Official Press Release:

In a shocking turn of events, current AUDL MVP Frontrunner, World Champion, and Camp Kinderland Hall of Fame Athlete Ben Katz has been signed to the Pride of New York (PoNY) USA Ultimate club team. This is a marquee signing for PoNY, as the once contenders have been looking for a spark to light the competitive fires. We can only presume that Katz will walk in as the top “dog” of the team.

What makes this so interesting is the sudden shift to New York based Ultimate from Katz, especially after so many years as the top player in Massachusetts. Katz was a standout player at UMASS Amherst, Slow White, Garuda, Shot First Shower, and Ironside. Could he be looking for a new challenge? New territory? Or maybe the Massachusetts competition was getting too weak. Maybe he was just looking for superior pizza, bagels, sushi, public transportation, drivers, general quality of individuals, landmarks, entertainment, and hiking?

No matter the reason, we at Ben Katz Official Website are happy to see Katz move on to greener pastures- and we are sure his team mates are singing songs of joy and solidarity.

When asked for comment, Katz simply stated: “No comment.” He is the strong silent type.

Sholem Freiheit Emes!