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Ultimate Frisbee Kestrel Team
The Winchester University ultimate frisbee team, is a niche sport that orginates in America in the 1960s and has since flown into the UK with many universities societies.
Joel Silver in Maplewood, New Jersey developed at a high school with it being an officially recognised sport in 2008.
Its fast pace makes a brilliant, high adrenaline exercise that allows all ages , genders and ability to take part all together.
Not only does its diversity make the game stand out from the crowd but it also includes having no referees, non-contact and is instead controlled by the players.
With indoor and outdoor playing it allows a chance to play the game in different ways.
One of the similar games to Ultimate is American football and Basketball with its non movement with the frisbee and scoring at the opposite side.
With blocking techniques and precise throwing it makes it a very hands on activity.
In 2024 BBC sports spoke about the possible range of sports that could be considered in the olympics in which one being Ultimate Frisbee.
This game would work perfectly with the event with its modern and inclusive game for all to play allows it be a sport to interest many generations of all ages.
For many in the Winchester team this is a great way to get fit and meet friends with its welcoming community of passionate frisbee fans.
Kestrels the university team will be attending the Cobra Cup Tournament in Chichester on the 16th March as well as three upcoming events with the South West Ultimate Developing league.
This not only allows the team to engage with other teams but provides themselves greater recognition.
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Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers
A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.
Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.
It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street.
Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie.
Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.
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Police officers injured during anti-migration rally
Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”
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Residents warned over closure of recycling centre
People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.
The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.
The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.
Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.
“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”
Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.
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