Our History
Cedar Rapids Ultimate was founded in 2013 with the goal of organizing the Ultimate community in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. What started as a group of friends playing Ultimate, has now grown into a community of Ultimate players of all experience levels. CRU now offers opportunities to play throughout the year, including youth leagues, tournaments, and pick-up games.
Our Board
Eric Hart
Eric Hart played his college Ultimate at Winona State University and after graduating moved to Cedar Rapids with his wife (another Ultimate player). Eric offers a decade of experience as an Ultimate player, coach and organizer. Eric’s favorite Ultimate activities include stall 9 break throws, sharing his Ultimate knowledge (even with opponents mid-game) and getting a “hack”.
Greg Zarse
Greg Zarse played his college Ultimate at Purdue University (Cookie Monsters) and moved to Cedar Rapids after graduating. He has taken a leadership role in the local Ultimate community ever since. He enjoys being the tallest person on the field a majority of the time and throwing hammers.
Jake Nelson
Jake Nelson played his college Ultimate at Western Illinois University. His analytic and forward-thinking approach to his board service keeps CRU in a financially strong position. Jake’s favorite Ultimate activities are being the fastest handler around and throwing IO flicks that break the sound barrier.
Get Involved
If you want to support the Ultimate community in Cedar Rapids there’s lots of ways you can help. Check out our Volunteer tab to see how you can give back.
Donate
Cedar Rapids Ultimate’s Programming is made possible through the generous support of the public. 100% of any donation made to Cedar Rapids Ultimate goes directly to the programs that help grow the Ultimate Community in Cedar Rapids. Any and all contributions are appreciate, and will be acknowledged. Thank you.