US Open Convention


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July 4-6, 2013

Raleigh, NC

 

 

US Open Convention (2013)


In addition to the competition, the U.S. Open Convention will welcome ultimate enthusiasts from around the world for an unparalleled opportunity to learn from, and interact with, the industry's best and brightest on a variety of topics.  Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of this spectacular event!   

Contact the Program Coordinator with questions: USOpen_Convention@usaultimate.org

 

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Engaging, interactive and insightful, the U.S. Open convention serves as a networking and an educational opportunity for various administrators of the sport.  Who should attend?

  • Ultimate association representatives
  • national federation leaders
  • team, event, league and tournament organizers
  • team coaches
  • athletes
  • USA Ultimate coordinators

Registration

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Schedule

Details about the convention will be posted here as they become available. 

Download the 2013 convention schedule (PDF).  

You can also check out the (abbreviated) 2012 convention schedule.  

   
TRACK 1
 
 
TRACK 2
 
TRACK 3
 
   

USA Ultimate / WFDF Coaching Development Workshop


Complete all sessions in this track as well as one of the sessions designated with a *

  • US participants can receive their Level 1 Coaching Certification

    OR

  • non-US participants can license the program for use in their country
     
 

Player/Athlete Focus

 

General/Organizational Focus

 
               

Thursday, July 4

               
8:00-10:15am   





KEYNOTE: Recognition by the Olympic Movement: The Future of Ultimate and Flying Disc Sports

             Robert Rauch - President, WFDF  &  Dr. Tom Crawford - CEO, USA Ultimate


 

 
               
10:30-11:30am  
 
 
 

Coaching Ethics and Safe Sport

  • Baker Pratt - Manager-Competition & Athelete Programs, USA Ultimate
 
     
 
     
 

How to Use Video to Improve Throwing Mechanics

  • Mick Stukes - Youth Director, Charlotte Ultimate
     
 
     
     
               

Friday, July 5

               
8:00-9:00am      
     
 

Show Me the Money: Impacts of the Emerging Ultimate Market on the Culture and Evolution of the Sport *

Panel Discussion:

  • Kenny Dobyns - USA Ultimate Hall of Fame, Class of 2011
     
  • Ben Van Heuvelen - Three-Time U19 National Team Coach
     
  • Tina Woodings - Ultimate Players League of Austin (a USA Ultimate Affiliate) and Showdown Team Member
     
  • Gwen Ambler - Vice President, USA Ultimate Board of Directors
 
     
 
     
 

Best Practices of Developing Successful and Comprehensive Youth Programs *

  • Lindsey Hack - Member, Triangle Youth Ulitmate League Board of Directors

  • Dr. Heather Ann Brauer - Member, Triangle Youth Ulitmate League Board of Directors
 
     
 
               
9:15-10:15am      
     
 

Reducing ACL Injuries and Increasing On-Field Performance

  • Tim Morrill, M.A., CSCS - Morrill Performance
 


OR

 

The Ultimate Nutrition Guide: Fueling for Training and Competition

  • Katy Harris, MSPH, CSCS -Lifestyle Educator, Sona Med Spa
 
     
 
     
 

Growing Ultimate in the Highly Competitive U.S. Sports Landscape:  An Inside Look at USA Ultimate’s Marketing Strategy *

  • Andy Lee - Director-Communications, USA Ultimate
     
  • Greg Downey - Senior Director, Brand and Comsumer Marketing at NASCAR  &  USA Ultimate Board of Directors
 
     
 
               
10:30-11:30am          
     
 

College Coaching *

  • Nick Kaczmarek - Coach, Pittsburgh En Sabah Nur
 
     
 
               
12:15-1:15pm  
     
 

Running an Effective Practice
(WRAL Soccer Center)

  • Dan Raabe - Memorial HS Coach and Teacher
 
     
 

 

     
 
               

Saturday, July 6

               
8:00-9:00am      
     
 

Motor Skills Learning Theory: Three Common Mistakes in Practice and Coaching *

  • Melissa Witmer - Founder, Ultimate Results
 
     
 
     
 

When Pick-Up Picks Up: The Evolution of a League Organiation *

  • Emily Meister - Columbus Ultimate Disc Association (a USA Ultimate Affiliate) 
 
     
 
               
9:15-10:15am  
     
 

Teaching Ultimate Sequencing and Cues

  • Dan Raabe - Memorial HS Coach and Teacher
 
     
     
     
 

Sustainable Belief: Developing Your College Program *

  • Andrew Roca - Coach, Central Florida Dogs of War
 
     
 
               
10:30-11:30am  
     
 

Spirit of the Game and Spirit of Coaching

  • Ben Van Heuvelen - Three-time U19 National Team Coach
 
     
 

 
     

 

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