An ‘Ultimate’ challenge

It was, in a word, the “Ultimate” opportunity for 300-plus kids in area-wide Kyrene schools to compete in a sport that requires no more than a quick wrist and an agile step. It was the annual Ultimate challenge — spinning a round, plastic disc once universally referred to (like Kleenex and Jello) by its best-known name, the Frisbee. Marketed for many years by Wham-o after being invented in the 1950s by Fred Morrison, the ubiquitous saucer became a household word until, as its name proliferated, its trademark came under threat. Thus was born the “Ultimate” challenge, along with a way for kids to turn a toy into what may become, as has the UK’s rugby, our national sport of choice. Heading up this year’s contests was coach Gavin Martin, assisted by Terri Rodriguez. Next up in the schedule of notso- rough-and-tumble contests: Capture the Flag. On your marks, get set…