Spike Friedman
Spike Friedman is a Seattle based writer and playwright. Spike’s written work can be found at Grantland, The Stranger, Paste, Deadspin and Mental Floss.
The Pro Leagues: Making a Comparison
by July 28, 2015, 8:39am 0
Spike checks out an AUDL game, and he concludes that the difference between the two pro leagues depends on who's watching. To some, there isn't much of one.
Ultimate is a Game of Inches
by July 15, 2015, 9:53am 0
Grantland writer Spike Friedman muses on the Seattle Rainmakers' cruel victory over the Portland Stags in the MLU Western Conference Final.
Is Video King?
by June 10, 2015, 8:46am 0
The nature of sports broadcasting is constant flux. Is streaming every single game worth the MLU's resources?
The Two-Pointer
by June 5, 2015, 9:50am 0
Spike proposes a two-point interception drive, as the Rainmakers pass the midway point in their season.
On Tactics and Progress
by May 20, 2015, 6:03am 0
Spike Friedman talks about space for tactical innovation in ultimate and wonders where the women's game factors into the sport's growth.
Finding the Perfect Ultimate Player
by May 6, 2015, 10:58am 0
After attending his first game, Spike doesn't think he could hang-- he's tall enough, but not quick. Tim Tebow, though? It's painful to say it, but he'd dominate.
More Watching, More Questions
by May 1, 2015, 9:49am 0
A newcomer's takes on ultimate using a clock, how weather affects the game, Jimmy Graham spikes, and Skippy being a funny sponsor.
First Impressions
by April 21, 2015, 6:05am 0
Spike just watched opening week in Major League Ultimate. Portland's offense made him think of the Shaq-era Lakers and Henry Phan's throws prompted a bad word or two. He's still not sure how much scoring actually matters, though.
