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U L T I M A T E H A P P E N I N G S
Issue 199 - February 26, 2002
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OCUA - The largest ultimate league in the world!
(300 teams and 3700 members in 2001)
http://www.ocua.ca/
"There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already
full." - Henry Kissinger
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CONTENTS:
- 2002 Summer League Registration
- 2002 Summer League Team Fees
- 4/3 vs. 5/2 Update
- Call for Coaches - Kids Ultimate
- New Co-Ed Competitive Team In Ottawa
- Rental Accommodations
- Calendar Of Events
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2002 SUMMER LEAGUE REGISTRATION
Summer league registration will follow a similar format to
last year. Returning teams will have until March 15 to pay a
$250 deposit in order to secure their spot on their night of
play. The major change to the process will be the
combination of the captain's meeting and registration day
into one meeting. We're hoping that this will make the
process easier for everyone. The balance of fees will be due
at that time. Complete information is available on the
website - or if it isn't, it'll be there shortly. :) If you
have any questions regarding the process, contact our
General Manager, Nick Roberts (729-9227, gm@ocua.ca).
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2002 SUMMER LEAGUE TEAM FEES
After holding fees steady for the past 3 years, the board of
directors has voted to increase this year's summer league
team fees from $750 to $950. We realize that this represents
a fairly substantial increase, however we believe that it is
necessary to secure the future of the league. Our main
concern continues to be field space. While we did receive
an extension on the zoning of the sod farm, along with a
promise from the city to find replacement fields, we
consider it to be a warning of things to come. In addition,
we are concerned about the difficulty the city may have
following through on this, as we don't think there are that
many fields to find. We continue to feel pressure on our in
city fields, both from the public and from other sports, and
it looks like we may well lose the use of Orlando and
Britannia this year. We're working to find replacement
fields, but it continues to be a struggle.
Faced with these issues, we have voted to restrict growth,
allowing for only a small increase in teams, despite the
continued increase in demand to play. We simply can't
continue growing at the rate we have been until we find more
fields. In addition, we need to be prepared for the possible
loss of the sod farm in a couple of years, and higher field
rental costs for any new fields we obtain. Finally, we need
to put ourselves in a position to take advantage of
possibilities that may arise in the next few years for new
fields. In this current climate of fiscal restraint and
tight budgets, the city is not giving away anything for
free, even if there is a huge demand for sports fields. As
such, we believe that it is in our best interest to have
capital available for potential field development projects,
whether they be in cooperation with the city, or on our own.
So, there is the logic behind the increase. We will have
more detailed financial breakdowns available at the
captain's meeting in April. In the interim, feedback or
questions are always welcome. Feel free to contact us at
info@ocua.ca.
Respectfully,
The OCUA Board of Directors
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4/3 VS 5/2 UPDATE
Thanks to everyone who responded to us regarding the
possible dissolution of the 5/2 divisions. The results were
inconclusive, as responses were essentially split 50/50. As
a result, we will leave it to the 5/2 teams to decide based
on registration. If there are sufficient teams to run a 5/2
division (minimum of 8 teams), then we will do so. However,
it is our belief that 4/3 is the way to go, and we currently
plan to eliminate the 5/2 leagues next year, unless there is
a significant demand for them.
As for this year, we realize that the biggest problem will
be Tier 1 Wednesday night 5/2. As it is considered the top
level of ultimate within the league, teams will be unwilling
to register for 4/3 (or stay in 5/2 for that matter) unless
the majority of the teams are doing so as well. Therefore,
we would ask that the captains of those teams indicate their
preference to us, and we will try to work it out with you.
An email will be coming out shortly.
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CALL FOR COACHES - KIDS ULTIMATE
We are planning to run a Kids Ultimate league again this
year - expanding the league to two levels: ages 9-12 and 13-
15. If teaching young players to play ultimate appeals to
you, please contact us to become a coach.
The time commitment will be one or two meetings in the pre-
season, two hours every Thursday night from 6pm-8pm (May 16-
July 25), and one or two planning meetings through the
season as required. Everyone had lots of fun last year.
For more information or to volunteer, call Karen Lange
821-2183 or email kids@ocua.ca
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NEW CO-ED COMPETITIVE TEAM IN OTTAWA
I am proposing a team of committed, competitive and spirited
players to start a new. By combining our individual
talents and enthusiasm of the game to learn and build as a
team we can attend our ultimate goal of regionals and
Nationals.
Spring tryouts will be announced followed by weekly
practices May- Aug. Please contact Cindy Parker, Ivan Levac
or Keith Whyte for information.
#715-9493
Cparker@ottawahospital.on.ca
I_Levac@hotmail.com
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RENTAL ACCOMMODATIONS
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1 or 2 rooms available April 1st....or sooner if needed.
location: Meadowlands & Merivale (Nepean) Close to Algonquin
College & 1 bus ride to Carleton large yard for chucking the
disc (park across the street) $500 rent + utilities -1
person (cheaper if 2 ppl) flat rate can be negotiated for
students.
Contact Heath: 224-0968 email: laird_house@hotmail.com
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1 room available in a 3 bedroom house. Somerset/Bronson
area. $350/month + utilities. Non-smoker, laundry facilities
included, garage, back yard, close to grocery store and
restaurants, must like cat, close to #2 bus route. Availabe
March 1st. If interested, contact either Sharon or Myrosia
at 569-2842 or myrosia@hotmail.com
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
2002/03/15 : Team Fee Deposit Due
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