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Tuesday Toss: DC Walks Off Rival New York, San Diego Gets Revenge On Atlanta

May 12, 2026
By Evan Lepler

My goodness, what a weekend.

Obviously, the finish between DC and New York will be replayed forever, but that epic conclusion was far from the only dramatic rivalry showdown in Week 3, as the action ramped up significantly across the Association.

Thunderbirds Drop Opener in Highest Scoring UFA Game Since 2022

PITTSBURGH, PA – The Pittsburgh Thunderbirds opened their 2026 campaign by falling to the Montreal Royal, 32-24, the highest scoring UFA game since Oakland defeated Oregon 36-21 in June of 2022 per the Monday Morning Scoober newsletter.

The Thunderbirds (0-1) took their first lead of the game 4-3 with 6:32 left in the first quarter as rookie Alex Stevenson recorded a block and then completed the "bookends" (recording a block and then subsequently scoring) by catching a pass from Noah Celuch.

Honor Roll: Week 3

May 11, 2026
By Evan Lepler

Throughout the UFA season, there are typically dozens of noteworthy individual performances every week. But only seven special efforts can earn their way onto the weekly "Honor Roll", highlighting the best of the best across the Association.

Year 11: David Berg Era Begins Against A Dangerous Montréal Royal

GAME PREVIEW | WEEK 3 | MAY 10, 2026 | 2:00 PM ET | F.N.B. STADIUM

Year 11: David Berg Era Begins Against A Dangerous Montréal Royal

By Matty Frances | WatchUFA.com / Pittsburgh Thunderbirds

South Division Title Rematch, East And West Rivalries Battle In Week 3

May 7, 2026
By Sam Weiger

DC And New York Renew Historic Rivalry In FIrst Meeting Of 2026

May 7, 2026
By Alex Rubin

For the second straight week, "Friday Night Frisbee" will broadcast from New York. This week, the game will take place on Sunday afternoon in a Mother’s Day special when the DC Breeze travel north to take on the Empire.

Week 3 Roster Report

May 7, 2026
By Daniel Cohen

Expanding on last week’s column, this week’s “Roster Report” features notable actives, questionables, and inactives for Week 3 (as of Thursday, May 7). Here are the headlines, sorted alphabetically by team:

Atlanta Hustle

Players To Watch: Week 3

May 7, 2026
By Ryan Baker

After standout performances in Week 2, Week 3 features even more debuts—either teams as a whole or individual stars making their first appearance in 2026. Here are seven x-factors to watch this weekend, each poised to play a pivotal role in their team’s success.

Power Rankings: Week 2

May 7, 2026
By Adam Ruffner

A wild Week 1 of close calls and surprising results was followed by Week 2 chalk and some blowouts, which is why these rankings might be a bit muddled at this early season juncture. The cream of the crop seems apparent, but there's several squads still vying for contender status before the month closes out.

Interview with Thunderbirds Head Coach David Berg Previewing Home Opener

The 2026 Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) season begins this Sunday, May 10 for the Pittsburgh Thunderbirds.

Interview by: Brett Gombita, Thunderbirds Intern Sports Reporter