Ultimate frisbee plays without referees

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Ultimate frisbee plays without referees

Ultimate frisbee stands out by having players self-officiate without referees, fostering trust and sportsmanship through its "Spirit of the Game" philosophy, promoting integrity and accessibility.

Ultimate frisbee uniquely relies on players to self-officiate, with no referees present to call fouls. This system, rooted in the sport's 1960s origins, emphasizes the "Spirit of the Game" – mutual respect and honesty. Players resolve disputes themselves; if a foul is contested, play restarts from the previous position.

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