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Scoober




An overhead throw similar to the hammer but with a different grip and release point.




Dump




A pass to a teammate typically behind the thrower aimed at resetting the stall count and repositioning the offense.




Force




A defensive strategy to make the opposing player throw the disc in a particular direction.




Travel




A violation that occurs when the thrower moves their pivot foot without throwing the disc or being fouled.




Spirit of the Game




The guiding philosophy of Ultimate Frisbee emphasizing sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for all participants.




Handler




A player who is responsible for distributing the disc and setting up offensive plays.




Sky




Catching the disc at the highest point possible, typically in a jump ball situation against defenders.




Floating




When the disc hangs in the air, often due to wind or the throwing style, allowing players time to position themselves.




Break Side




The area of the field that the defense is attempting to prevent the disc from being thrown to by setting a force.




Stack




An offensive formation where players line up vertically down the field to create space for cutters.




Stall Count




The period during which a defensive player counts to 10 indicating how long the offensive player has to throw the disc.




Break




A throw that goes against the force, to the side the marker is trying to prevent.




Universe Point




The final point in a game where the score is tied and the next point will determine the winner.




Pivot




The stationary point around which a player holding the disc may step while throwing.




Cutter




A player whose role is to get open for a pass and advance the disc down the field.




Zone Defense




A defensive strategy where defenders cover spaces or zones rather than individual players.




Callahan




A defensive play where the defender catches the disc in the opposing end zone for a score.




Poach




A defensive strategy where a player temporarily leaves their mark to intercept or disrupt an offensive play.




Turnover




Losing possession of the disc to the opposing team, whether by interception, out-of-bounds throw, drop, stall out, or violation.




Layout




A dive to catch or block the disc, often resulting in the player landing horizontally.




Flick




A forehand throw using the side of the body and flick of the wrist.




Huck




A long throw down the field, usually meant to cover a lot of ground quickly or reach a distant receiver.




Bookends




When a player both causes a turnover and then scores a point during the same play sequence.




Bid




When a player makes an attempt at the disc, usually by lunging or diving.




Mark




The defensive player assigned to guard the person holding the disc.




Endzone




The area at either end of the pitch where a team can score by catching the disc.




Greatest




A play in which a player jumps from inbounds, catches the disc, and throws it back into play while still in the air.




Hammer




An overhead throw that inverts the disc, causing it to fly upside down.




Swing




A lateral or cross-field throw, often used to change the angle of attack or reset the stall count.




Pull




The throw that initiates play at the beginning of a game or after a score.
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