WA Ultimate is proud to present Phoenix Has Risen 2016. This event is open to all WA teams wishing to take part and is recognised as the the official seeding event for WA teams wanting to qualify for the Australian Mixed Ultimate Championships to be held in Sydney on October 21-23. Thanks to the City of Mandurah and Sports Marketing Australia we are pleased move our event outside the metro area and allow all teams to make a great weekend of Ultimate on premium fields, private club rooms and of course increase the social side of the tournament as well.

When: September 10th and 11th (Saturday and Sunday)
Time: 9.00am – 5.00 pm (Both days)
Venue: Meadow Springs Sports Facility
Format: Mixed 4:3 gender split
Includes: Insurance, field/venue hire, Lunch both days, BBQ Dinner on Saturday night & social event, presentations.
Cost: $60.00 (one day fee is set at $35)

NOTE: Even number of teams will be allowed only. EG If there are 10 teams and an 11th enters they are waitlisted until a 12th team is accepted.

As volunteers have been pre-arranged for this event, all meals advertised are catered for at Phoenix Has Risen 2016.

For a great variety of accommodation options, please direct competitors to www.visitpeel.com.au where they can select accommodation options. Alternatively, call the friendly team at Mandurah Visitor Centre on (08) 9550 3999 for advice on where to stay which suits competitor budget and needs.

Early Registration is open now!

Official Facebook Event Page here.

Eligibility Requirements

Rules Accreditation

For Phoenix Has Rise 2016 all players on your roster MUST be STANDARD rules accredited and a minimum of 6 MUST have the advanced accreditation (this number must include your Captain).
Players can gain accreditation at:   http://rules.wfdf.org/accreditation
Players can register to login at:   http://rules.wfdf.org/register/
Once you are sure that all players have a valid Basic Accreditation for when the championships start, and at least 6 have the Advanced Accreditation. If you already have current valid accreditation then you are not required to take the test again simply provide your accreditation number when requested from your captain.
Not sure if your accreditation is current? Check here:
1) Go to:   http://rules.wfdf.org/accreditation/accreditation-registry
2) Download the WFDF Accreditation Registry spreadsheet

Appoint a Spirit Captain

The Spirit Captain role is separate from the role of Team Captain or Team Manager and must be registered by September 5st.
About the Spirit Captain:

• The tasks of the Spirit Captain are only undertaken when they are OFF THE FIELD
• The Spirit Captain should ensure they access to a copy of the current WFDF and tournament specific rules with them on the side line
• Coordinate the discussion and collection of the Spirit score for the opposing team following each match
• Be the point of contact for your team for all matters relating to Spirit of the Game
• They may be required to discuss the level of spirit in the game with the opposing teams Spirit Captain and then share Spirit Scores with them (if requested)
• The Spirit Captain may call a Spirit Timeout
• They should have an excellent knowledge of the current rule set, and also a good understanding of its application (they should hold the  WFDF Rules Advanced Accredited status)
• They do not hold the position of Team Captain or Team Manager
• They should be a senior player within the team, such that all other players will respect and listen to them if needed
• They should be able to maintain a clear, calm, objective view of the game
• They should be willing and able to approach opposing Spirit Captains and their own players, and communicate clearly and respectfully in a pressure situation.

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Registration closes on the 30th August, payment is due by September 5th. (Any registration after these dates will incur a late fee)
Payments are due as one team payment (No individual payments accepted) into the WAFDA events account.

Pay fees by EFT to:
Account Name: WA Flying Disc Association
BSB: 302-162
Account Number: 0406723