2015 Roster
| Major | Mechanical Engineering |
| Hometown | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Major | Computer Science |
| Hometown | Seattle, WA |
| Height | 6'0" |
| Major | Mechanical Engineering |
| Hometown | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Height | 6'1" |
Bio
Justin Abel has captained Carnegie Mellon’s Mr. Yuk for the past 3 years and in 2018, has led the team to being ranked 28th in the nation. Abel has played 2 years for Pittsburgh Temper, utilizing his versatility as a cutter and a handler in the club circuit. His prevailing humility and aptitude on both sides of the disc make him one of the most respected players in the Ohio Valley Region.
| Major | Mechanical Engineering |
| Hometown | Belmont, MA |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Major | Mechanical Engineering/Engineering & Public Policy |
| Hometown | Seattle, WA |
| Height | 5'11" |
| Major | Physics and Computer Science |
| Hometown | Seattle, WA |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Major | Design |
| Hometown | Palo Alto, CA |
| Height | 5'8" |
What was your first experience with Mr. Yuk?
I remember sending an email to Reid and he asked me what my prior experience with ultimate was. Since my high school team had a pretty questionable record, including losing to a Utah C team and being bageled, like a damn fool, I sent him a video of me laying out for a goal. Surprisingly I didn’t have a sarcastic nickname waiting for me when I arrived at pickup on the Cut.If you didn’t do ultimate at CMU, what would you be doing?
I actually have no idea. Probably lift exclusively upper body until I weighed 185 lb and take Intramurals way too seriously. My freshman year I did complete the “Big Man on Campus” Bodybuilding.com program (while skipping every leg day), but only made it to 150lb. That second part is actually true too.What is your "go-to" move on the field?
Flick shimmy into inside flick break. Trade secret, the key is to use your knee. Only a fool would bite on a shimmy involving only the shoulders and only a greater fool would bite on a backhand shimmy. Side note, this is why I have always been skeptical of the drill: “Levels”.Do you have a favorite cheer or celebration?
As the originator of Yukkin jacks, they may be my favorite. Good ol’ cold as hell WVU spawned the urge to do jumping jacks while chanting, “Mr” “Yuk” in sync. It was so effective Akron did it with us in the finals. Then we beat them 15-8. Unless you’re trying to lose the game by gassing yourselves, only start after both coaches have left the line.What is your favorite Mr. Yuk memory (off-field)?
It’s honestly hard to pick. General tomfoolery and musical chairs during the winter banquet is my jam. Spring break is filled with plenty of disc activities, relaxation, and spur of the moment adventures. Long car rides filled with the Norby game and banter are surprisingly fond memories.How can you tell if I'm in the zone?
Both fists clenched if I or someone else does something sweet is a sure sign. According to Tad, my Dad does this too. I may need to change it up.What is your favorite Mr. Yuk memory (on-field)?
Beating Pitt in the 2017 Showcase Game is hard to top. Playing under the lights and hearing the crowd in my ear was invigorating. Beating Ohio State and Penn State at Regionals, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, was also quite satisfying.Is there a player you look up to?
I’ll start by saying Justin Abel has never been trash. Despite being surrounded by trash (including myself) for much of his college ultimate career, he was never too aloof to get a little dirty. Crazy ability and inspiring humility. Swap in Justin Abel for “What would Jesus do?"What is your pre-game ritual?
As I like to say, a little nitrous in the tank never hurt. Caffeine is my new cheat-code, whether it’s Red Bull, pre-workout, or hotel Joe. Some shakes of dispensed gatorade with a gulp of water make up for the dehydration I’ve brought upon myself.Memorable quote from a teammate?
"Word." - EricLi
| Major | Electrical and Computer Engineering |
| Hometown | Durham, NC |
| Height | 6'2" |
| Major | Material Science & Engineering |
| Hometown | Mercer Island, WA |
| Height | 6'1" |
| Major | Master of Integrated Innovation for Products & Services |
| Hometown | Harrisburg, PA |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Major | Computer Science |
| Hometown | Tacoma, WA |
| Height | 5'7" |
Bio
Rafa frankly doesn't care what you, or anyone else, think; he knows he's a baller and he has the swag to match. His ridiculous 29" vertical, along with some insane skies (despite being one of the shorter players) earned him the nickname Mad Hopz, which he continues to live up to. Off the field, Rafa enjoys listening to dubstep and swag-surfing. Look out for him next season; he'll be the guy sitting down on the line before the pull goes up, lying down between games, and oh yeah, his dick will be in your face when the disc is in the air.
| Major | Electrical and Computer Engineering |
| Hometown | Marlboro, NJ |
| Height | 5'8" |
| Major | Mechanical Engineering |
| Hometown | Gainesville, GA |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Occupation | Ph.D. Student |
| Hometown | Cranford, NJ |
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