughly balanced, so the challenge is to get your team to 'gel' together before the others and take out the title! Its a great venue to meet players from outside your team in the Canberra league or from frisbee communities outside of Canberra.
The weekend should cost under $50 for fields, food, party, insurance and all the frisbee you can get your hands on. Hat tournaments were the way that I was really introduced to frisbee as a teenager and they really opened my eyes to some of the great aspects of our sport.
You can see the sorts of categories of players at the registration page:
http://afda.com/rego/showdivision.php?divisionid=957
Of course, you need to be an AFDA member to access the online registration. If you are having any problems or have other queries about the tournament, please email me at: thomasgabriel [dot] watson [at] gmail [dot] com
In other news, our development clinics for this league have kicked off. We are seeking more participants and more senior players to help out after league on Tuesdays, from 7:30pm. They will run until the end of league in 5 weeks time.
Despite a brief technical stoppage with the lights last night, we had a good short sharp session which focused on throwing. These clinics are a great way to get some tips on your technique, sharpen up with some practice for league and get the skills needed to play at club-level tournaments.
Anyone that has played league and has a basic understanding of ultimate is welcome to attend at 7:30pm, Dickson fields on Tuesday nights.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Come and Meet the Factory Girls
The ACT's competitive women's ultimate club "The Factory Girls" is gearing
up for the 2009 season. The positive frisbee energy amongst the ladies out
there will be a huge boost to the club this year.
Larissa, Heather H. and I are taking on the leadership of the club this
season and we are happy to welcome John Horan as our coach. The vision for
this campaign is to build a strong women's club for Canberra which has a
positive attitude and technical skills to match. So, "WE WANT YOU!!". We want
every enthusiastic woman interested in competitive ultimate --
regardless ofskill level -- to
come out and be part of the club. Together we will improve our skills and
enhance our enjoyment of the game!
*Tournaments!*
In line with our club development goals, all Factory Girls will have the
opportunity to compete in up to four tournaments including New Zealand
Nationals. With a view to improving the strength of the club, the end goal
for the season is to send a competitive team to Australian Nationals. Hence,
there will be selections to form the strongest possible squad for Nats.
*We've got style.*
In terms of playing style, we want to keep our structure simple and focus on
playing through the whole team, running hard and moving the disk quickly.
For those of you that came to Kaboom training this probably sounds familiar.
*
I'm sold. What's next?
*
*
* Join the Factory Girls mailing list! Just send an email to larissa dot arney at gmail dot com and Riss will hook you up. Spread the word and rally the girls; get them on the
list!
Come to trainings. They will be run by John on *Monday *nights. Cleats on
for *6:30 pm**.*
Our first session is *Monday *the* 17th *of* November *at* 6:30pm. *Stay
tuned:* location to be announced*.
While Riss, Heather and I have put our hands up for the leadership group,
there's plenty of opportunity for everyone to be involved. If you have ideas
or suggestions, please feel free to send them through.
Let's aim high & have a fantastic season!
Jess, on behalf of Heather, Larissa and Jess.
up for the 2009 season. The positive frisbee energy amongst the ladies out
there will be a huge boost to the club this year.
Larissa, Heather H. and I are taking on the leadership of the club this
season and we are happy to welcome John Horan as our coach. The vision for
this campaign is to build a strong women's club for Canberra which has a
positive attitude and technical skills to match. So, "WE WANT YOU!!". We want
every enthusiastic woman interested in competitive ultimate --
regardless ofskill level -- to
come out and be part of the club. Together we will improve our skills and
enhance our enjoyment of the game!
*Tournaments!*
In line with our club development goals, all Factory Girls will have the
opportunity to compete in up to four tournaments including New Zealand
Nationals. With a view to improving the strength of the club, the end goal
for the season is to send a competitive team to Australian Nationals. Hence,
there will be selections to form the strongest possible squad for Nats.
*We've got style.*
In terms of playing style, we want to keep our structure simple and focus on
playing through the whole team, running hard and moving the disk quickly.
For those of you that came to Kaboom training this probably sounds familiar.
*
I'm sold. What's next?
*
*
* Join the Factory Girls mailing list! Just send an email to larissa dot arney at gmail dot com and Riss will hook you up. Spread the word and rally the girls; get them on the
list!
Come to trainings. They will be run by John on *Monday *nights. Cleats on
for *6:30 pm**.*
Our first session is *Monday *the* 17th *of* November *at* 6:30pm. *Stay
tuned:* location to be announced*.
While Riss, Heather and I have put our hands up for the leadership group,
there's plenty of opportunity for everyone to be involved. If you have ideas
or suggestions, please feel free to send them through.
Let's aim high & have a fantastic season!
Jess, on behalf of Heather, Larissa and Jess.
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