Australia junior open

Profile

Ultimate has been populating Australia almost as long as it has been around as a competitive sport. Unfortunately unlike a few countries, notably Finland, Sweden, France and the United States, there is not much support as of yet for the sport in grammar schools. There is a small group of schools in Sydney that has some contact with Ultimate, but that’s about it.

“The youth are pretty excited about going, and are selling their souls and their grandmothers to get to Turku.” says Bruce McNaughton, one of the coaches.

Associated Club Teams

We don't have junior clubs, but we have players from Moreton Bay Buggers, Southside, Action Men - all Open teams.

Worlds Experience

None - this year we are sending Australia's first-ever Junior teams.

Major Tournaments Won

Uhhh... none.

How Many Ultimate Teams in Your Country in Your Division

In Australia, we don't yet have the player numbers to realistically sustain a Juniors division.

Players to Look Out For

Brad and Luke - their acrobatic distraction techniques will amaze and awe you. Meanwhile, we'll have scored the easiest goal of the tournament while you're not watching...

Team's Best Thrower

Luke again - no one else can throw the 'head-push-pass' with such precision or distance.

Team's Best Receiver

The other Luke. Four foot two or not, he plays like a man twice his size. Good thing too, because most people who guard him are twice his size. Known to soar at great heights, and was most distressed when he couldn't have his favourite '747' player number! (see photo)

Team's Favorite Turnover

We're masters of the Dropped Hammer-Goal.

Team's Favorite Spike or Non-Spike

Spike? Spirit Foul!! We aren't really fans of spiking over here, unless something REALLY speccy happens. 'Driving the bus' is pretty popular then.

The Best Thing About Ultimate Is

Spirit, layouts, Spirit, double happiness, parties, Spirit and good sportsmanship.

Roster Size

16 at the moment (including 1 captain).

Team Colors

Green and Gold 

Team Coach

John McNaughton