December 18, 2024
Name: SCOUT (Schenectady COunty Ultimate Team)
Contact: scout.ultimate.518@gmail.com
Mission: We aim to grow the local ultimate scene in population and skill for Schenectady County with a dedicated group of teammates and friends.
Purpose:
- To formalize, unify, and grow Schenectady County’s local youth and adult ultimate frisbee scene
- To provide an environment where any Schenectady County resident has the opportunity to join a welcoming, friendly community and improve their game to a high level of play
- To showcase Schenectady County ultimate and improve ourselves by seeking out competition against other teams
Expected Team Member Values (you!):
- A good person on and off the field to teammates, competitors, others, and yourself
- Engagement in growth opportunities with the community (e.g., coaching, volunteering, etc.), team (e.g., training sessions, competition, etc.), and on your own (e.g., throwing, watching film, working out, etc.)
- A go-getter attitude – identify ways to improve the organization and take action to do so
Who can join: Anyone who wants to contribute to this mission. This can be as a player, support staff, or community contributor in Schenectady County. SCOUT members have explicit roles.
Immediate Vision:
- Expand the core group for SCOUT aligned with this mission
- Develop a competitive league with other Capital Region counties
- Start ultimate in the Schenectady and Scotia school districts
Future Goals:
Make Schenectady County a hub for high level ultimate development
Develop a pipeline of youth ultimate players
Recruit new players, coach(es), and other support staff
Find a “home” field
Advertise the team and games
Develop a local fan base in Schenectady County of kids and adults
Local sponsorships to support jerseys, cleats, equipment, food/drink, etc.
Establish a budget to cover player costs – eventually pay players and staff
Develop SCOUT as a minor league/semi-professional ultimate frisbee organization with the other Capital Region counties