TRYING OUT? REGISTER FOR YCC TRYOUTS HERE. USA Ultimate’s Youth Club Championships (YCC) bring together the nation’s best youth club teams to compete for national championships. The event hosts teams in the under-20 boys’, girls’ and mixed divisions and under-17 … More
Spring Ultimate is right around the corner. This year we’re playing on Sundays from 10am – 1pm at Boulevard Crossing. As always, we’re targeting a gender mix of 4 Man Matching Players / 3 Woman Matching Players, depending on the … More
Learn to play scheduled for Feb 15 moved to Feb 22 Our goal is to grow the number of Women Matching Players (WMP) playing disc in Atlanta. With success, we can bring back Women’s leagues as well as grow … More
USA Ultimate’s Youth Club Championships (YCC) bring together the nation’s best youth club teams to compete for national championships. The event hosts teams in the under-20 boys’, girls’ and mixed divisions and under-17 boys’ and girls’ divisions.
More info on Atlanta’s YCC Teams can be seen HERE. This season, Atlanta will send 5 travel club teams to compete in the tournament in Colorado on August 1-3.
Official Tryouts for the teams will take place starting in March 2026. Practices will begin after Memorial Day and run through the end of July. The 5 teams we are offering this season are as follows:
What: This registration form is to attend TRYOUTS to be placed on one of our five YCC teams.
Who: Any youth ultimate player interested in trying out and participating in our YCC program! Players who are not sure if they are interested in participating in the program over the summer are still encouraged to try out. Simply attending tryouts itself is an experience that will improve play. Likewise, even if players are only able to attend a single tryout date, we still encourage them to attend!!
Please note:
Youth Players born in 2010 or later are only eligible to play on the U-17 Teams (rATLers U-17 Girls or ATLas U-17 Boys).
Youth Players born from 2007-2009 are only eligible to play on the U-20 Teams (cATLanta U-20 Girls, ATLiens U-20 Boys, or flATLine U-20 Mixed).
Players are encouraged to attend at least 2 tryout dates for their age group.
When:
March 7 & 8:
U-20 Mixed (flATLine) 10:00am – 12:30pm
March 14 & 15:
U-17 Boys (ATLas) 12:00-2:30pm
U-20 Boys (ATLiens) 2:30-5:00pm
March 21 & 22:
U-17 Boys (ATLas) 12:00-2:30pm
U-20 Boys (ATLiens) 2:30-4:30pm
U-20 Mixed (flATLine) 4:30-5:30pm
U-20 Girls (cATLanta) 5:30-7:30pm
U-17 Girls (rATLers) 5:00-7:30pm
March 31 & April 1:
U-17 Girls (rATLers) Time & Location TBD
U-20 Girls (cATLanta) Time & Location TBD
Where: All weekend tryout dates will take place at Ebster Park (125 Electric Ave, Decatur GA 30030). March 31 and April 1 Tryouts are TBD.
Why: The YCC program is the opportunity to team up with our city’s best players under expert coaching, and to represent Atlanta. Additionally, the YCC tournament itself is the highest level of youth play where you’ll be able to play against the country’s top youth players.
YCC Tryouts are an experience to play with and against our city’s best players. Tryouts are a cost-effective way to get high quality coaching, instruction, and playing experience, even for players that don’t ultimately play in the program in the summer.
Cost: Sliding scale from $10-200 for the event to accommodate financial need. Payment options are at the end of the registration form.
Please reach out to Josh Feng (Youth Executive Director) <josh.feng@afdc.com> and/or Christine Lim Weber <yccatlanta2025@gmail.com> for more details or if you have any questions or comments.
Spring Ultimate is right around the corner. This year we’re playing on Sundays from 10am – 1pm at Boulevard Crossing. As always, we’re targeting a gender mix of 4 Man Matching Players / 3 Woman Matching Players, depending on the number of registrants.
Key info:
Call for Captains!
Learn to play scheduled for Feb 15 moved to Feb 22
Our goal is to grow the number of Women Matching Players (WMP) playing disc in Atlanta. With success, we can bring back Women’s leagues as well as grow our coed leagues. On February 22 and March 1 we are holding Learn To Play – Women’s Pickup Ultimate at the 4th Ward Skateboard Park field on the beltline from 2pm – 4pm. We held our first session on February 8 and recruited more potential players off the beltline than we had playing pickup!
You can help in 3 easy ways.
We’re excited to bring together the Atlanta ultimate community as well as a competitive environment to kick off the 2026 season. We plan on using this event as a fun way to introduce new players to the Atlanta club scene and give club teams a first look at interested players. You do not have to be interested in club ultimate to play.
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2025
Time: 8pm-12am
Location: Cauley Creek 7255 Bell Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Registration: https://forms.gle/MWpjyQqupg2PaFzRA
If you have any questions, feel free contact Mint Ultimate at atlmintleadership@gmail.com
Format: Individual sign-up (Hat tournament)
Organized and brought to you by Mint Ultimate in partnership with Arson, Elysium, and Chain Lightning as well as other club teams in Atlanta. Whether you’re new to the scene or a returning competitor, this event is a great opportunity to compete hard, learn, and show local club teams how you can contribute both on and off the field this coming season.
If your plan is to tryout for a 2026 club team we value effort, coachability, spirit, and commitment just as much as on-field performance. We’re looking forward to seeing you compete and helping shape another strong club season together.
This tournament is pay-what-you-can because we want cost to never be the reason someone doesn’t get to play. There is no required fee to participate. If you would like to contribute financially, please Venmo @Jarrett-Swanson.
AFDC Jrs. is offering a free youth skills clinic for players in grades 7-12 on January 31st at Ebster Park in Decatur.
Registration is required! Please register HERE. More Details Below.
What: A 2 hour skills development clinic (and scrimmage!). We will focus on the fundamentals of speed and agility, and then apply these skills in ultimate-specific drills. This will be the first in a series of clinics that place emphasis on the fundamentals of agility for field sport athletes, led by long-time Youth Club Championship Coach and Physical Therapist Zach Hollis.
Who: Any ultimate player currently in Grades 7-12. All levels of experience are welcome!
When: Saturday Jan. 31st:
Girls Matching Players: 11:00am-1:00pm
Boys Matching Players: 1:00pm-3:00pm
Though the clinic programming is exactly the same, there are dedicated spaces for girls and then boys matching players.
Where: Ebster Park (125 Electric Ave, Decatur GA 30030).
Why: We hope to help develop our youth players as ultimate athletes, provide playing opportunities, and enable our youth players to develop stronger connections with each other in our community. It also serves as an unofficial kickoff to the high school season and an opportunity to learn more about our Youth Club Championship (YCC) Program.
Cost: Free!
Sliding scale from $0-100 for the event if people would like to contribute to offset field and staffing costs. Extra Funds will be distributed to help cover field and staffing costs and help pay for players who may need financial assistance for our Youth Club Championship Program this summer. Payment options are at the end of this form and are greatly appreciated!
Questions? Please reach out to Zach Hollis (Clinic Coordinator) <zhollis18@gmail.com> or Josh Feng (Youth Executive Director) <josh.feng@afdc.com> for more details or if you have any questions or comments.
Please note: If you are trying to register multiple players, you will need to fill out this form multiple times for registration and liability purposes.
Here are the teams looking for coaches this season.
Academe of the Oaks High School, Varsity/JV Open Team: [POSITION FILLED 1/10/26]
Practices on M/W/F from 4:15-5:45 at East Lake Park. Stipend position, exact amount TBD. The last three seasons the school has only had a girls program, but this year they are reviving the open/boys team. A small handful of players with MS or HS experience, but mostly new players.
Reach out to Coach Alan Reeves <alanjreeves18@gmail.com> for more details.
Atlanta International School Varsity/JV Girls Team:*
Practices likely Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and every other Friday from 4:00-5:30 at Atlanta International School in Buckhead. A new (rebuilt) girls team with mostly newer seniors or younger players.
Reach out to Coach Andy Lightcap <andrew.lightcap@aischool.org> for more details.
Ben Franklin Academy Varsity/JV Open Team: [POSITION FILLED 1/7/26]
Practices on days TBD on three late afternoons a week in the Emory University area. Stipend position based on experience, usually pays about $1000 per month. A program seeking a Head Coach as its team aims to make a comeback this season after being absent the past few years. See full job posting HERE.
Reach out to Administration Coordinator Tianna Bailey <tbailey@benfranklinacademy.org> and Team Manager Edward Ellis <eellis@benfranklinacademy.org> for more details.
Decatur High School, JV Girls Team: [POSITION FILLED 1/29/26]
Practices Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:00-6:30pm at Agnes Scott College. $500-$1000 stipend. Established girls program seeking a Head Coach for its newer/younger JV Girls Players.
Reach out to Keri Chayavadhanangkur <chaya.keri@gmail.com> for more details.
North Atlanta High School, Varsity/JV Open Team:
Practices on days TBD in the evenings after 6:30pm in North Atlanta. Likely Stipend. An established program in need of coaching.
Reach out to Coach Alan Joel <ajoel@alanjoelpartners.com> for more details.
Lakeside High School, Varsity/JV Girls Team:*
Practices on Mondays/Wednesdays. Possible Stipend. FMP coach is preferred. A 2nd-year girls program hoping for more coaches to support continued growth. Reach out to Coach Jordan Thrasher <thrasherjordan@gmail.com> for more details.
St. Pius X Catholic High School, Open and/or Girls Team: [POSITION FILLED 2/2/26]
Practices likely Tuesdays/Thursdays later in the evening, mostly at St. Pius X but possibly at nearby schools. Likely stipend via (generous) parent volunteer collection. Brand new program with an elite player coach hoping to find another knowledgeable coach for the program.
Reach out to Team Manager Molly Wack <mwack@spx.org> for more details.
Woodward Academy, Varsity Open and/or Girls Team:
Practices Monday-Thursday 4:00-6:00pm at Woodward Academy in College Park. Paid Coaching Position. One of the oldest ultimate programs in Georgia; high expectations in terms of commitment, character, and attendance.
Reach out to Coach and Ultimate Coordinator Ken Kirschner <ken.kirschner@woodward.edu> for more details.
*As part of our strategic plan of specifically increasing girls players/teams in our community, we hope to be able to provide an additional stipend or other support for new girls teams this season.
Last Updated on 1/07/2026
Does your school team need a coach, and you want to add your team on this list? Please fill out THIS Coach Request/Interest Form and/or reach out to Youth Executive Director Josh Feng at <josh.feng@afdc.com> for more details.
AFDC Juniors is hosting a Youth Coaching Webinar on Sunday, January 11th at 7pm
This webinar is for ultimate players who are interested in getting involved with coaching youth ultimate in Atlanta. There is currently a need across the Metro Area of coaches of all experience levels. Join our webinar to hear about coaching opportunities, tips, and ways to get involved!
Register for the webinar here. You can alternatively simply join the discussion on this Google meet link the day of.
Are you interested in coaching the next generation of Atlanta’s best ultimate players? Do you want to work with some of the most experienced ultimate coaches in the city? Would you like to make a positive impact on youth ultimate here in Atlanta? Apply to be a Youth Club Championship (YCC) Coach for AFDC Jrs!
AFDC Jrs. is looking to round out its coaching staff for YCC 2026, which include the following roles: Head Coach(es), Assistant Coach(es), and Coaches-in-Training.
The following positions are open or potentially open for the 2026 Season:
cATLanta, U-20 Girls: Head Coach (1), Assistant Coach or Coach-in-Training (3)
rATLers, U-17 Girls: Assistant Coach or Coach in Training (2)
flATLine, U-20 Mixed: Assistant Coach or Coach-in-Training (2)
ATLiens, U-20 Boys: Assistant Coach or Coach-in-Training (2)
ATLas, U-17 Boys: Head Coach (1), Assistant Coach or Coach-in-Training (3)
Application Timeline:
Tryout Schedule
YCC Season Schedule
If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to Youth Executive Director Josh Feng <josh.feng@afdc.com> and/or Youth Club Championship Coordinator Christine Lim Weber <yccatlanta2025@gmail.com>.
There may be an open spot or two if folks drop out. Please speak to Josh Feng on site at the fields if you are interested in a potential wait-list spot at this time. Wait List registration Form HERE. Spots will only be granted if there are no-shows or drop outs.
AFDC Juniors, along with Ultimate Peace, is thrilled to announce the ATL Turkey Bowl, a new 4v4 Mini Hat Tournament here in Atlanta.
What: 4v4 Mini Hat Tournament. 2:2 Gender Ratio with Mixed / Co-ed Play. Middle school (morning), high school (early afternoon), and college/adult divisions (late afternoon).
There will also be an accompanying skills clinic for all youth players in between the middle school and high school divisions.
Who: Middle School, High School, and College/Adult Players are invited to play! We’re particularly interested in more girls players to ensure a true 2:2 gender ratio for play.
When: Saturday November 29th. Projected Tournament Game Times below (subject to change)
Where: We are partnering with Woodward Academy to host this event. The exact field location on Woodward Campus is TBD.
Why:
– Middle Schoolers have an opportunity to play following the fall middle school season!
– High Schoolers can use the tournament as a tune up in preparation for the high school spring season.
– College/Adult Players can use this as a playing opportunity to play with new or old friends, perhaps with those who are home for the weekend.
– Everyone has an opportunity to play mixed, co-ed ultimate with different players!
– And Ultimate Peace will help bring the positive energy and vibes!
Cost:
Girls/Women Matching Players ($20)*
Boys/Men Matching Players ($30)*
Additional Notes:
Please reach out to tournament directors Josh Feng (AFDC Youth Executive Director) <josh.feng@afdc.com> and/or Adam Shimoni (Ultimate Peace Coordinator) <aashimoni@gmail.com> for more details or if you have any questions or comments.
Eleven local youth players were invited to try out for USA Ultimate’s U-20 teams that will represent the United States next summer at the 2026 WFDF World Junior Ultimate Championships in Logroño, Spain. The tryouts will take place in November.
Please extend our congratulations to the players (and the parents, coaches, teammates, and others that supported them), as these individuals will represent our community. Wishing you all good luck!
The full list of our youth Atlanta players and the high school they currently attend or recently graduated from are stated below. The official announcement from USA Ultimate and the full list of players can be found here.
