Hurt Varsity - Practice at Williston Tomorrow

Tuesday 3/2 - Boys Varsity has practice at Williston.

Reminder: You don't post on the blog if you can't make it. You call Mikey K. You all have my number or can call me using the Google Voice link on the right.

Time is 5:15-7 PM, tonight.

Thanks,
Mikey K

JV Parents -- Drivers Wanted

No, I'm not selling Volkswagens. We need transportation for the March 13th tournament at St. John's!

SJU Indoor is a one-day tournament in Collegeville, MN (74 miles from HHS). Players will need to be at the Warner Palestra at 1:00pm. The tournament could conclude as late as 11:30pm with Finals and the 3rd place game.

Sign up in the comments section. Please indicate whether you can drive to SJU, from SJU, or round trip.

Thanks in advance!

JV Players -- St. John's Indoor Sign-Up (Closed)

Hey JV Team!

The SJU Indoor tournament is nearly upon us. If you will be coming, please sign-up in the comments. Here are the details:

What: SJU Indoor Tournament
Who: Hopkins JV and 7 other high school teams
When: Saturday, March 13, 1:00pm - 11:30pm at the latest
Where: Warner Palestra, Collegeville, MN
Cost: $15 / player, bring meal money or pack a meal

4 games guaranteed, bananas & bagels provided.

Huck, Dump, Kick Some Rump!

Update (2/27): Cost per-player is $15. Please bring payment to next Sunday's all-club meeting.

Update (3/8): We have reached our roster limit for this tournament. Sign-ups are now closed effective immediately.

March 7 All-club meeting

All Hopkins Ultimate parents and players are urged to attend an All-Club meeting.
When: Sun., March 7 at 5 :30
Where: Hopkins H.S. Little Theater
What's it about? All sorts of important stuff...

• Spring schedule including tournaments and league game info
• Sign up for Madison Mudbath (drivers and players)
• Info on the Hopkins Hustle
• Breakout discussion with each team's coaches, players and parents
• We'll finish before 6:30 p.m. so that players can go to the practice at NJH.

***JV jerseys are expected to be available for distribution at this meeting; varsity and girls will have to wait a little longer.

Tell your teammates and parents about this meeting. See you there!

Girls Sweatshirts

We are going to be ordering sweatshirts in the next couple of weeks and here is what they look like: sweatshirts

If you're interested in buying one, comment here with:

1. The name you would like on back
2. Your number
3. Your size (they are men's sizes I believe)

They will be about $33-36, depending on how many people want them. The stars (for captains) will be on the sleeve, as well as the 2010.

Chicago Invite costs

The girls and varsity teams will be traveling via bus to Chicago Invite March 19. Yes, that's the start of our first outdoor Ultimate competition! We have booked Bullet as our bus driver again. (He took good care of us on our trip to Winnipeg!). We have rooms at the Best Western of Romeoville 3.5 miles from the field.

The per player cost for the trip is $155 (includes bus and driver, hotel, tournament fee, continental breakfast) . We cannot break out the bus costs separately. In order to make the trip economics work, all players need to ride the bus. Cash or checks payable to Hopkins Ultimate are due by March 7 (2317 Archers Lane, Minnetonka, MN 55305)

The following players said they were planning on going to this tournament. If you no longer plan to go to Chicago and should be taken off the list, please comment. If you now are planning to attend this tournament and aren't on this list, please let us know with a comment.
Girls:
Arenson, Haley
Bronstein, Mia
Daley, Jenna
Hudek, Maddie
Maustbaum, Alex
Oswald, Laurel
Peaslee, Emma
Petersen, Emily
Saltzman, Mara
Schoonover, Val
Taylor, Bailey
Abby
Boys:
Bhatka, Nihal
Bumsted, Sam
Cousins, Greg
Finkelstein, Jason
Fish
Gollin, Danny
Hoffman, Jake
Klane, Josh
Leonard, Eli
Mekler, Wyatt
Mekler, Zach
Rassmussen, Ethan
Ruble, Michael
Sanders, Noah
Sussman, Jack

We have three parents who plan to chaperone: Sara Mekler, Mimi Klane and Sheri Brenden. Other parents who are interested, we'd love to have you come. Call 815-372-1000 to book a room. Tell them you are with the Chicago Invite for a great room rate. Post your name to save a spot on the bus. (Only $100 for a roundtrip seat.)

Weekend Practice Update

As we are having practice Friday night on the turf field at the Plymouth Dome (bring your cleats!), we are not having practice on Sunday night, 2/14. We do not have the space on Sunday.

See you Friday night, 9-10:30 PM.

Mikey K

The Work Ethic of Wisconsin Ultimate

Just want to show you guys how an Ultimate team wins 3 National Championships in 5 years:  

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

The Work Ethic of Wisconsin Ultimate…

…is at an all time high. And this statement currently extends to all facets of the program. 

Whatever you believe about the cycles of rest and recovery – Wisconsin has decimated through disregard. 
In Madison, the only caliber for a successful workout is threshold of physical pain and how well one can push through that discomfort. 
Last night was the fourth straight day of complete cardio and leg strength failure. Hitting the snooze button and falling out of bed was never so much fun.
Besides for the intrinsic fitness benefits (and setbacks) – the goal is to mentally “win” the workout. 
Not to finish, but to win workouts that on average rated a 9/10 by 25 of the hardest dudes you see walking to class. 
But the Hodags are not the only squad pushing. Bella Donna’s workout google-doc is getting lengthier by the day. Without fail, each player signs in to account for the work they put into the season, and every day the list grows. Last night for example, I saw the Pimpdags doing a running and agility workout. The Hodags were killing a long set of plyos and tabatas, while Bella Donna was running sprint intervals and lifting weights. Atropa girls were also seen on the track and in the weight room – putting the total number of ultimate players in the Shell at approximately 75 with the 4 teams combined. And that was just last night. 
But that’s really the only alternative. Besides for once a week indoor practice for 2 hours, beginning maybe a week or two before the first big tournaments of the season; Wisconsin has no other way to prepare. It speaks volumes to the commitment level each player has individually invested into the season and the program. No other school has 80 college students busting their ass every single day of the week for the mere enjoyment and excitement of chasing a piece of plastic. But that’s the best part; it’s fun, it creates lifelong friendships, and it prepares an individual for future obstacles. Unlike most ultimate teams – Wisconsin has matured into a mentoring program. Your buddy not only runs sprints and lifts with you, but teaches and guides you. He is the second opinion, who has already experienced your struggle. Wisconsin’s success comes from the fact that being a part of the team is so much more than an athletic endeavor. It is an experience, a guiding force which teaches an individual to balance their time, activities, money, and life. It teaches a work ethic, a competitive drive, and the ability to succeed. When you have finished your time with the Hodags – you are a man’s man. 
For all the glamor of being able to play ultimate outside year long – Wisconsin fights with discipline and delayed gratification. No one wants to sprint on the track, jump over hurdles, and touch backboards until they want to puke – but Madison player’s consistently do these activities with the final goal in mind. 
Three days ago the Spring Season officially began as almost every player had fully returned from winter vacation. The first short 6 minutes of complete suffering was exactly to the point. But it was the post-running talk that seized my attention. Captain Matt Young began to speak of his goals for the team and his expectations from his teammates. He cemented the first building blocks of something great and took strides to imprinting the importance of this season on the 27 eager faces around him. Matt Young also spoke of his personal sacrifice to the team. As a medical student – Matt must complete several month long rotations as part of his school, which means Crumb is driving many hours on the road just to make it to Hodag functions. Soon I realized that Matt was not talking of sacrifices, but of opportunities. “Every day I drive to practice, I have to pass Breese Steven’s Stadium. That is four times a day I pass it, and every time I get so jacked up thinking that this is the location of National Finals.” In the loud and crowded Shell, I still felt the shiver of excitement roll through the tightly packed group of eager young men. I’m two years removed and even my heart quickened at that thought.
Then Jon Masler took front and center, making his first introduction to the 2010 team. Having been in Israel for the last 5 months, Jon had been waiting and stewing in the thoughts of his 5th year. With enthusiasm to spare, Masler stated his heart-felt commitment to the team and proved it with a quick flash of his freshly marked Hodag tattoo. The group hooted in approval as the first indoor Hodag Love roared and echoed throughout the Shell. 
Wisconsin will have legs to spare this season and will most likely push another team's top player into total failure. Late in a hot tournament, he will bend over and put heat exhaustion in a big pile on the field. And the reason will be none other than the tenacity of the Hodags. Wisconsin will sprint you into the ground this season by throwing the fastest, most gritty, eager blanket defenders on you again and again.

All Team Practice - Friday Night

Notice the schedule for this weekend - All Team Practice on Friday night from 9-10:30 PM.

It's not a school night, but it is our last chance this year to get on the indoor turf at the Plymouth Dome! See you all there!

Mikey K

Pick up on Superbowl Sunday

For those of you who still want to run around on Sunday:

There will be pick up from 6-10pm at Bethel on Sunday. The space was reserved for TCUL winter league but games were canceled on account of superbowl.

If you have any additional questions, please let me know.

Erin

JVJerseys

ATTENTION to ERIK MAAG, SAM PARKER, JEREMY STEINMAN, JAMES ANEMA, ASHER MINTZER, ISAAC HERMAN, ERIK RUBINYI, DANIEL GRAYBOW: YOU GUYS NEED TO PICK A NUMBER AND YOUR SIZE BY TOMORROW AFTERNOON OR I'LL JUST HAVE TO PICK NUMBERS FOR YOU.
Thanks.

Chili's Monday

On Monday, Feb. 1, if you go to Chili's in St. Louis Park and use this coupon with your food purchase (dine in or take out), Chili's will give 10% to Hopkins Ultimate. Share the coupon with your friends and family.
Location: 5245 Wayzata Blvd., St. Louis Park

Need Nationals Deposits from Varsity and Girls Teams

I have received deposits for the Nationals trip to Washington from the following players:
Bronstein
Eckhert
Levitt
Peaslee
Oswald
Petersen
Saltzman

Bhatka
Gollin
Hoffman
Klane
Rassmussen

Parents: Bjerke, Brenden, Eckhert

If you plan to travel with the team, please bring your $100 deposit to practice Sunday night or arrange to get it to me by Feb. 1.

*If we don't get the checks, we will lose these plane tickets and we may not be able to make this trip.

JV Jersey Numbering

ATTENTION to ERIK, SAM PARKER, JEREMY STEINMAN and MICHAEL LIEBERMAN: you guys are going to have to pick new numbers because the ones you picked are already taken, sorry.

If you are on JV and you have not posted what size and number you want, you MUST do it now. I also need JV COACHES sizes and numbers as well.
Thanks

Chicago Invite

Nihal, Danny Golin, Josh, Zach and Wyatt, Sam Bumsted. Eli (?), Jason, and Jake Hoffman are who I have for Chicago. Anyone else, please post ASAP. Thanks, Mimi

St. John's Tournament moved to March

We just received word that the St. John's Tournament has been changed to March 13. That is the first tournament planned for our JV boys.

If you didn't receive the JV schedule via email and you want to have it, put your email address in the comments.

Girls Practice Still ON - Boys Varsity and JV - Practice Canceled Sunday Night

Due to the Purple Fever that has taken over the state of Minnesota, boys varsity and JV practice is canceled tonight, Sunday 1/24, for the Vikings game.

The girls have decided to still have practice. 6:30-8:30 at the NJH fieldhouse. Per Erin, if any of the boys don't care about the football game, they are still welcome to attend practice.

Go Bears!
Mikey K

New Cleats?

If anyone is interested in getting new cleats for the upcoming spring season, Eastbay has a couple good deals going on right now: Free Shipping on orders over $75 and $15 off any order of $99 or more. I would highly suggest getting football cleats over soccer because there is usually more cleats at the bottom of the shoe to help you cut better.

Here's the link: http://www.eastbay.com/

Know that there are plenty of great Nike Cleat options there and remember that we are Hopkins. Stay Wet.

"Youth Ultimate"

Recently "Youthultimate.com" (which is a supporter of the Hopkins Hustle), redesigned their site and you should check it out. It's a great place to get tuned in about youth ultimate from all around the country and to learn about what other teams are up to.
P.S there is a link on the right side of the page for it.

Nationals -Western and Chicago upcoming

The Varsity Boys and Girls teams will be traveling to Western Nationals (May 7-9/Seattle) and Chicago Invite (March 19-21) this year. We have commitments from a core of players and parents.

We will not be sending a HURT team to Atlanta so you need not send a deposit for that trip.

We are still eager to add more players especially for Western Nationals because it will make the teams stronger and the trip more fun. So even if you said no before, you can still send a $100 deposit and we will reserve a plane ticket for you.

Parents and players, you can mail your $100 deposit check made out to Hopkins Ultimate for Nationals anytime before Feb. 1 to 2317 Archers Lane, Minnetonka, MN 55305 or give your check with player name in the memo to Emma Peaslee at practice or at school.

Varsity and Girls 's travel plans

This is our list of players planning to travel for spring tournaments. Thanks to all who responded to our emails. In addition to fund-raising, the club does provide limited travel scholarships to individuals facing financial challenges You can contact Sheri Brenden if you have questions.

Atlanta - Paideia Cup April 16-18 - This is not enough players to field a team. We cannot hold our plane tickets if we don't have a commitment from more varsity players. Send your email response to Mimi Klane (klaneys@msn.com) tonight if you haven't already.
Bumsted
Klane
Leonard
Mekler, W
Mekler, Z.

Seattle - Western Nationals - May 7-9
Boys
Bumsted
Gollin
Klane
Mekler, W
Mekler, Z.
Rasmussen, E.
Sussman, Jack

Girls
Mia
Laurel
Emma
Mara
Jenna
Sarah
Haley
Emily

Parents - Sheri Brenden, Phil Eckhert, Colleen Bjerke, Mim Klane

We have a block of non-stop Seattle plane tickets on Northwest ($333) Departure May 7, 2:30 p.m. Return May 10 1:25 a.m. (redeye) We are not yet locked into putting the deposit so Varsity, girls and parents can still get in on the trip (and we want you too.)

If you have questions or concerns, please call me 952-593-5956.

Boys Varsity Practice - Tuesday 1/19 5:15 PM at Williston

Fellas -

The varsity team has practice on Tuesday at Williston from 5:15-7 PM.

See you there.

Mikey K

Girls Work Outs (that's right it's that time..)

Hey girlies,

We are going to start team work outs again. So, it's finals this week and we don't need more stress but next Tuesday, the 26th, we will be meeting at lindbergh and Jeanine will go through our work out plans with us. So, meet there. Looove you all

Travel Plans - Varsity and Girls must repond by 1/18

Mimi Klane and Judy Saltzman sent emails to varsity and girls' team members and their parents regarding deposits for upcoming tournaments. We need an email response by Monday (1/18) to hold the plane tickets. Please respond. If you or your parents did not receive the email about the Varsity and Girls Spring Tournament schedule, please post your email address in the comments.

MLK TOURNEY PARTICIPANTS!!!!!!

The final participation fee for each player in the MLK Tourney is $80. This includes: entry fee, coaches' per diem, hotel AND gas money for the cars transporting our athletes. PLEASE... give your check, made out to "Hopkins Ultimate," to Coach Mikey when you meet to leave for the tourney. You must have your check to go on the trip.

Each driver will receive $20 per athlete transported as reimbursement for gas costs to and from Dululth. Checks will be mailed to the drivers as soon as Sheri is notified of the transportation arrangements.

****PARENTS**** Hopkins Ultimate has hotel rooms reserved for athletes and coaches attending the MLK Tourney at the Comfort Suites Canal Park in Duluth. We were able to get a rate of $99+ taxes for the night. Parents -- if you are attending the tourney and wish to stay at the same hotel, be sure to mention "Hopkins Ultimate" and you, too, will be given the $99 rate. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at 218-727-1378. The hotel is located right down by the aerial lift bridge, and the rate includes breakfast on Monday morning. ***

GO HOPKINS ULTIMATE!

Any questions, please call John Dailey at 612-508-6965.

Thanks,
John

Hello players, their wonderful families and the Hopkins community,

We wanted to thank you all for your participation in our most recent fundraiser, Davanni's. With all of your help we have successfully raised $208.37! This a fantastic addition to our fundraising goals. Thank you, again! We, really couldn't have done it without you.

Our next fundraiser is at Chillis on Monday February 1st. There will be more on this later. Mark it on your calendar.

MLK Tourney in Duluth Information

Hey Guys -

Below is the information about our tourney in Duluth this weekend. As our captain's meeting is at 3:30 PM on Sunday, let's meet at 11:45 AM at Lindbergh and we'll stop for lunch on the way (most likely Tobie's).

The total cost per player is still being calculated with hotels and everything. This information will be updated here as soon as it is finalized. Players will need to bring a check made out to "Hopkins Ultimate" to Lindbergh on Sunday before we leave. Our per player cost last year was $80.

Gas costs will be split amongst each car, so please bring some cash for that. Also bring some money for lunch Sunday afternoon, dinner on Sunday night and lunch/snacks for the way home Monday.

Depending on how we finish on Sunday, we'l either be playing early Monday morning or Monday afternoon. The blog and our new Twitter (@hopkinsultimate) will be updated with results.

Things you should bring:
WHITE (not gray) SHIRT.
BLACK (not gray) SHIRT.
A disc WITH YOUR NAME ON IT.
Athletic shorts and socks .
Indoor shoes (tennis, cross trainers, basketball, etc.) - this is a hard surface.
Anything else you'd need for playing ultimate.
Some snacks for during the games if you want. There should be some food and water provided, but don't count on a great spread.

Questions? Call me or one of your captains.

Mikey K

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Late Pool: Captain's meeting is at 3:30, Sunday afternoon

Northern Lights
Gustavus
Mankato Y
Hopkins

4:05 - 5:20: Northern Lights vs. Mankato Y ----- Gustavus vs. Hopkins

5:30 - 6:45: Northern Lights vs. Hopkins ----- Gustavus vs. Mankato Y

6:55 - 8:10: Northern Lights vs. Gustavus ----- Mankato Y vs. Hopkins


The 3 and 4 seeds from each pool will play Monday morning, and the 1 and 2 seeds from each pool will play on Monday afternoon.

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email me jacob959@d.umn.edu, or you can call me at 651-331-0860

The tournament is also on the UPA website: http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=18&id=7184. Scores will not be reported.

Duluth Update - It's a Go!

Hey Varsity Boys -

Our trip to Duluth is a go!

Here is the list of players who are attending:

1 Ethan
2 Joshy K
3 Eli
4 Bonesaw
5 Carl
6 Gollin
7 Y Mek
8 Sussman
9 Evan Fish
10 Cousins
11 Special Alumni Guest Grewe

Last year this tourney cost $80 per player, assume around that for this year too. John Dailey is working hard to line up our accomodations, and that information will be passed along as soon as possible.

Regarding gameplay, I don't know the exact schedule yet, but that will be posted as soon as I know. Regardless, we are going to drive up on Sunday 1/17 from Lindbergh to the fieldhouse, play Sunday afternoon and evening, then stay the night at a hotel in town. Play will continue Monday morning (MLK Day) and wrap up around 3:30 PM at the latest. Kids should be back to Lindbergh by around 6 or 7 PM on Monday evening, if not earlier.

This is an indoor tournament, played on a hard surface similar to our North Jr High fieldhouse. It is 5 on 5. Bring gym shoes as well as a WHITE (not gray) shirt, a BLACK shirt, and some changes of socks, etc. Our hotel should have a pool, so if you are inclined for that feel free to bring a swim suit.

If you are on this list and your status has changed, please call me ASAP to let me know.

Mike
774-4-LAYOUT
(yes, this is really my phone number)

Duluth

If you can go to Duluth next weekend then please post here!

Wow! Great turnout for Cub!

What an awesome turnout on short notice for our Cub fundraiser. We had at least 25 baggers on hand today representing all three teams. Results: $543

Thank you to all the players and parents who squeezed this into their family calendar this weekend. (Thanks to you too, Mikey, for taking a shift.) The Cub manager was amazed that we could assemble such a good group with less than 24 hours notice. We will be on his list if another cancellation occurs.

Thanks to Judy Saltzman for lining up this gig. And hats off to Emma and Haley who worked hard Friday to organize the shifts and recruit players to fill the day.

CUB FOODS BAGGING! SIGN UP HERE

WE GOT A CUB FOODS FUNDRAISING SHIFT FOR TOMORROW (SATURDAY JANUARY 9).

THERE ARE 3 SHIFTS TO CHOOSE FROM. WRITE YOUR NAME AND THE SHIFT YOU WANT. VARSITY, JV AND GIRLS ARE ALL EXPECTED TO HELP.

THIS IS WHAT PAYS FOR TOURNAMENTS! PLEASE VOLUNTEER. (the cub address is 4801 Hwy 101, Minnetonka) Wear a jersey or we will have Ultimate t-shirts on hand.

12:00-2:00

2:00-4:00

4:00-6:00

Correction to Jeanine's Address

I live at 3544 France Ave South, St. Louis Park MN 55416. (The girls get together post originally had the wrong address, but it is correct now.) Call me if you get lost 952-486-0892. My house is sort of tricky to find. It is immediately after the gas station. Everyone always goes past it the first time.

Fundraiser Night at Davanni's!

Come join us for our fundraiser at Davanni's on Highway 7 on Monday January 11th from 4-8pm! Twenty percent of all proceeds go to Hopkins Ultimate.

You must have the flyer so we get credit for your purchase. I am unable to attach it to this part of the blog. A link to the printable coupon can be found above the calandar just to the right of this post.

Please tell your friends and family and give them a handout! The more people that come, the more money we will make.

Who could say no to pizza?

See you there!

Sunday Indoor Practice - North Jr High

Our first Sunday indoor practice of the season is this Sunday, 1/10, from 6:30-8:30 PM at North Jr. High.

Plan on our main practices being Sunday nights for the majority of the winter season.

Please be there laced up and ready to go by 6:30.

This practice is for all teams, Varsity, JV, and Girls.

Please give me a call (via Google Voice - on right) if you have any questions.

Thanks,
Mikey K

Girl's get together!!!!!!

HEY GIRLS--

We are finally having a girls hangout.

It's at 12:30 at Jeanine's house on Saturday January 9th.

Jeanine's address:

3544 France Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

-Bring board games and maybe a snack

Post on the blog if you can make it!!!!

Varsity Practice - Williston - Tuesday 1/5

Varsity Boys-

Our first practice of the winter season is tomorrow night, Tuesday 1/5, at Williston. Practice starts at 5:15 and ends at 7 PM.

Mike

JV Jersey Size and Number

If you are on Boys JV team then post your jersey size and number please.
Numbers that are already taken: 0,4,6,8,11,12,14,20,23,24,28,33,41,51,75,81,84,88

MLK Tournament in Duluth, MN - Jan 17-18

The U of MN-Duluth Northern Lights Ultimate is again hosting their annual winter indoor tounament in Duluth MN.

The "college" division, in which Hurt will participate, starts on Sunday January 17 and concludes Monday January 18. The plan as of now is to leave Hopkins on Sunday morning, stay at a hotel in Duluth on Sunday night, and drive back on Monday.

Varsity boys, please comment on this post to notify coaches about your availability. We should have the space to accommodate all varsity players who are interested. Expect to leave for Duluth around 8 AM on Sunday 1/17 and return by 5 or 6 PM on Monday 1/18.

Parents, never been to an ultimate tournament? Chaperon your son's team! We are looking for about four parents to drive players in your car to and from Duluth. Parents, you would be responsible for the cost of your lodging for the one evening we are staying in Duluth, Sunday 1/17.

More information to come. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mike

Break Workouts

Monday Dec 28th and Wednesday Dec 30th: 12 pm at Lindbergh.

This is mandatory for Varsity players that are in town.

Anyone is welcome to come though.

Happy Holidays from Hurt!

Hello Everyone -

We are off for the next few weeks until school starts back up in January. Let me take this chance to wish everyone a Happy Holiday season from your coaches!

That being said, once school starts, get ready to get to work. Like we talked about yesterday, it is IMPERATIVE that you use this time over the next few weeks to improve yourself individually. Don't forget about ultimate over the next few weeks!

Happy Holidays!

Mikey K, Erin, Jeanine, Lou, Mike Born, Tom, and Eazy

All Team Practice Sunday 8-10 AM - Plymouth Dome

All team practice tomorrow morning, Sunday 12/20 from 8-10 AM at the Plymouth Dome.

Please be there ten minutes early (7:50 AM) so that we can use all of the time at the Plymouth Dome.

See you there.
Mikey K

Ignore UPA membership renewal letter

If you receive a renewal notice for your Ultimate Players Association (UPA) membership, just ignore it. Your 2010 membership has been paid with club registration fees and you will receive a membership packet in a few weeks.

Boys Varsity Practice Tuesday, 12/15

Fellas -

We have Williston tomorrow from 5:30-7 PM. Please be there at 5:15 so you have some time to get ready.

Thanks,
Coach Mike

Boys Workouts

Every MONDAY and WEDNESDAY, there will be workouts after school at 3 in the Lindbergh Center. Everyone is welcome to and should come get faster and stronger but it is mandatory for Varsity.

Hopkins Varsity Ultimate

Hopkins Varsity Boys,

We are starting to get into the full swing of the winter season and the number of people at practices and workouts is bad. Being on Varsity is a big responsibility and it means that you can't just miss practice because you feel like it. So for now on, I will be keeping track of attendance. If you miss practice and you don't notify a captain or if it's a bad excuse, you will be running a certain amount of killers at the start of practice. I know a lot of you have other sports, so this is not focused towards you guys. Get it together boys.

GIRLS READ THIS

Please update the google doc about what dates work for you for a potential girl's get together or add a date that works better:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0ApwdGOHGDYqfdFZOeWc4ajMxSXBGd0ZGQXVTMmR0VEE&hl=en

Also just to clarify... WE ARE GOING TO ST. OLAF THIS SATURDAY.
-Meet at lindbergh at 8:15
-Bring the waiver!
-Bring tennis shoes

*Write your name under this post if you are going to St. Olaf so we know who needs a ride

*UPDATED* Upcoming Practices and Hurt Events

Hi Guys -

As you may notice on the right hand menu, our winter practice space is coming together.

Here's a quick update on the next week ahead:

The Girls and Varsity teams have a practice on Sunday 12/6 from 8-10 AM at the Plymouth dome. We only have half a field on this day, so we don't have enough room for all three teams this time. There will be more space available throughout the winter and everyone *should* get some time to use this facility.

The JV team has practice on Tuesday 12/8 from 5:15-7 PM at Williston Center. We don't officially get the court until 5:30, but be there early so you have some time to change your shoes, etc. Please bring indoor shoes as this is a synthetic basketball court floor. Bring a WHITE shirt, a DARK shirt, YOUR OWN WATER, and a disc as well.

The Girls and Varsity teams have been invited to St. Olaf in Northfield, MN, on Saturday 12/12 for an indoor scrimmage. The Girls are going from 10 AM - 12 PM, and the Boys Varsity from 12-2 PM.

• Girls, please meet at Lindberg at 8:15 AM to carpool.
• Boys, please meet at Lindbergh at 10:15 AM to carpool.

All players who are attending this scrimmage need to bring the signed waiver found here. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian must sign this as well.

Both of these trips, though indoor, are weather permitting (i.e., we're not driving through a blizzard). Thanks to Hurt Alum Andrew 'RZR' Kelley for inviting us!

Again, in this flu season, sharing water is IRRESPONSIBLE. Do not share water and get your teammates sick! Bring your own bottle or use the water fountain at Williston.

Welcome to the Hurt Family, Evie!

Evelyn Rae Vetter Raisanen was born into the Hopkins Hurt family on Saturday, November 21, 2009. "Evie" is the first daughter of our former coach, Jake, and his wife Christina. Both Mom and Baby are healthy, though as you can see above, Dad is tired already!

Congrats Jake and Christina!!!

Varsity Practice - Tues 12/1 - Williston

Hello Kiddos -

I hope you all ate too much turkey and other things over the weekend, and got to spend some quality time with those close to you!

Hurt is back to work, tomorrow night (Tuesday 12/1), the Varsity Boys' team has practice from 5:15-7 PM at the Williston Center. You can find out where the Williston Center is by checking the Hopkins Ultimate map.

We get the courts at 5:30, but please be there at 5:15 so you have some time to get your shoes on, warm up on the sidelines (NOT ON THE COURT), etc.

For those who have never been, the Williston space is a hardwood gym floor. Please wear appropriate footwear, but don't wear the same shoes on the court that you wore outside if you can help it. Continue to bring everything else needed for a practice, including a WHITE shirt, a DARK shirt, a DISC, and YOUR OWN WATER.

IN THIS FLU SEASON, SHARING/STEALING FROM YOUR TEAMMATES' WATER BOTTLE(s) IS UNACCEPTABLE AND IRRESPONSIBLE. Don't get your brothers sick, bring your own water!

Please call me if you are unable to make it or if you have any questions.

Mikey K
630-803-7350

Workout with Colin "Tater" Camp

Hurt’ems:

For those of you that don’t know me, my name is Colin Camp. I was on the team the last three years and I am now a freshman at Madison.

I’ll be home this weekend for break and since I plan on working out, I’d like to extend an invitation to any of you (jv, girls, varsity) to come join me for a college-level type workout. It will be good opportunity to learn some of the hard work that it takes to become a great ultimate player and a national level team.

If you’re interested I’ll be at Lindbergh Center on Wednesday at 3 pm and would love to meet some new faces and see some I already know.

If you plan on attending or are even considering it, write in the comments so I have an idea of the number of people who will be there.

Happy Holidays,

Colin Camp

p.s. Hope to see some alumni there as well!

Pampered Chef goodies have arrived!!!

Anyone who placed orders with Barb for Pampered Chef items can pick them up. Barb says people will be at home most of Saturday. You can call her at 763-545-9976.

Address: 1516 Gettysburg Ave. N., Golden Valley, MN 55427

Change of Plans: Frisbee at Nokomis!!!!!

On Saturday from 11:30 am until 2:00 pm, there will be free ultimate pick-up at Lake Nokomis. There will be people from different teams around the state and its one of the last times we can play until winter comes around so come out!

Thanks to all who suppported Pampered Chef Fundraiser

The preliminary sales tabulations are in and Hopkins Ultimate will earn more than $400 from our first fundraiser of the year!

Top selling honors go to Margo Levitt and family. They will receive a gift bag of Pampered Chef goodies for their efforts.

Orders submitted by the following people put them in the $100+ club and they will receive a Pampered Chef item for their work:
Erin Mirocha
Emma Peaslee
Brett & Matt Rosenstein
Mike Rubble
Val Schoonover
Dylan Younger

The orders placed with Barb will arrive Thanksgiving week. We will post on the blog when they arrive. She will also contact you by phone or email so you can arrange to pick up your merchandise.

A huge thanks to Barb and Val Schoonover for their work in organizing and hosting this Pampered Chef event!!!!!!!

Last day for Pampered Chef orders

Today, Nov. 14, is the deadline for Pampered Chef orders to benefit the Hopkins Ultimate Club. Place your credit or debit card orders by calling Barb Schoonover at 763-545-9976 by 6 p.m. today!

Details about this great fundraiser are here. Our sales are already over $1,000!

Captains Practice

Date: Saturday November 14th
When: 12 pm- 2 pm
Where: Lions Park
Who: Boys Varsity

Be there or be square.

Down Time

Hey Hurtems -

As you may have noticed, things have slowed down (officially) over the past week as we transition from outdoor space to our indoor season and approach the holidays. Official practice time and space is coming shortly, but now is a great time to work on your own and improve yourself individually.

Get in the gym, continue (or start) working out on your quickness and strength. Or don't get in the gym - get outside to your backyard or a park and throw by yourself or with a friend!

If you are confused or uncertain about what you can do to make yourself better, talk to your captains and coaches.

This is the time to get better, it will pay off in the spring!!

Captains Practice

Date: Thursday November 5th
Where: Lions Park
When: 3:30- 5 (or dark)
Who: Varsity Boys

Hopkins Ultimate Exec. Committee Nov. 11

Parents, players and coaches are invited to help plan the remainder of the club's season. Hopkins Executive Committee will meet 7 p.m., Wed., Nov. 11 at 2317 Archers Lane, Minnetonka. Your support and participation are welcome.

*Mikey K Update* Captains, you are part of the Exec Committee. Your attendance is mandatory. Make your voice heard and continue the Hurt tradition of a student-run organization! Other players are welcome to attend, but not required.

Agenda items include:
Spring tournaments and travel
Fundraisers
Jerseys and deadlines

2009-2010 Boys Varsity Team

Thank you all for trying out throughout the fall and playing extremely hard. There are many people that have worked hard enough to be on varsity but unfortunately, there are cuts that have to be made. The 2009-10 Hurt Varsity roster is:

Captain Josh Klane
Captain Eli Leonard

Captain Ethan Rasmussen

Onstar Aanestad

Nihal Bhakta

Boomstad Bumsted

Greg Cousins

Bonesaw Hoffman

Jason Finkelstein

Evan Fisher

Danny Gollin

TK

Y Mekler
Z Mekler

Daniel Raskin

Mike Rumble

Schlomo Segal

SUSS

Congrats to all that have been selected. As we talked about on Wednesday night, this roster is fluid in both directions. If you are not named above but work your butt off through the winter and show us that you belong, there are opportunities to move up.

What happens next...

A few things you should keep in mind as we wait for snow and indoor gym space:

1. Please continue to check the blog. This is especially important for fundraising opportunities and team workouts.

2. There is no reason why your winter workouts can't start today. If you want to know what you can do to get better before spring practices start, talk to a captain or a coach.

3. If you're injured, please take the time to heal completely.

4. Hang out with your teammates. Get to know them and understand their timing etc. This non-ultimate time will translate to on the field communication and teamwork. Promise.

Coming soon to the blog: important winter fundraising plans.

Thank you,

Coaches

UPA Club Championships Currently Happening in Sarasota - Go Jeanine!

Hey Hurt -

Coach Jeanine and her women's team, Pop, are currently competing at the UPA Club Championships in Sarasota, FL. The tourney's webpage is here: http://club2009.upa.org/

Here is the Women's Score Reporter:
http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=124&id=6121

Also, Twin Cities Masters' team Surly is attempting to defend their 2008 title! The Masters' score reporter is here:
http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=124&id=6119

The Open Division Score Reporter is here:
http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=124&id=6120

The Mixed Division Score Reporter is here:
http://www.upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=124&id=6122

Best of luck to all players and teams!

Varsity Practice Sunday Night - Be There!!!

Hi Varsity Team -

On Sunday night, we have been invited by the U of M Grey Duck team to come and practice with them. Location is classified (it's on the Minneapolis campus), but let me just say that "Ultimate is back on Campus!"

Here's what you need to know...

Practice goes from 7:30-10 PM. We will be meeting at Lindbergh at 6:45 PM Sunday night, and will be back at Lindbergh by 10:30 PM. Those who can drive, please plan on driving. Bring some change for parking meters, as we will be parking on the streets. If I remember correctly, the meters only accept quarters.

Bring a white (not gray) shirt, a dark (not gray) shirt, your OWN water bottle, cleats, and dress for the weather.

This is an opportunity not to be missed, so plan your weekend accordingly (homework, etc.) so that you can make this practice. There are six distinguished Hurt alums on this team (Michael Arenson, Peter Schmitt, Greg Arenson, Mike Tradewell, Tom Rosengren, Simon Gottlieb), so it will be a great chance to see some familiar faces and learn from a team that qualified for the 2009 UPA College National Championships!

Please leave a comment if you are available to go, and if so, if you can drive.

Thanks,
Mikey K
630-803-7350

Pampered Chef Fundraiser!

Do your part to stir up some funds for all the

Hopkins Ultimate teams!

We hold various fundraisers throughout the year in order to help reduce the expenses of tournaments and travel. Hopkins Ultimate will receive 25% off all the sales generated from this fundraiser! (15/% from the Pampered Chef, 10% donated by the consultant).

Your participation is important, so here’s what you can do:

1. Place an order. Catalogs and order forms can be picked up from Val Schoonover, or you or out-of-town family and friends can place orders (that benefit our club!) online. Online orders are delivered directly to the customer.

2. Plan on coming to the Pampered Chef Show at Val Schoonover’s house on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5^th at 7:00pm! Don’t forget to invite your moms and dads!

There will be interactive demonstrations, and great food to sample!

Send your email address to pcbarbs@comcast.net, so that she can send you an email invitation and a link to the on-line catalog to place an order.

***There will be PRIZES awarded to team members who collect orders of $100 or more, and a GRAND PRIZE to the Hurt/Hert member who has the most sales! All orders are to be turned in by Saturday, November 14th. The orders will be received in time for Thanksgiving!

--Huge thanks to Barb Schoonover for her work and contribution in organizing this fundraiser.

Fall League game on Sunday

We have a fall league game at 12 on Sunday. Be there at 11:40 to warmup. Please go!

Girl's Practices

Girls,

We only have 1 or 2 more outdoor practices for the fall! It would be really nice to have enough girls to scrimmage because we'll be splitting off from the boys for our own practices. If you can't make it PLEASE let one of the captains or coaches know as soon as you know you won't be able to come. As soon as the schedule is up, feel free to post if you are coming or not here.

Please either fill in your availability in the Google doc or post. Your responses determine when we'll be having practice this week.

http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0ApwdGOHGDYqfdFZOeWc4ajMxSXBGd0ZGQXVTMmR0VEE&hl=en

Winnipeg Lost & Found

Here is the bus inventory. If an item is yours,send me an email (slbrenden@comcast.net) and we'll try to get it to a practice or you can pick it up at my house.

Black winter jacket (ZeroPosur)
Black stocking cap
Book: The Memory Keeper's Daughter
Pair black mittens
Hold back the snow t-shirt

SATURDAY VARSITY PRACTICE: MANDATORY

On Saturday October 24th, there will be an ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY Practice at LIONS PARK at 12:00-2:30 for the following players:

Josh Klane

Eli Leonard

Ethan Rassmussen

Carl Onstar Aanestad.

Nihal B.

Bumsted

Jake Bonesaw Hoffman

Evan Fisher.

Daniel Raskin

Mike Rumble

Jack Chopped Sussman

Sam Segal

Both of the Meck-anics

Jason Finkelstein

Greg Toushe Cousins

Tom Kach.

Danny Golem Gollin

Jeremy Steinman

Drew Locketz

Aaron Blaz(s)er

Benji Menjy

Rosenstein 1

Rosenstein 2

Dylan Younger

Zach Berman

Jordan Taylor

Congratulations to all of you for making the first cut of varsity tryouts!

Now it is time to see what it takes to make the true varsity roster.

Make sure you are all at this practice because it is the most important one you will have so far.

It will be the one determining the future of Hopkins Hurt Varsity.

Make sure you have your priorities straight this weekend, but if you legitimately can't make it, then post it. Also post if you are able to make it.

If you have any questions about your status on the team, please call a coach or captain.

Wednesday Practice

All kids who want to try out for varsity MUST be at practice on Wednesday. If you can not make it, call the coaches and captains. This is a very important practice for deciding the rosters.

HBTS recap

Congratulations to both Hopkins teams who attended Hold Back the Snow!!

Hopkins Black stressed everyone out with 3 consecutive wins on universe point on Sunday to take the Championship. It's about the memories and the snuggy.

Hopkins Silver broke seed, finishing 11th of 21 teams. From what I saw, there were some highlight reel plays and steady improvement over the course of the weekend. Great work!

Rest up, stretch, and rehydrate. We'll see you at practice.
Erin

PS. If anyone found an Ipod touch on the bus, please contact Benji.

Winnipeg is cold!

Scratch the 50 degrees -- not even close. It was windy too. Kids held up well and played well too.

Black team went 4-0. Silver finished the day 2-2.

Finished dinner at the barbeque and will relax by the pool or in the hotel rooms for the remainder of the evening.

Arrived safe in Winnipeg

All 36 players arrived in Winnipeg without incident although we nearly had to call Coach Lou's parents for permission to take him to Canada. Our border crossing was record fast.

Both teams will have breakfast and head to the park for four games and a barbeque today. Temp may get as high as 50 degrees.

Here is the web site of the event so you can see the schedule etc.
http://portal.sjr.mb.ca/ultimate/hbts.htm

Winnipeg travel info

For those heading to Winnipeg, it's time to pack those bags.

But first, thanks to the 10 parents who are chaperoning the trip: Diane Arenson, Sheri Brenden, Steve Bumsted, John Dailey, Jennifer Kreiman, Jon Kachelmacher (driving),Ken Raskin, Wendi and Rick Rosenstein, and Judy Saltzman. We couldn't do the trip without their support. The players will be in good hands.

Trip info: Travel arrangement details and permission forms are available here.

Parking: Adath Jeshurun Synagogue will allow cars to be parked in the southeast corner (farthest away from the building) of the parking lot If you choose to leave your car there over the weekend, Adath is not responsible for any damage or theft that happens to your car. You park your car there at your own risk.

Bus boarding and loading: Fri., 11:45 a.m.-12:30 at Adath Jeshurun lot. Passports and birth certificates must be in-hand in order to board the bus.

The following is a packing list from "H" -- a HErt coach who went to Winnipeg last year.

• Cleats (and a back-up pair if you have them)
• Hopkins light jersey and black jersey (for new players, any black or white shirt is fine, non-cotton, synthetic material is best)
• Shorts

Appropriate clothing for weather:

• Rain jacket and warm jacket and/or vest, something that will stop the wind
• Long underwear/performance layer for top and bottom (bring layers, no cotton)
• Hats: stocking for warmth and one to block sun
• Mittens or gloves
• Socks, bring extra – wool and/or synthetic, or anything but cotton is best! Cotton socks slip when wet, and create friction, which can give you blisters. They don't dry, hence leaving you with cold, uncomfortable feet. They will be more expensive but are worth the investment. Any sports/outdoors store should have these.
• Disc, if you have one (with your name on the back)
• UPA Rules Book (coaches will bring some for new players to read)
• Reusable water bottle(s)! Hopkins urges all players to have reusable bottles at practices and tournaments. Please be responsible citizens!
• Appropriate foodstuffs for fuel (think carbs and protein - some snacks provided, but best to provide your own)
• Extra shoelaces!!!
• 1st aid items (personal inhaler, moleskin for blisters, pre-wrap if you use it often, Icyhot) Sunblock! You have a greater chance of burning on cloudy days.
• Cash to buy merchandise and food ($50-60 recommended for meals)

Practices This Week

Hi Everyone -

We have a busy week in preparation for Hold Back the Snow.

Monday night is a varsity/girls practice/scrimmage at Burnes. 5 PM-7 PM

Tuesday we'll have a JV/beginner practice at Burnes. 5 PM-7 PM

Wednesday night, we have practice at Maetzold park in downtown Hopkins, under the lights. Practice is from 6-8:30 PM. Varsity will be staying until 9 for some extra work. If you are going to HBTS, it is important that you attend this practice. Wednesday is a day that we've not had before, so we understand there may be conflicts, but please make every effort possible to attend.
Thursday night, we're still working out the schedule. Stay tuned.

Friday we leave for Winnipeg!!!

If you have questions about where you stand in regards to Varsity or JV, please feel free to ask your captains or coaches.

Mikey K
630-803-7350

FALL LEAGUE 10/11

Our game is at 12:00 versus AU Gold. Try to be there around 11:45 and of course, wear black. 

Central Regionals This Weekend - Follow Online!

The UPA Central Regional tournament takes place this weekend in South Bend, IN. There are many teams from Minnesota playing this weekend for a shot at UPA Nationals in Sarasota, FL!

In the women's bracket, Jeanine's team, Pop, is seeded second. In the Mixed bracket, a Minnesota team called Drag'n Thrust includes coaches Lou, Erin, and Tom! The open bracket has many teams with Hurt alumni, including Madison Club, Sub Zero, Prairie Fire and PBR. And the in Masters' bracket, Surly, a Minnesota team, is looking to repeat their National Championship run of 2008.

You can follow all the action through the UPA Score Reporting tool, right here:

Central Regionals Women's Bracket: http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=36&id=6102
Central Regionals Mixed Bracket: http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=68&id=6095
Central Regionals Open Bracket: http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=20&id=6089
Central Regionals Masters' Bracket: http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=12&id=6108

Do well this weekend everyone!

Hold Back the Snow Rosters

Hurt Black ( '*' denotes captain)
*Haley Arenson
*Jenna Dailey
Laurel Oswald
*Emma Peaslee
Mara Saltzman
Abby Werner
Carl Aanestad
Nihal Bhakta
Sam Bumsted
Evan Fischer
Jake Hoffman
*Josh Klane
*Eli Leonard
Daniel Raskin
*Ethan Rasmussen
Mike Ruble
Sam Segal
Jack Sussman

Hurt Silver ('*' denotes captain)
Mia Bronstein
Maddie Hudek
Margo Levitt
Bailey Taylor
*Val Schoonover
Aaron Blaser
Danny Gollin
Tom Kachelmacher
Drew Locketz
*Wyatt Mekler
*Zach Mekler
Benji Mosow
Sam Parker
Joel Ratner
Brett Rosenstein
Matt Rosenstein
Jeremy Steinman
Dylan Younger

Get ready for a great practice tomorrow at Burnes Park, 5:00 PM - dark.

Thanks,
Mike
630-803-7350

Tuesday practice CANCELED for all teams!

Due to constant rain and unplayable fields, Hurt will not practice today 10/6/09.

Get caught up: ice injuries, visualize, have a disc in hand etc.

Please check the blog for details relating to practice on Thursday, HBTS and Fundraising!

Thanks,
Erin

PLEASE REVIEW - Winnipeg - Hold Back the Snow - Player Availability

The following players, either through availability sheets at registration or blog posts, have expressed interest in making the trip to Winnipeg for Hold Back the Snow. Hold Back the Snow is MEA weekend. We depart Friday 10/16 in the morning and return early Monday morning.

Here's the list...


Girls (12):
Haley Arenson
Mia Bronstein
Jenna Dailey
Maddie Hudek
Margo Levitt
Alex Mastbaum
Laurel Oswald
Emma Peaslee
Mara Saltzman
Val Schoonover
Bailey Taylor
Abby Werner

Uncertain/Likely?: Emily Peterson

Boys (24):
Carl Aanestad
Zach Berman
Nihal Bhakta
Sam Bumsted
Aaron Blaser
Jason Finkelstein
Evan Fischer
Danny Gollin
Jake Hoffman
Tom Kachelmacher
Josh Klane
Eli Leonard
Drew Locketz
Wyatt Mekler
Zach Mekler
Asher Mintzer
Benji Mosow
Sam Parker
Daniel Raskin
Joel Ratner
Ethan Rasmussen
Brett Rosenstein
Matt Rosenstein
Sam Segal
Jeremy Steinman
Jack Sussman
Dylan Younger

Uncertain:
Greg Cousins
Mike Ruble
All others...

The above list includes the responses that we have received so far. If you are on this list and should not be, please post a comment. If you are not on these lists and you would like to be considered for an invitation to HBTS, please post a comment. Again, this is not the final list of who will be attending and who will not be, but just a list of who has let the club know they are available to be considered for an invite.

Unfortunately we have limited space on the bus and on our two teams, so not everyone who wants to go will necesasrily be able to.

PLEASE POST WITH YOUR INTEREST OR STATUS CHANGES BY 12 NOON TUESDAY 10/6. WE WILL BE PICKING TEAMS AFTER THAT TIME.

Thanks,
Mike
mike.kinsella@gmail.com
630-803-7350

Monday Practice

If you're planning on going to HBTS, please make it a priority to come to Monday practice. We will be going over the offense.

Exit 69 finished well for both the men and the women.

Men finished 10th (breaking seed by 6).

Women finished 3rd (breaking seed by 7).

Coaches also had an exciting weekend, details to be shared at practice this week.

Congratulations on a great weekend!

Erin

Girls Exit 69 Sunday games

Ladies,

We start at 10:45 again. Meet at Lindbergh at 8:45 am. I'd like to get a drill in before we start. Remember to bring a black shirt, a white shirt, and any food you need to eat throughout the day.

Thanks,

Erin

P.S. Good luck at the marathon Mike!

Sunday - Boys Exit 69

Fellas -

First game tomorrow is at 9 AM. Please meet at Lindbergh at 7 AM.

Thanks,
Mike

Exit 69 - Boys Team

Based on blog responses, the following players will be attending Exit 69 this weekend with Hurt:

Captains:
Josh Klane
Eli Leonard

Carl Aanestad
Zach Berman
Nihal Bhakta
Aaron Blaser
Sam Bumsted
Greg Cousins
Jason Finkelstein
Drew Locketz
Zach Mekler
Daniel Raskin
Ethan Rasmussen
Brett Rosenstein
Matt Rosenstein
Mike Ruble
Sam Segal
Jack Sussman
Dylan Younger

Saturday Only:
Wyatt Mekler

Sunday Only:
Evan Fischer
Jake Hoffman

Boys, please be at the back Lindbergh parking lot at 7:00 AM with $20 (cash or check to "Hopkins Ultimate"). Your captains will be collecting $$ before we leave. Please review former posts for what to bring, and dress for the weather. Our last game ends at 5, so we should be back at Lindbergh no later than 6:30, unless your car decides to stop for food, etc.

Tom and I will meet you guys at the fields for the captains' meeting at 8:15 AM.

Mikey K

Exit 69 Schedule

The boys' schedule for Exit 69 is posted here:

http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=127&id=6902

You may need to scroll over to find Hopkins. The boys are team F1, with games at 9, 10:15, 11:30, 12:45, and 3:30. Last game ends at 5 PM.

The girls' schedule for Exit 69 is posted here:

http://upa.org/scores/tourn.cgi?div=39&id=6905

The girls have a first round bye, and have games at 10:45, 12:30, 2:15, and 4:00 PM. Last game ends at 5:30 PM.

Each team's Sunday schedule may depend upon Saturday results. More to come.

Mikey K
630-803-7350
mike.kinsella@gmail.com

UPA Innovation Grants

Hurt Players, Parents, Family, and Friends -

The UPA has opened up the window for applications for their Ultimate Innovation grants, as detailed here:

http://upa.org/grants

If you have an idea relating to the growth of Ultimate that you would like to turn into a funded project, please consider submitting an application. I would be happy to assist with or review any applications.

Mikey K

Girlies for Exit 69

Girls,

We are all very excited for this weekend and I am excited to play with all us girls, but we must get some things cleared up so we have no problems or confusion the day of. First, we are expecting all of you to meet at Lindbergh at 9:00 on saturday and 7:00 sunday. This means that if your name is on the list below we will wait for you at Lindbergh until we know for sure you have a ride. So, if you are driving up separately or at a later time please post on the blog and keep your phones on so we can contact you!
Second, we need female drivers and or parents. Our games may end at a different time than the boys so it would be convenient if we all drove up and back together. If you can drive please post that on the blog too. For all you non drivers, you need to bring 3 dollars each day for gas money for whomever is driving you.
Third, bring 20 dollars for the tournament fee.
Lastly, these are the people that we are expecting to come to the tournament and meet us at Lindbergh if you have any changes ( want to come, aren't meeting us at lindbergh, can't come, etc.) please post them.

Saturday: Jenna, Emma, Haley, Laurel, Val, Mia, Maddie, Erynn, Mara, Bailey, Erin
sunday: Jenna, Emma, Haley, Laurel, Val, Mia, Maddie, Erynn, Mara, Bailey, Emily, Abby, Erin

Thanks gals
Haley Arenson (if you have any questions you can contact me)

p.s. you can/should bring some snacks

Practice Canceled Tonight FOR ALL TEAMS!

Practices for all Hurt teams have been canceled tonight, 10/1/09 due to constant rain throughout the afternoon and unplayable fields.

Please check the blog for info about Exit 69 and practices next week.

Mikey K

Exit 69 - This Weekend!!

Hello Teams -

The boys and girls teams will be playing in "Exit 69," a tournament hosted by St. Olaf College this weekend in Northfield, MN. Games are played both Saturday 10/3 and Sunday 10/4.

Players will be meeting at 7:00 AM both Saturday and Sunday at the Lindbergh parking lot and carpooling to Northfield. Parents are welcome to attend!

[[UPDATE]] Boys, this is a varsity level tournament and we will be bringing a limited number of players. We'll choose the roster based on seniority and experience. If you are interested in attending this tournament, please post in the comment section or talk to your captains at school. We'll post a final roster later this week. Girls have been commenting in another post about their availability.

Things to bring to this tournament:
- a WHITE (not gray) shirt
- a BLACK (or dark) shirt
- athletic shorts and socks
- cleats
- a disc, if you have one
- a water bottle (or two)
- sunblock and a hat
- rain and cold gear (who knows what the weather will be like?)

Northfield is less than an hour away, right off Exit 69 (hence the tourney name!) on I-35 south of the Cities. Upperclassmen, please post in the comments if you are able to drive. Also, parents, if you plan to attend the whole day and would be willing to drive some players, please also post in the comments. Gas costs will be the individual responsibility of each car and split amongst those in the car.

The per player cost for this tournament (covering the tourney entry fee and coaching stipends/costs) is $20 per player. Please bring this to practice on Thursday, or with you on Saturday morning. Checks can be made out to "Hopkins Ultimate." Please pay before we leave on Saturday or you will not be able to attend. Questions or concerns please contact Sheri at slbrenden@comcast.net. Some food and water will be provided by the tournament, but please bring some snacks of your own or money to buy food if you so choose.

The captains' meeting is at 8:15 at the following location in Northfield:
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=510+East+Jefferson+Parkway,Northfield,MN+55057&ie=UTF8&ll=44.441992,-93.164116&spn=0.003631,0.007027&t=h&z=17&iwloc=A

Coaches will meet the players at the captains' meeting in Northfield.

Expect games to start at 9 AM and play to complete around 5 or 6 PM on both days. I have not been given an exact schedule yet, but I will post that as soon as I receive it.

We are NOT staying in Northfield, but will be returning to Lindbergh on Saturday night.

Fellas, please be advised that this tournament is being considered a varsity tryout tournament by the coaches, and we will be playing against college and adult competition.

Questions? Please ask your coaches at practice or give me a call/email.

Coach Mike
mike.kinsella@gmail.com
630-803-7350

Registration due by Oct. 1

If you wish to practice or compete with Hopkins Ultimate, you must submit your registration forms and fee by Oct. 1. You will not be included in future tournament play without signing and completing the four forms listed on our web site (see right side).

The club will work with families who have financial constraints to help make participation possible. Parents should contact me at slbrenden@comcast.net

Second Post!

Girl's Availability for Tournaments

Ladies

I need you to respond in the comments and tell me which tournaments you can come to.

Cold Front Cool Down, Maple Plain MN
Saturday September 26th, Leaving Lindbergh at 7:15am

Exit 69, Northfield MN
October 3rd-4th

Hold Back the Snow, Winnipeg
October 16th-18th

Please let me know which tournaments you're coming to. Everyone is welcome.

We need to know if you are available. If there are no responses, we will not go! Please let me know if you can be there.

Cold Front Cooldown Rosters and Info

Captains’ Meeting for the Cold Front Cooldown is at 8:10 AM on Saturday. That means if you need a ride, you must show up at the back parking lot of Lindbergh at 7:15, and players will be leaving at 7:30. If you are driving separately, please be there at the fields by 8:10 AM. Coach Mike will be meeting players at the fields. Upperclassmen, please show up ready to drive.

People who have said they can drive so far are: Jenna, Haley, Eli, Ethan, Josh Klane, Rick or Wendi Rosenstein, Daniel Raskin. Upperclassmen who can drive, please make sure that all the younger players have rides before you leave Lindbergh. Captains are in charge Saturday morning.

The UPA Northwest Plains Open and Mixed sectional tournament is being held at the same location. Sectional fields are on the north end of the polo complex; the high school fields will be at the south end of the complex. There will be a separate tent and food for the high school tourney and the adult tourney; please make sure you are not taking the adults' food!

Dress for the weather! It could rain, it could be cold, it could be hot and sunny... be prepared! We play through rain, but obviously not thunder/lightning.

All players, please bring:
- a white (not gray!) shirt
- a black (or dark) shirt
- athletic shorts, cleats, and an extra pair of socks if you want to change
- sunscreen
- a hat if you want
- a water bottle
- a large plastic garbage bag (to put your stuff in if it starts raining)
- snacks for yourself if you want something besides bagels, bananas, and food for sale at the tourney
- a disc (if you have one) with your name on the back!
- YOUR WAIVER. You cannot play without a waiver signed by your parent/guardian (under 18) or yourself (over 18).
The two teams are as follows:

Hopkins 1 (captains in bold) – 17 players:
Josh Klane
Eli Leonard
Jenna Dailey
Haley Arenson
Carl Aanestad
Nihal Bhakta
Sam Bumsted
Greg Cousins
Jason Finkelstein
Evan Fischer
Jake Hoffman
Zach Mekler
Daniel Raskin
Ethan Rasmussen
Michael Ruble
Sam Segal
Jack Sussman

Hopkins 2 (captains in bold) – 20 players:
Coach Mike Born
Val Schoonover
Wyatt Mekler
Zach Berman
Aaron Blaser
Danny Gollin
Maddie Hudek
Margo Levitt
Drew Locketz
Chris Lovagnini
Josh Margolis
Benji Mosow
Aaron Raskin
Joel Ratner
Brett Rosenstein
Matt Rosenstein
Jeremy Steinman
Adam Tarshish
Bailey Taylor
Jordan Taylor
Trey Taylor

Games should go until 5:30 or so. Other coaches besides Mike Born will be at the fields but playing at Sectionals, so they should be able to stop by and check in but not be there all the time.
Please let me or your captains know if you have any questions.

Thanks,
Mikey K
630-803-7350

Girl's Availability for Tournaments

Ladies

I need you to respond in the comments and tell me which tournaments you can come to.

Cold Front Cool Down, Maple Plain MN
Saturday September 26th, Leaving Lindbergh at 7:15am

Exit 69, Northfield MN
October 3rd-4th

Hold Back the Snow, Winnipeg
October 16th-18th

Please let me know which tournaments you're coming to. Everyone is welcome.

Girls Practice This Thursday

We are having a Girls only practice this Thursday.

6pm until dusk at the Lindhberg center fields, but at Field 9. It's over behind the statium near Tanglen. Park in the Tanglen Elementary parking lot.

This a great oppertunity for recruiting!!! Please bring some new girls to practice with you.

Cold Front Cooldown Waiver Needed for ALL PLAYERS

Hey Team -

All players who are going to play at the Cold Front Cooldown need to print out, sign, and return this waiver.

Players over 18 need to sign and return this waiver.

Players under 18 need to review the waiver with their parent or guardian and have them sign and return this waiver.

All players must turn this waiver in by Saturday morning, or else they will be unable to participate in the Cold Front Cooldown.

Thanks,
Mike

9/20 FALL LEAGUE GAME

Hey guys,

Our game this week is at 1:45 at Lake Nokomis, be there at 1:15. We're playing South Squall, this is another high school team, so it should be a good match up. 

REMEMBER WEAR BLACK AND BRING YOUR WAIVER IF YOU HAVEN'T!

Cold Front Cooldown - Next Saturday 9/26

Hey Team -

Next Saturday we will have two mixed (boys and girls combined) teams competing in the "Cold Front Cooldown." This is a one day tournament, hosted by Eden Prairie Cold Front Ultimate, on Saturday 9/26. As this is a local and one-day tourney, there is no additional per player cost for this tournament. The club has covered the tournament fee.

This tournament is being held at the Twin City Polo Club in Independence, MN, just west of Maple Plain. All players are invited to attend. Players must have their Hurt registrations materials submitted to participate.

As this is the same weekend as the UPA Northwest Plains Sectional qualifier (a tournament for adult Ultimate players), most if not all of the coaches will be playing at this tournament. Fortunately, this tournament also is located at the Twin City Polo Club on Saturday and Sunday. This means that coaches Mikey K, Erin, Lou, and Tom will all be out at the fields, but for the mot part unable to coach. Captains will lead the teams, but we will need parent chaperons to supervise throughout the day. Parents, if you can attend for all or part of the day on Saturday, please post a comment on the blog also.

The following is a map of Hopkins Ultimate sites. Included on there is the location of the polo fields.
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=112976841523924219467.00045e03e59e361d1fd7a&t=h&z=11


There will most likely be fruit, bagels, and water provided by the tournament, but players are encouraged to bring refillable water bottles and snacks for themselves. Players will be responsible for all of their own food in addition to what is provided by the tourney, so please be prepared.

Expect the first game to start around 9 am, and play to go until 4:30 or 5. Players will meet at Lindbergh to carpool if necessary, most likely meeting 1 hr, 45 min to 90 minutes before the first game. Carpooling details will be posted by captains by midweek.

Players, please respond in the comment section if you are able to attend.

Hopkins Ultimate Parent Shirts

Parents have until Sept. 30 to order this special edition Hopkins Ultimate t-shirt. If you would like one, add your name and size in the comments. You can pay $15 via Paypal at the right or send a check payable to Hopkins Ultimate to 2317 Archers Lane, Minnetonka, MN 55305

Registration Meeting Reminder, and Congrats!

A reminder to all players, new and returning... the Hurt Registration meeting is Monday 9/14. Details are on the right.

Also, congrats to Coach Lou!
http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/stories/2009/09/07/daily31.html

FALL LEAGUE GAME: SEPTEMBER 13

Sunday's game is at 12:00 at Lake Nokomis (Cedar Ave S & E 50th StMinneapolis, MN 55417)

Be there at 11:30.

Bring Cleats, a BLACK SHIRT/JERSEY, and a waiver (http://sites.google.com/site/hopkinsultimateclub/fall-league)!!! 

Juniors and seniors will get priority in playing time, but everybody can and should come.

Please post under the comment section if you are planning on coming this Sunday just so we know who to expect. 

Official Practices Start Tuesday 9/8

Hello Players!

All team practice begins the Tuesday after Labor Day.

Date: Tuesday 9/8.

Time: 5-7:30 PM

Where: Burnes Park (downtown Hopkins; see Google Map on right menu for exact location)

BRING a DARK shirt, WHITE (NOT GRAY) shirt, your own water, cleats (if you have them - football or soccer are the most popular), a disc (if you have one), and a GREAT ATTITUDE! GO HURT!!

Hope to see you all there! Parents or players, please email me with any questions or concerns.

Mike
Head Coach
mike.kinsella@gmail.com

Any Interest in Fall League?

Hey guys,

We are playing in a co-ed Fall League this year. It will start Sunday, September 13 at Lake Nokomis, and run through November 12 (and it's always on Sunday). You aren't expected and probably won't be able to play every game. Game times run anywhere from noon to 5pm. Anyone interested should post in the comment section with their FIRST AND LAST NAME AND EMAIL ADDRESS. Varsity and upperclassmen are first priority, but please post regardless of age if you are interested (boys AND girls).