In standard on-field play, who typically makes foul and rule calls on the field?

• A. The fans
• B. The referees
• C. The players
• D. The coaches

Answer: (C)

On-field Ultimate Frisbee is self-officiated, with players responsible for calling fouls, violations, and line calls as they occur. This setup reflects the Spirit of the Game, emphasizing fair play, responsibility, and resolving disputes through mutual respect and discussion. Because players are the ones directly involved in the contact and actions on the field, they are best positioned to judge what happened and keep play moving. In some events, observers or referees may be present to supervise or assist, but in standard play the primary calls come from the players themselves. Fans or coaches don’t make official calls on the field.