Introduction

Thank you for your interest in representing the US and USA Ultimate at the 2013 World Games. This application includes: Information for Players, information about how to apply, and the application itself.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

Players eligible to represent USA Ultimate and the United States on the World Games team must meet the following criteria:
A) Be US citizens or have lived in the US for over 2 years;
B) Be current, 2013, USA Ultimate members;
C) Will agree to abide by the team Code of Conduct;
D) Will be able to attend the practices and the trip to the World Games in Cali.

In addition to the criteria listed above, players must also have demonstrated the highest level of sportsmanship, and will be evaluated based on their skills, athleticism, leadership, team orientation and performance.

HOW MANY PLAYERS WILL BE CHOSEN FOR THE TEAM?
There will be between 13 players and a maximum of 7 alternates per team (not to exceed 20 players total).

TIMELINE
December 14th - player application due
January 1st - players notified if selected for tryouts
January 8th - players must confirm attendance
January 22nd - player fees due


HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?

Please know that there is significant expense required for participation. As a non-profit organization, USA Ultimate is interested in attracting sponsorship and grants to support our International Teams. However, until this happens, players must bear most costs themselves.

Try-Out Camps:

USA Ultimate Members Dues - $50

Tryout Camp Fee - $150

Players are responsible for their own travel and lodging for the tryout camps although we are going to work with the local communities to provide assistance.

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* 1. HOW WILL THE TEAM BE SELECTED?

The head coach of the World Games Team will select the team based on the application, recommendation, and the 2013 try-out camps. The head coach is Alex Ghesquiere and will be assisted my Matt Tsang. The coaches will select the teams based on:

- Capacity for Responsible Behavior
- Technical Skill (throwing, catching, running, cutting, defense, offense)
- Knowledge of Ultimate (Spirit of the Game, on-field communication/terminology, offensive & defensive strategy)
- Athletic Ability (speed, field sense, sports experience, training program)
- Teamwork
- Leader Potential/Coachability
- Commitment to Team USA training (players will do everything in their power to reach their peak of health and conditioning in time for the world championship tournament. To this end, they commit to follow the training programs provided by the coaches, and to prioritize Team USA above all other athletic commitments.)

Try-out Camp Information

USA Ultimate will hold two camps in March of 2013, one on each side of the country. The locations of the camps are still being determined. The camps will be run by the teams' coaches, the Manager of Competition and Athlete Programs, and other respected players.
The camps will run from 9-5 on Saturday and 9-3 on Sunday. The camp fee will include instructor and field fees, lunch, water, and food. Camp attendees will be responsible for transportation to and from the camps, and room and board. USA Ultimate will help to coordinate housing and local transportation for traveling try-outs with local try-outs.

The format of the camp will be designed to assess the attendees on the criteria listed above. Activities will include drills, scrimmages, and tests of physical fitness as well as applicant interviews with the coaches.




I have read and understand the above and agree to abide by the decisions of the coaching staff(s) and USA Ultimate.

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