Flying Disc League launches

FDL is the only action version of Frisbee in the country and leagues launched in May.
The game is played on a 50m x 25m field which includes a 42m x 25m open play area and two score zones of 3m x 25m on either ends of the field. Six players compete at any time with one to four rolling subs.
The leagues consist of men’s open teams. These have six to 10 players of any age or gender. There are also mixed open teams. These have six to 10 players including three women on the field at all times, players can be of any age.
Games consist of two 20-minute halves.
The game is based on a pass and move structure similar to netball. Players cannot run when in possession of the disc and have five seconds to pass the disc.
There is no tackling and defenders may only block or intercept passes to gain possession of the disc. Goals are scored by catching the disc in the scoring zone, similar to a touch-down.
The entire game that FDL produces is based on the lines of Ultimate, played overseas and sporadically in the country. FDL can be described as an action version of Ultimate with modifications to accommodate men, women and children in playing a game that is easily accessible, easy to learn and interactive.
FDL will host a website for the leagues where players can get statistics for games. This idea promotes players to monitor their performances and stand chances to win prizes. FDL also looks to add a Youtube channel dedicated to showing highlights, skills and events.
FDL has committed to donate a percentage of all match fees to various animal charities around Gauteng.
For more information or to enter a team, contact Tim on 084 602 7887 or Nick on 082 325 4311.
The league plans to launch in Bedfordview during August or September. Venues will be confirmed in early August.