When resolving a dispute over a call, what is the recommended approach?

• A. Shouting and pressing the issue.
• B. Communicating respectfully and using Spirit of the Game principles.
• C. Waiting for the referee to decide.
• D. Cancelling the point.

Answer: (B)

In Ultimate, disputes are handled best through respectful, clear communication grounded in Spirit of the Game. When a call is questioned, the first move is to talk with the opponent calmly, explain your perspective, and listen to theirs. Use the rules as a guide and refer to the spirit of fair play to come to a fair resolution together. This approach keeps the game moving, preserves relationships, and reinforces taking responsibility for one's own calls. If a referee is present (in higher-level play), you can seek their input, but the core idea remains: resolve calmly through dialogue and mutual respect rather than escalating the situation. Shouting or pressing the issue undermines trust and can lead to penalties, waiting for a referee to decide bypasses the self-officiating practice in many formats, and canceling the point disrupts fairness. The recommended approach centers on constructive discussion that aligns with fair play.