Growing up, I was always exposed to summer sports. This included baseball, soccer, and numerous football camps. The one activity I didn’t do, however, is the one I do the most now: throwing a Frisbee.

"But wait,” I’m sure you’re saying, “what is so special about Frisbee?” Well, let me tell you.

 

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    Price Point

    Most summer sports require some kind of equipment in order to play. Baseball requires a bat, ball, glove, cleats, and so on. Football requires you to provide a mouth-guard and cleats. Soccer also needs specific cleats, shin-guards, and a ball. What does Frisbee require? A Frisbee. Yep, that’s it.

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    Ease of Use

    When was the last time you played a game of football, baseball, or soccer with only two people? Let me rephrase that…when was the last time you had a lot of fun playing with only two people? Find a Frisbee, an open field, and a couple friends, and have a blast.

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    Ultimate Frisbee

    This has rapidly become one of the most popular sports to play for young adults, and it's easy to see why. Acrobatic catches, full-sprints, and fast-paced action define this growing sport. What's even better is that this game is very accessible for all players.

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    A Pain-Free Activity

    My crooked fingers and shoulder pain constantly remind me of my days playing contact sports. Unless you decide to fire your Frisbee out of a cannon, and I’m not sure why you would do that, Frisbee remains a pain and injury-free game that all ages can enjoy.

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