On this day in history, Jan. 23, 1957, Wham-O produces first Frisbees, reshaping leisure, sport

I was a huge avid Ultimate Frisbee player from back in my days in AFROTC where They played a slightly modified version of the game. Our Detachment was very good though and even took on the surrounding AFROTCs from nearby universities and states (never losing a game). After my commission I started Ultimate as an intramural sport at Offutt AFB and coached/led my unit's team to the base championship. I went on to play several pick up games around the places I lived and was always recognized for my very accurate and deceptive hammer throw.

Today I don't have the speed (or body ache tolerance) I once had to keep up with the kids, but I still can deliver the right throw in the right place at the right time. Unfortunately, I don't play anymore.