Lou Burruss
In 1990, Lou was born into ultimate behind the library on the Carleton College campus winning his first game ever, a 11-10 3rd Goodhue v. 2nd Goodhue grudge match. He played for the B Team his freshman year and then four years for CUT, reaching the semis at Nationals twice. Moving to Seattle, Lou played ten years for the Fish, winning a World's gold (97), bronze (02) a Nationals gold (04) and three silvers (96, 97, 05). As a coach, Lou led Syzygy for four years (97-00) winning gold (00) and two silvers (98, 99). Since moving to Oregon, he has coached Fugue 4 years and won a title in 2010.
Taking Care of Business
by April 24, 2014, 3:44am 0
Lou sees pockets of community taking proactive steps to strengthen themselves, and he likes what he sees.
Inches All Around Us
by April 16, 2014, 6:23am 0
Lou on the difference between good and great defense, how a big fix often just means making a small adjustment, and the bid situation in the Women's Division.
El Arbol de Cortes
by April 14, 2014, 10:00am 0
Skyd en español! We're excited to present a Spanish translation of "The Cutting Tree" by Lou Burruss.
Homestretch
by April 9, 2014, 3:56am 0
The Series starts this weekend. Is your region a yawn-fest or a barnburner?
Building Spirit
by April 2, 2014, 6:45am 0
Talk to each other! After all, "it's much harder to be a jerk when you have to stand arm-in-arm afterwards." Lou on the re-emerging art of the Spirit circle.
Old Guys Arguing: Northwest Challenge
by March 26, 2014, 12:35pm 0
Lou and Skyd Women's Editor Ryan Thompson have a back and forth discussion about Northwest Challenge, the Callahan, and NCAA recognition.
Food for Thought
by March 19, 2014, 6:52am 0
USA Ultimate's strategy is strong, says Lou. And he wants to know: does third-party officiating change what is and isn't moral?
