But ultimate is hardly unique as a Harvard sport that mixes intense dedication with anonymity.
Most club and junior varsity sports don’t have the following they should, and that’s a shame.
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Consider ultimate my personal metanoia. The chance to have national champions here on campus, despite the sport and its fan following, is something that inherently spices up the world of Harvard athletics.
It makes it less dull.
If that doesn’t get you out barbecuing in Devens to celebrate the end of finals, consider the single most impressive fact about the team.
All 21 members of the Red Line, as proud members of a national organization of Frisbee players, carry an “Ultimate Player” card.
Jay-Z would be proud.