What is the significance of not having body contact in most plays?

• A. It speeds up game pace
• B. It increases the likelihood of fouls
• C. It reduces injury risk and preserves the integrity of skillful throws and catches
• D. It guarantees a turnover on contact

Answer: (C)

Not having body contact emphasizes safety and fair competition. Ultimate is played as a non-contact sport, so players avoid colliding, which reduces the risk of injuries from crashes or awkward impacts. Keeping bodies apart also helps preserve the quality of throws and catches, because players can execute technique without being hindered or altered by physical interference. The other options don’t fit as well: simply avoiding contact doesn’t inherently speed up the game pace, and not having contact makes fouls less likely rather than more. Also, contact doesn’t guarantee a turnover—outcomes depend on the specific foul rules and possession rules in the moment.