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In Week 5, Karli Steiner delivered a record-setting performance to earn Player of the Week honors, posting 7 assists and 516 throwing yards in a windy showcase while rewriting the Los Angeles Astra record book. In Week 6, San Diego Super Bloom travels to face Bay Area Falcons for a 2025 Championship Weekend rematch with Bay hunting for redemption; Oregon Soar heads north to take on Seattle Tempest in a game with heavy playoff implications.
Two one-point games. An overtime finish. The first crack in an undefeated season. The margins across the league are getting thinner—and the stakes are getting higher. Colorado Alpenglow proved they can go toe-to-toe with Seattle Tempest. Arizona Sidewinders showed resilience in a comeback overtime win. San Diego Super Bloom continued to look like a team that knows exactly how to weather pressure.
We’re nearly halfway through the 2026 WUL season, and the picture is starting to come into focus—but nothing is settled.
Seattle Tempest and San Diego Super Bloom sit at the top, setting the standard early, but the gap behind them is anything but comfortable. Colorado Alpenglow is pushing for control of the Northwest, Bay Area Falcons are gaining traction, and both Oregon Soar and Arizona Sidewinders are flipping the script after winless 2025 campaigns.
Every team still has something to prove—and with the second half looming, the pressure is only going up.
In Week 4, Rachel Egan delivered an outstanding two-way performance to earn Player of the Week honors, leading Oregon Soar with control on both sides of the disc. Across the league, early identities have emerged as teams begin to separate in the standings and point differentials. In Week 5, the schedule intensifies—Seattle Tempest and the Arizona Sidewinders hit the road for doubleheaders across three days of action, as four games from Friday through Sunday start to put real pressure on depth, endurance, and early playoff positioning.
Week 4 set a new benchmark. Seattle’s performance established a standard of execution that will challenge every opponent moving forward while Oregon demonstrated the ability to translate adjustments into results, securing a milestone win at home. Utah had a demanding doubleheader weekend on the road, but did not let their loss to Seattle define their entire weekend.
Three weeks into the 2026 WUL season, the numbers are starting to reveal each team’s identity.
San Diego continues to lead with efficient, low-turnover play, while Arizona’s improved D-line conversion has fueled early success. Bay Area and Colorado are finding rhythm after slower starts, and Oregon’s offensive growth has already led to a historic first win.
From efficiency gains to evolving roles, the stats highlight what’s driving teams—and what to watch next.
In Week 3, Caitlin Fitzgerald delivered a dominant two-way performance across Oregon’s doubleheader to earn Player of the Week honors, leading Soar to a historic first win and continuing to drive their early-season identity. Across the league, momentum began to build as teams found rhythm and separation. In Week 4, the stakes rise—a UT doubleheader and playoff positioning start to take shape as teams look to turn early flashes into consistency.
Week 3 of the 2026 WUL season delivered breakout performances and a milestone win! San Diego Super Bloom continued their strong start with a composed win over Los Angeles Astra, while Bay Area Falcons defended home turf against Arizona in a high-energy matchup.
Oregon Soar secured their first franchise win since joining the WUL in 2025, and turned around less than 24 hours later to challenge Colorado Alpenglow in a tight rematch. Across the weekend, standout individual performances and disciplined team systems have begun to separate contenders from the pack.
In Week 2, Kennedy McCarthy delivered a historic performance to earn Player of the Week honors, despite a tough road matchup in Seattle. Colorado split their Pacific Northwest doubleheader with a win over Oregon and a loss to the Tempest, while standout performances and record-setting moments defined the weekend. In Week 3, teams look to build momentum as early-season identities continue to take shape.
Opening weekend of the 2026 WUL season showcased a mix of returning dominance and evolving team identities. San Diego Super Bloom continued their championship form with a statement win over Bay Area, while Arizona Sidewinders controlled their home opener behind defensive pressure. Across all matchups, roster changes—especially in the handler space—played a major role as teams worked to establish chemistry early in the season.
The 2026 Western Ultimate League season is just days away, kicking off with a 2025 WUL Championship Game rematch between last year’s winners San Diego Super Bloom, and runners-up, Bay Area Falcons. Both teams and the league as a whole have undergone significant changes over the past nine months. Between the return of Los Angeles Astra (and with them, an eight-team league), seismic cross-country roster moves, and everything in between, here is your primer on a very exciting fifth season of the WUL!
We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Western Ultimate League Championship Weekend will take place in Portland, OR!
Portland’s passionate sports community, vibrant culture, and deep roots in ultimate make it the perfect stage for our league’s most competitive and meaningful weekend of the year.
After our 12 week regular season, the top two teams from the Northwest Conference and Southwest Conference will travel to WUL Championship Weekend to determine the league winner. The event will take place in the NE Complex at UO Portland. Expect a fun-filled family-friendly frisbee event with food trucks, games, merch, and more. Tickets coming soon.
This will be the first time the WUL has had its Championship in Oregon.
Semifinal 1 - Northwest #1 vs Southwest #2
Semifinal 2 - Northwest #2 vs Southwest #1
3rd Place - Loser of Semifinal 1 vs Loser of Semifinal 2
Final - Winner of Semifinal 1 vs Winner of Semifinal 2
Can’t make it live? Catch the games streamed live and FREE on the WUL YouTube channel.
Seattle and Oregon come together once again for a high-stakes ultimate showdown that blends elite competition, regional pride, and a format you won’t see anywhere else. Seattle captured the Cup last year on Oregon’s turf in front of a packed stadium in Eugene. Can Oregon flip the script to steal it back in 2026?
Hosted at Interbay Stadium in Seattle, the event features top professional athletes from both the Western Ultimate League (WUL) and the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA). The showcase features the Seattle Tempest and Seattle Cascades facing off against the Oregon Soar and Oregon Steel in a unique crossover format designed to highlight talent across both leagues. The evening will conclude with a mixed-league matchup, reflecting the collaborative spirit and depth of talent within the Pacific Northwest ultimate community.
Longstanding rivalries between Seattle and Oregon extend across many sports, and the Northwest Cup continues that tradition within professional ultimate. The event provides fans with an opportunity to see multiple teams, styles of play, and divisions represented in a single competition.
Interbay Stadium | Seattle, WA
February 28, 2026
5:00 PM
Can’t make it in person? Watch live and FREE on YouTube.
The Northwest Cup uses a three-period structure, with total points across all periods determining the overall winner.
Period 1 (15 minutes | UFA rules)
Seattle Cascades vs. Oregon Steel
Period 2 (15 minutes | WUL rules)
Seattle Tempest vs. Oregon Soar
Period 3 (20 minutes | WUL rules | Mixed League)
Seattle Tempest & Cascades vs. Oregon Soar & Steel
The Northwest Cup highlights the growing partnership between the WUL and UFA and the strength of professional ultimate in the Pacific Northwest. For athletes, it is an opportunity to compete alongside and against familiar rivals in a fun and exciting format. For fans, it offers a rare chance to experience multiple professional teams in one setting.
The mixed period in particular underscores the region’s commitment to collaboration and innovation, bringing together athletes from both leagues in a shared competitive environment.
[February 10, 2026] - The Western Ultimate League is pleased to announce the appointment of Will Griffin as its new Executive Director.
Will Griffin, WUL Executive Director
Griffin brings more than 17 years of experience in sales, marketing, and general business operations across small to mid-sized organizations. He earned his degree in Business Administration from San Diego State University and has been deeply involved in professional ultimate as one of the owner-operators of the Ultimate Frisbee Association’s San Diego Growlers since 2015.
In addition to his professional background, Griffin is a husband and father of two elementary-aged children.
“I’m honored to step into the role of Executive Director of the Western Ultimate League,” said Griffin. “The WUL has already shown that a professional league can be built with intention and purpose. It has created space for women and non-binary athletes to compete at the highest level while also shaping conversations about access, leadership, and visibility in sport.”
He emphasized that the league’s impact extends beyond competition. “This league is more than games and standings; it’s a community, visibility, and a future of professional ultimate. The work ahead is about strengthening the foundation that has already been built, supporting our teams and athletes, and continuing to push the league forward in a way that is thoughtful, transparent, and collaborative.”
As he steps into the role, Griffin shared that listening and learning will be central to his approach. He seeks to ground his leadership approach in long-term thinking, community, and sustainability. Griffin looks forward to working closely with athletes, team leadership, and supporters to help guide the league through its next chapter and continued growth.
The WUL thanks our previous executive director, Nicole Neumiller, for their valuable work for the league and wishes Neumiller the best in their future endeavors.
The Western Ultimate League was established to advance the sport of ultimate frisbee by showcasing and amplifying women and non-binary athletes. Recognizing the privilege that got us here, our mission is to: Increase accessibility, promote the visibility of underrepresented athletes, cultivate a culture of inclusion and equity, and use our influence and platform to broaden the spaces where our sport grows and develops.
Interested in becoming a sponsor or supporter of the Western Ultimate League? Contact marketing@westernultimateleague.com.
