Homeschool Ultimate Frisbee
Spring — March to May
BHAA’s co-ed ultimate frisbee team gives homeschool students in grades 8–12 a chance to play competitive ultimate here in the Bitterroot Valley — no experience needed. The Bitterroot Hawks practice in Stevensville each spring and travel to tournaments in Bozeman, Helena, and Polson.
Ultimate frisbee is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport played with a flying disc. What makes ultimate truly unique among competitive sports is its commitment to the Spirit of the Game — a tradition of sportsmanship and mutual respect that places the responsibility for fair play on every player. In ultimate, there are no referees; players self-officiate, calling their own fouls and resolving disputes through honest dialogue.
At BHAA, we see the Spirit of the Game as a natural extension of the values we hold as Christians. The honesty, humility, and respect for others that ultimate demands reflect the character of Christ Himself. Our athletes learn that true competition isn’t about winning at all costs — it’s about glorifying God through the way we play, treat our opponents, and carry ourselves on and off the field. We believe ultimate frisbee offers a uniquely powerful setting for young people to develop integrity, self-control, and servant leadership.
Coaching Philosophy
Our ultimate frisbee coaches are dedicated to developing the whole athlete — spiritually, mentally, and physically. Because ultimate is self-officiated, our coaching emphasizes character formation as much as throwing technique and field strategy. We teach our players to make honest calls even when it costs them, to resolve conflict with grace, and to treat every opponent as someone made in God’s image. Coaches model servant leadership and encourage players to hold one another accountable with love. Parents are an essential part of our team and are encouraged to support the program through volunteering and prayer.
Schedule
Practices begin the first week of March with games scheduled beginning of April through the third week of May (with travel to Bozeman, Helena, and Polson). BHAA schedules games against Christian schools and other homeschool teams.
Practices: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5–7pm beginning first week of March at the Stevensville Youth Soccer (SYS) fields
Games: Tournament style on Saturdays from April through May in Polson, Bozeman, and Helena
Eligibility
Please carefully review the MCAA eligibility requirements on our Info & Documents page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience to play ultimate frisbee?
No experience is needed. BHAA's ultimate frisbee team is co-ed and open to homeschool students in grades 8–12 who meet the MCAA eligibility requirements.
How much does ultimate frisbee cost?
The program fee is $75 per athlete, which covers the MCAA team association fee, uniforms, equipment, insurance, and tournament fees.
When and where are practices?
Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 PM at the Stevensville Youth Soccer (SYS) fields, beginning the first week of March.
Where are the games?
Games are tournament style on Saturdays from April through the third week of May, in Bozeman, Helena, and Polson.
Are there referees in ultimate?
No. Ultimate is self-officiated under the Spirit of the Game: players call their own fouls and resolve disputes through honest discussion.
