Mission
The Los Angeles Astra is a professional Ultimate team established to set the standard for the professional stage of women’s and non-binary Ultimate in Southern California and the rest of the US. Our first year as a team was in a semi-professional women’s Ultimate league on the West Coast in 2019. We played as the Los Angeles 99’s before changing names to the Astra.
We believe that women and non-binary athletes deserve to be seen on the brightest stage available. We welcome friends, family, and sports fans new to Ultimate to come and enjoy our sport and the excellence we strive to achieve.
Goals
develop women's professional ultimate and further gender equity in Southern California.
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Create a culture where women and non-binary athletes are setting a precedent as pro Ultimate competitors.
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To compete against the highest level in Ultimate.
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To inspire young athletes to play at a higher level.
Staff & Ownership
Alison “Buster” Yoho - General manager
Alison 'Buster' Yoho started playing ultimate frisbee in college in 2011. After a few years of playing in leagues and club in the greater LA area, she helped start the LA Mixed club team Spoiler Alert in 2018. In 2019 and 2021, she was the SoCal mixed sectionals coordinator for USAU. She also served on the board for LAOUT, starting in 2020 and then was president of LAOUT from 2021 to 2023. She is excited for her next journey as the 2025 General Manager for Los Angeles Astra.
Elizabeth Gupta-Harrison - co-owner
Technology executive at the Walt Disney Company specializing in video streaming. Elizabeth holds an MBA from NYU Stern, and has been playing and coaching Ultimate for over 20 years. Elizabeth’s extensive experience in tech, product management, and Ultimate is invaluable to the growing team.
Ashley Hart - co-owner
Entrepreneur and former founder/CEO of She Plays (fantasy sports provider and news source for women’s sports). Over 15+ years experience in administrative, team-building, and fundraising leadership roles. Ashley’s experience on the cutting edge of women’s sports will help the team grow and change in the rapidly evolving sports landscape.