S4 Ultimate Frisbee Albert Park [Wed] Rules

TEAM FORMAT

6-a-side

Each team fields six (6) players on the field.

Teams must include:

  • Minimum two (2) male players

  • Minimum two (2) female players

  • Remaining players may be any gender, including gender diverse participants

Teams may play with a minimum of five (5) players for the entire game, provided at least one (1) player is female. Teams meeting this minimum will not be considered a default or forfeit. 

Teams should refer to the Urban Rec Default, Forfeit & Substitute Policy for player eligibility requirements.

Substitutes

Substitutes are permitted provided they:

  • Have created an Urban Rec account.

  • Have signed the current Urban Rec waiver.

Substitutions may be made after a goal is scored or during an injury stoppage.

GAME SPECIFICS

Game Time

  • Games consist of two (2) x 18-20-minute halves with a short half-time break.

  • Teams change attacking ends at half-time.

Field Boundaries

  • The playing field is approximately 60m x 35m, with an end zone at each end.

  • Field dimensions may vary depending on the venue.

Starting the Game

  • Captains play Scissors, Paper, Rock to determine first possession.

  • The team that does not start with possession will receive the opening pull in the second half.

  • Each point begins with a pull from the defending team.

Scoring

  • A goal is worth one (1) point.

  • A goal is scored when an attacking player catches the disc entirely within the opposition's end zone.

Following each goal:

  • Teams swap attacking directions.

  • The team that scored becomes the defensive team and performs the next pull.

RULE SPECIFICS

Moving the Disc

  • The player in possession of the disc (the thrower) may not run.

  • The disc is advanced by passing to teammates.

  • After catching the disc while moving, players must stop as quickly as possible and establish a pivot foot before throwing.

The Pull

  • Each point begins with a pull from the defending team's goal line.

  • All players must remain behind their goal line until the disc is released.

  • If the pull lands out of bounds, the receiving team may restart from where the disc crossed the sideline.

Possession & Turnovers

A turnover occurs when:

  • A pass is incomplete.

  • The disc is intercepted.

  • The disc lands out of bounds.

  • The thrower is stalled for 10 seconds.

  • The thrower travels.

  • The thrower catches their own throw without another player touching the disc.

  • The receiving team drops the pull.

Following a turnover, the opposing team may immediately take possession from where the disc came to rest.

Stall Count

The marker may count aloud to ten (10) while defending the thrower.

If "ten" is reached before the disc is released, possession changes.

Only one defender may mark the thrower.

In Bounds

Players must establish their first point of contact in bounds when catching the disc.

The disc may travel outside the sideline and return in bounds, provided it is caught by an in-bounds player without touching anything out of bounds.

Non-Contact

Ultimate Frisbee is a non-contact sport.

Players may not:

  • Push, hold or block opponents.

  • Create picks or screens.

  • Double-team the thrower.

  • Grab or strip the disc from the thrower's hand.

Defenders may attempt to block or intercept a thrown disc.

Dangerous or unnecessary contact may result in a foul.

Fouls

  • If opposing players catch the disc simultaneously, possession remains with the offensive team.

  • Where possible, players should resolve fouls themselves.

  • If teams cannot agree, the League Host may assist in making a ruling.

ADDITIONAL URBAN REC RULES

Spirit of the Game

  • Ultimate Frisbee relies on honesty and self-officiating.

  • Players are expected to make fair calls, respect opponents and resolve disputes respectfully.

  • Winning is important, but never at the expense of the game.

Self-Officiating

Urban Rec Ultimate expects players to call their own:

  • Fouls

  • Travels

  • Out of bounds

  • Stall counts

League Hosts will assist when players cannot reach agreement.

Respect the Stall Count

  • The marker should count clearly and at a steady pace.

  • Fast counting or attempting to rush the thrower is not permitted.

Host Discretion

Not every situation can be covered by the rulebook. League Hosts may intervene where an action is technically legal but clearly unsafe, unfair or against the spirit of the game.

Fun First Policy

All Urban Rec leagues are fun-first, regardless of skill level.

Our League Hosts aim to create a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment by:

  • Coaching where needed

  • Making calls appropriate to the level of play

  • Encouraging communication and sportsmanship

Urban Rec expects a degree of self-officiation. Respect, good vibes and camaraderie go a long way.

Discipline

  • League Hosts have final say on all unresolved issues.

  • If a player is acting disrespectfully or outside the spirit of the game, the Host may:

    • Ask the player to sub off and take a break

    • Issue further warnings

    • Ask the player to leave the court if behaviour continues

We’re here for good times, not bad attitudes. Play fair.

Inclusion

Urban Rec is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.

  • Gender diverse, transgender and non-binary players are welcome

  • Participants of all sexualities, cultures and backgrounds are supported

Urban Rec has zero tolerance for bullying, discrimination or sexual harassment.

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