It looks like your college roommate was right: ultimate frisbee is a sport.
At least that’s the opinion of the International Olympic Committee, who have decided to officially recognise the World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF).
Congratulations to the World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF), which was granted full IOC recognition at the #128IOCSession today!
— IOC MEDIA (@iocmedia) August 2, 2015
The WFDF manages multiple disc-based games – such as ultimate frisbee and disc golf. Much like regular golf, WFDF games do not have a referee as they rely on the sportsmanship and fair play of the players.
But no, this doesn’t mean that ultimate frisbee is an Olympic sport (yet).
