Disc Golf Terminology

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What part of the disc is named after Ed Headrick?

Line of Shelton

Slope of Morrison

Navel

Lines of Headrick (correct)

Who is the Line of Shelton named after?

William Frisbee

Fred Morrison

Ed Headrick

Jay Shelton (correct)

What is the purpose of the Slope of Morrison on a disc?

To prevent the disc from turning on its side (correct)

To improve the grip on the disc

To act as a center marking

To add stability to disc flight

Which part of the disc has a subtle spot left over from the manufacturing process?

Navel Signup and view all the answers

When did William Frisbee's company sell pies to Yale students?

1940 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Script Band on a disc?

To act as a big flight ring Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of the spirit of sportsmanship in Ultimate Frisbee?

To ensure fair play and honesty among players Signup and view all the answers

How is a goal scored in Ultimate Frisbee?

By passing the Frisbee to a teammate in the end zone Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if a pass is completed outside the lateral boundary?

The defensive team gains possession of the Frisbee Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aids is permissible for individual players to wear in Ultimate Frisbee?

Cleats without sharp spikes Signup and view all the answers

What is the size of the main playing field in an official Ultimate Frisbee game?

64 m long and 37 m wide Signup and view all the answers

Which type of field surface is permissible for playing Ultimate Frisbee?

Snow and grass Signup and view all the answers

When was the Ultimate Players Association founded?

1979 Signup and view all the answers

Where was the First World Ultimate Championship held?

Gothenburg, Sweden Signup and view all the answers

When was Ultimate officially recognized as a medal sport in the World Games?

2001 Signup and view all the answers

What is the size of a regulation Ultimate field?

64 m long by 37 m wide Signup and view all the answers

How many players are there on each team in a regulation Ultimate game?

7 Signup and view all the answers

How is a point scored in Ultimate?

By catching a pass in the end zone Signup and view all the answers

How does a team gain possession of the disc after an unsuccessful pass?

The defense immediately takes possession. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time a player with the disc has to throw it?

10 seconds Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Spirit of the Game in Ultimate?

It places the responsibility for fair play on the player. Signup and view all the answers

How can a player replace another player in the game?

After a score and during an injury timeout. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a player disagrees with a foul call?

The play is redone. Signup and view all the answers

How can the disc be advanced during play?

By completing a pass to a teammate. Signup and view all the answers

Which defensive strategy requires every player to work together?

Zone defense Signup and view all the answers

Which defensive strategy is most effective on windy days?

Zone defense Signup and view all the answers

Which position in ultimate frisbee has the responsibility of fielding the pull and running the offense?

Handlers Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a cutter in ultimate frisbee?

Getting downfield and preparing to cut for the disc Signup and view all the answers

Which defensive strategy is not mentioned in the text as being effective on windy days?

Man-to-man defense Signup and view all the answers

Which position in ultimate frisbee is known for camping out on the field, often in a cutting lane?

Poachers Signup and view all the answers