Frisbee fever grips Perth

Andrew Jennings shows how it's done. Picture: Daniel Wilkins Source: PerthNow

PERTH sporting fanatics are in a spin as Frisbee fever grips the city.

The Australian Mixed-Gender Ultimate Championships kicked off yesterday at UWA Sports Park.

Tournament Director Anna Haynes said Ultimate Frisbee was the world's fastest growing team sport.

``People think it's about throwing a Frisbee at the beach,'' she said.

``First of all, we don't use Frisbees. Those are toys you buy at Kmart.

``It's extremely athletic and the audience can expect some spectacular mid-air grabs. It combines elements of soccer, netball and gridiron.''

Andrew Jennings, who plays for the club Primal and is competing in the championships, said the sport was a great way to socialise.

``Usually we have four guys and three girls on the team,'' he said.

``In fact, there is a long history of relationships sprouting within teams.

``I was introduced to it by my girlfriend who is playing with me in the tournament.''

Ms Haynes said there was increasing interest from schools in the sport, which is safe to play and has low barriers to entry.

``My day job as the association's development officer involves going out and teaching the sport," she said.

"Our bookings to schools have tripled in the last quarter.

"We will have discs on sale at the tournament for $15. We have people of all ages and abilities playing and it's only $4 per game."

THE AMGUC continues today from 9am-5pm.

The final will take place tomorrow at 12.30pm.

Entry is free.

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