Remember it was almost official? Now it is 100% official! The World Flying Disc Federation member poll closed and there were 62 votes in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstained! Beach Ultimate is now an officially recognized disc sport!

This also means that the WFDF and BULA will jointly host the World Championships of Beach Ultimate in Italy 22-28 August 2011. This will be 5-on-5 Beach Ultimate for national teams and countries can compete in 6 divisions:

1. Open
2. Women
3. Mixed
4. Masters ('78 or earlier)
5. Mixed Masters ('78 or earlier)
6. Grandmasters ('71 or earlier)

The location is perfect! It is at a sports complex that has its own beach and can house 2,500 players. Prices are low (40 euros per person per night for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a room with 3 others). All the basic information is at www.wcbu2011.com

Juniors ('92 or later) will have their own World Championships at the same place, a week before: 17-20 August and will compete in:

1. Open
2. Girls
3. Mixed

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