From the community meeting held in late March it was decided to disband both teams from last season and hold community-wide tryouts in order to form an 'A' team that could compete in Sectional, Regional and National UPA tournaments, as well as a 'B' team that would serve as an additional competitive traveling team with less stringent commitment levels. The B team was also to serve as a springboard, providing a path to move up to a higher level in the future. Many people at the meeting expressed a desire for better communication between the teams to ensure the continuing growth of the sport in SLC. A committee was established to organize the tryout process, then a group of selectors was chosen by the committee to make the roster choices for the A team. The B-team is to be formed from those who tried out and didn't make the A-team, and those who simply prefer to play at that level.

The primary objective for Golden Spike (Salt Lake's new competitive ultimate team) is to compete successfully in the fall UPA series. Beyond that, Golden Spike is committed to improving the overall communication within the Ultimate community in SLC. We will at a minimum have regular communication with the leadership of the still-forming B team to coordinate strategy ideas, tournament plans, etc. The plan and schedule for practices are still being worked out, but we're looking for field space for two teams so we can better coordinate offenses and defenses, and to provide a chance for everyone to come together in a team building environment.

A review of this process, most likely at a future community meeting next spring, would facilitate an exchange of ideas on what worked and what didn't, to evolve the process into something that continues to benefit the entire Ultimate community. So for those just starting out, at the intermediate level, or those just curious to know what's happened, hopefully this provides some insight into the process, the results, and what it means for the future. Be sure to get involved to make your voice heard.