The UPA has opened the application process for the position of Director of Communications. 

The Director of Communications will direct and implement print and web-based systems, tools and strategies designed to implement the UPA’s new mission -- to advance the sport of Ultimate in the United States by enhancing and promoting Character, Community and Competition -- in ways that attract, engage and deepen relationships between the UPA and its members, organizational partners, and other internal and external constituents. For the position search announcement and to learn more about how to apply, click here.

The UPA congratulates Gwen Ambler (At Large), Seth Grossinger (Central Region) and John Terry (South Region) on their election, and Henry Thorne (At Large) on his re-election to the UPA Board of Directors for the 2009-2011 term.

The UPA also wishes to acknowledge outgoing Board members Todd Demetriades, Ricky Eikstadt, and Theresa Weber for representing Ultimate players nationwide during their tenure on the Board. 

The UPA thanks those who cast votes in the Fall 2008 election (1692 members) for their participation. Please click here, For a complete breakdown of votes received.

Now is the time to get your new college team started! Purchase the College Team Start Up Kit to give your new team a head start this season!  Rebates offered for new teams.  See details.

The UPA is excited to announce that it is accepting bids to host the first UPA Grand Masters and Masters Women's Championships in the summer of 2009. If your community is interested in this opportunity, please go to the Host a UPA Championship Event page for more information. Bid deadline is 12/12/2008.

The UPA is currently accepting applications for the position of National Mixed Director. The National Mixed Director is responsible for overseeing the Mixed Club Division of the UPA Championship Series and is responsible for competition issues related to the Mixed Division, under the guidance of the Championship Director.

Application procedures and a more detailed job description are available here for persons wishing to apply. Applications must be received by November 21, 2008.

The UPA would like to thank George Cooke for his many years of stellar service in the role of NXD. George, you will be missed.

In response to the feedback the UPA has received regarding the recent announcement of Cultimate's Conference 1, the UPA would like to draw attention to certain elements of its strategic plan. The UPA is aware of the desire of many players to see significant changes made to college Ultimate's competitive structure. Through its  planning process, the UPA identified several target areas of interest or concern including tiered play, a more formalized regular season, a revision of the UPA's current geographic/qualification structure, and opportunities to increase the legitimacy and excitement around college Ultimate. We are happy that the current interest generated by the Cultimate Conference 1 proposal is timed so well with our own efforts to begin implementing similar changes.

Tactics to address those issues are an integral part of the UPA's strategic plan, and the UPA is moving to implement those tactics. It is the UPA's priority to involve the entire Ultimate community in the planning process, not only to achieve buy-in for future plans, but to utilize the experiences and expertise of individuals and groups who have already made strides towards achieving these goals. If you would like to get involved in planning for the future of college Ultimate, please fill out an application by October 31.

The UPA has announced the 2008 inductees into the Ultimate Hall of Fame. To learn about the contributions of new inductees Frank Bono, Carney Foy, Gloria LustPhillips and John Schmechel, visit the Hall of Fame. 

It's still not too late to register for the Hall of Fame Induction Celebration and Alumni Reunion Event scheduled for October 31-November 2 in conjunction with the UPA Club Championships in Sarasota, FL. Join with us to honor the individuals that have been inducted into the Hall of Fame over the past 4 years and to visit with other alumni at our 2008 Ultimate Alumni Reunion Event.

Join us in San Francisco on February 21-22, 2009 for the League and Ultimate Organizers' Conference which brings together Ultimate organizers from across the nation to share experiences and learn how to manage organizational issues.  Read about guest keynote speaker, Angela Lumpkin.  Visit the website for more details and information on how to register.