DHM Ultimate Frisbee - WG Würzburg beats the defending champions

The WG Würzburg team beat the defending champions WG Munich 12:5 in a thrilling final to win the title of German University Champion 2023. The team from the University of Bayreuth took bronze. They prevailed in a close game against WG Gießen 9:7.

In addition to the four teams mentioned above, the teams from Erlangen-Nuremberg, Heidelberg, Dresden and Marburg and next year's host also qualified for the DHM 2024.

The Himmelstürmer*innen team from Kassel were the friendly hosts. After the games on the first day of the tournament (against Erlangen-Nuremberg 4:8, Heidelberg 3:13, Marburg 1:12 and Bayreuth 1:12), there was no longer any chance of a podium place on Sunday. But even the defeats did not silence the host team and so they shouted "This is madness! Why are you sending me to heaven? Strikers, strikers, strikers!"

One thing is particularly noticeable not only on the pitch, but also for the spectators on the sidelines - the "Spirit of the Game". Ultimate Frisbee is a non-contact sport without referees. This means that the players themselves are responsible for adhering to the rules and ensuring fair play. After each game, a spirit circle is held to exchange ideas - both compliments and constructive criticism can be expressed.

Tobias Heyer - Head of University Sports in Kassel - was also impressed by the spirit that defines the sport and awarded the TU Dresden team the title of "Spirit Winner 2023".

At the final award ceremony, Ralf Simon also praised the sponsor Eurodisc for the fantastic discs and medals. The company produces recyclable discs sustainably in Germany.

The adh, the University of Kassel's General University Sports and the Himmelstürmer Kassel club can look back on a successful organization of the DHM Ultimate Frisbee. We congratulate the winners from Würzburg and thank all participants for the great atmosphere.