Dischoops Testimonials
"I'm a long-time goaltimate purist
(retired from ultimate, transplant from San Diego),
so I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical when I first heard about
Dischoops. After
15 minutes of actually playing it though, I was very impressed. The self
throws (dribbling)
adds a new dimension to the game and the opportunity to incorporate
"jump throws"
allows for added creativity when throwing scores. Its the best workout
I've had in a while,
and I'm already looking forward to the next game -- two thumbs up!
-Ben "Obiwan" Finkelor
Air Squid '93-98
Goalin' since 1994
P.S. the official goals that come in the dischoops
kit are hands down the slickest goals I've ever seen."
"....Play Dischoops. It's fun!..."
Idris Nolan
#06
San Francisco
Jam
"Dischoops offers a greater variety of play and playing styles than a
lot of sports.
It's a very playable game regardless of individual strengths and
athleticism, although
it also doesn't suppress either. I don't think it's right to compare it
to Ultimate. That's
akin to comparing soccer and volleyball: similar balls, but the sports
aren't much alike.
Dischoops stands apart. I particularly appreciated the lack of
subjectiveness when it
came to fouls and their enforcement, contributing to greater fluidity of
play. I'm glad
it's catching on in Northern Virginia and I'd like to see it continue to
do so."
- Christopher Jasmine, Georgetown University lacrosse alumnus
"I saw some RSD battles looking to
discredit Dischoops,
but I'm really glad I joined in in Alexandria. It was fun, less
stop-and-go,
nd it could be played full-on even with less people."
- Amanda Fairfield, musician and artist, Washington DC
“It's definitely a fun game and I'd like to play again soon“
Sunny Saini
Atlanta GA
(dischoops in the snow in
Boston)
"the game was much more tiring than
Goaltimate....It would be cool to have a real legit point guard at the
top of the key who could create opportunities for slashers and big men
down low. Just like basketball. I am sure if we played more we could
tinker around with these kinds of offenses....Thanks for your work on
the sport"
Adam Sigelman
Boston
#23 Death Or Glory
"........It's
definitely a workout. We had some pretty good games going last
offseason, and if the opportunity presents itself again this
off-season, I'd play."
Bart Watson
#24
Jam
"Some very annoying people play Ultimate Frisbee and I know it's
early on, but I haven't found that with Dischoops yet. It's good to
be able to enjoy it when I play."
- (anonymous female player), graduate student, bartender/waitress and
Ultimate player
"I think it can be developed for cross-training, but it's also a sport
worth at least trying for itself. I wouldn't worry about it being a
threat
to Ultimate since there are so many devotees of Ultimate out there,
but it's just as fun and just as challenging. “
- P. A. Wyatt, teacher and high school coach
"It's fun; it's fast-paced, and I certainly agree with
[the rule changes] that Frank made..."
Ian Ranahan
#1
Bay Area
Revolver
"...we did play for a couple hours this weekend and had a good time at
it.
It was a good workout and it's always fun to learn a new game.
When we first started playing it was a circus, with every other
attempted dribble
being bobbled away and, not being used to the ability to knock the
disc out of someone's hand. But by the end we were getting the hang of
it,
figuring out how to use the rule differences effectively, and had a
couple of reall
y good games. We played a best-2-out-of-3 series to finish, games to 5
points, and game
3 went to overtime, with a 7-5 final score. It's a cool game."
Sam Chatterton-Kirchmeier
#14
Seattle Sockeye
"awesome game, thanks for
inventing it!"
Steve Vitka San Francisco
"...Whenever
I get the chance and can find a couple guys to play, it is a lot of
fun...."
Ted Barnett
Orlando,
Florida
"..The general consensus from those who
have played disc hoops is: people
like it. The fast paced nature of the game along with it's deviations
from other small field disc sports like goaltimate or mini make it a
new and exciting experience. And a hell of a workout. I personally
prefer it over goalty or mini.
I really like the new rules introduced into disc hoops. I enjoy the
pace of the game and I enjoy the stiffer penalties for violations. It
has helped me travel less, that's for sure. I look forward to playing
and experimenting with the game in the future."
Ray Illian
#99
Seattle Sockeye
I've played dischoops more than a handful
of times and would
definitely play again....it's a workout.
Bobby Nguyen (bay area)
"It brought me together for a good time with my wife."
- Andy "Avalanche" Jamieson
"It's a really fun disc sport that I'm
happy to help spread. Looking forward to playing it more."
- Chris Canales, non-profit analyst and disc sports player, Alexandria
Virginia
I've played dischoops maybe 10 times and
it was fun every time. Like
Bart, I'll probably play again this off-season.
Matt Bruss # 19 Jam
"......I don't understand it,... he was
wearing sneakers
he was not running very hard
and he was unstoppable.
This defies everything I've ever know about the sport.
I loved that Frank came to the tournament
It was historic and he needed to be there, and the community
needed to see him.
I've always been of the opinion that if you can do it, it
ain't bragging."
UPA Hall of Fame Member
and creator of Goaltimate, Jim Herrick
upon watching me play Goaltimate at the
California State Games in San Diego in Tennis Shoes.
