<br><div class="gmail_quote"><span dir="ltr"></span>Hello DiscNW community,<br><br>We've got six pieces of news for you:<br><br>1. Spring Adult Events<br>2. Winter Pickup<br>3. DiscNW Board Positions<br>4. MoHo and Mini MoHo<br>
5. Carnival<br>
6. New Facebook Page<br><br><br><br>1. SPRING ADULT EVENTS<br><br><br>**Spring Team League** <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/Spring.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/Spring.html</a><br><br>Spring team league registration is OPEN! Spring team league provides a venue for coed teams at all levels to play in a competitive league. Different pools divide the league based on self-evaluated ability, so whether you are one of the most skilled teams in town or a new player, you can experience competitive games at your level of play. Play starts Sunday, March 13.<br>
<br><br>**Verns Hat League** <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/Verns.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/Verns.html</a><br><br>Verns League opens TODAY! Verns League is a TEACHING LEAGUE for beginners and
intermediate-level players. NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED; just bring your
enthusiasm, humor, wit, and interest in chasing plastic. It's a great
way to learn ultimate, improve your skills, and meet new people.
<p>Experienced players captain teams and pass on their knowledge and
love of the game. Never captained before? No problem. Let us know you're
interested and we'll pair you with a "veteran captain" to mentor you.</p>
<p>The season begins after we spring ahead to daylight savings time
(Vernal Equinox) and runs for 10 weeks including playoffs.<br><br><br>**Slog in the Bog** <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/SlogInTheBog.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/SlogInTheBog.html</a></p><p>
SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, March 12. Known for its fabulous spread of food and drink as well as uncertain
weather (Snow? Rain? Sleet? Sun?) the tournament is a chance for your
team to shake off the cobwebs and get ready for spring league.<br><br><br>**Mini Tournament** <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/WinterMini.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/WinterMini.html</a><br><br>
Brought to you by Seattle Riot, Sockeye and DiscNW: Seattle's first Mini tournament!</p>
<p>--2 Divisions, 10 mens and 8 womens teams<br>--12 Rounds of 20 minutes, best of 3 games
<br>--$14 ($1 to park, carpool!)<br>--Hat tourney format<br>--Registration capped, so sign up quick!<br>--This tourney is best suited for competitive adult and high-level
high school players<br><br><br><br>2. WINTER PICKUP<br></p>
<p><br>**Weeknights**<br>Games are currently happening Wednesday evenings from
6:45-9:45pm on Magnuson 7, through March 2.
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**Weekends**<br>February weekend pickup will take place at Lower Woodland 2 on Saturdays from 9am-Noon. Lower Woodland is a new synthetic
field that has ultimate field markings.
</p><p>**Goaltimate**<br>Saturday, February 5 from 9-11am at Bobby Morris<br><br>**Indoor hosted by Arena Sports**<br>Three Saturday sessions have been scheduled in February only, including 2/12, 2/19 and 2/26 from 8-9:30pm. Register online at <a href="http://www.arenasports.net" target="_blank">www.arenasports.net</a> Spots are not reserved, but players can pay ahead of time to ensure a spot on the roster. For more information, check out our forum post: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/forums/viewtopic.php?id=3052" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/forums/viewtopic.php?id=3052</a><br>
<br><br><br>3. DISCNW BOARD POSITIONS<br><br><br>DiscNW, the Pacific Northwest’s premier Ultimate organization, seeks new
members for its Board of Directors. DiscNW acts as a regional
resource, promoting growth in the sport of Ultimate and instilling the
spirit of sportsmanship at all levels of play. The organization
annually serves more than 6,000 youth and adult players in dozens of
leagues, tournaments, camps, and clinics around the Puget Sound.</p><p>Joining the Board is an opportunity to be a part of a growing,
non-profit organization. Individuals with new ideas and an interest in
helping shape the future of Ultimate in the region are encouraged to
apply.</p><p>For more information please read the Board FAQ's at: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/admin/board/faq.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/admin/board/faq.html</a> and check out the job description at: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/community/listings.html#board" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/community/listings.html#board</a><br>
<br><br><br>4. MOHO AND MINI MOHO<br><br><br>MoHo and Mini MoHo are a series of *FREE* practices for high school and middle school students respectively. They include drills and scrimmages, led by experienced adult Ultimate players and coaches from the Seattle are. We welcome players of all skill and experience levels. To learn more about the history, philosophy and coaches of MoHo, visit the MoHo pages at: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/youth/moho/index.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/youth/moho/index.html</a></p>
<p>Participants are encouraged to pre-register, however players may register at any time throughout the season and may attend as few or as many sessions as they would like<br><br>Mini MoHo and MoHo will run simultaneously on the same fields each week at the following times and locations:<br>
<br>--Sunday, February 6 from 4:30-7:30pm on Genesee Lower Soccer Field<br>--Sunday, February 13 from 1-4pm on Magnuson Park Field 6<br>--Sunday, February 20 from 4:30-7:30pm on Genesee Lower Soccer Field<br>--Sunday, February 27 from 1:30-4:30pm on Loyal Heights Field<br>
<br>To register for MoHo visit: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/MoHo.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/MoHo.html</a><br></p><p>To register for Mini MoHo visit: <a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/minimoho.html" target="_blank">http://www.discnw.org/events/minimoho.html</a><br>
<br><br><br>5. CARNIVAL<br><br></p><div><font size="2">Seattle Ultimate Carnival</font><span style="line-height: 15px;"><font size="2">: If you play
ultimate, this is your celebration.<br><br></font></span></div><div><font size="2">--Saturday, February
12th from 8:30pm - 2am</font></div><div><font size="2"><br></font></div><div><font size="2">--Five Ultimate Warehouse: 2610 Western Ave, Seattle<br><br>--Entry Fees: $12 for 21+, $7 for 18+ (Dress in a team theme--not your jerseys, and your whole team will earn $2 off the entry fee). Procedes go to benefit a newly created scholarship that will be awarded to a college-bound ultimate player from the Seattle area<br>
<br>--Beverages are being provided by **GEORGETOWN BREWERY**--Bring your own cup and get a bonus at the door.<br><br>--PRIZES! provided by Five Ultimate and Georgetown Brewing. Prizes include a full team's worth of Hydro Shorts, individuals prizes from Georgetown Brewing.<br>
<br>--Film Festival: Submit a short, exciting video that shows what ultimate means to you and your team. Highlights on and off the field are welcome. Films must be between 2-4 minutes long. Soundtracks are encouraged. The top 7 videos will be projected in their full glory from 8:30-9pm, complete with sound piped through big speakers. All in attendance are welcome to vote for their favorite video. Winners will be announced later in the night, and will receive a complete outfit of Five Ultimate gear! Submit entries to Andrew at <a href="mailto:andrew.fleming@yahoo.com" target="_blank">andrew.fleming@yahoo.com</a> by 11pm on Sunday, February 6th.<br>
<br>--Play in the Mini Tournament earlier in the day from 11-3pm at Marymoor Park and earn a special something that you can cash in at the party's biggest competition. </font><span style="line-height: 15px;"><font size="2"><span style="display: inline;"></span></font></span><font size="2"><a href="http://www.discnw.org/events/WinterMini.html" rel="nofollow" style="color: rgb(59, 89, 152); text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span>http://www.discnw.org/even</span><span style="display: block; float: left; padding: 0px;"></span>ts/WinterMini.html</a></font><span style="font-family: 'lucida grande',tahoma,verdana,arial,sans-serif; border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px;"><font size="2"><span style="display: inline;"></span></font></span><br>
<br><br><br>6. NEW FACEBOOK PAGE<br><br></div><p>DiscNW has just launched a new Facebook page: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/DiscNW/119827278087180" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/DiscNW/119827278087180</a></p>
<p>Login and like us to get event information, pictures and a forum to provide feedback and banter!<br>
<br><br><br>Let me know if you need any more information.<br><br></p>-- <br>Betsy Brown<br>Operations Manager, DiscNW<br><br><br>
</div><br><br clear="all"><br>-- <br>Betsy Brown<br>Operations Manager, DiscNW<br><br><br>