2008 PDGA Elections: Last Call for Candidates
The May 15th deadline for submitting your candidacy for the PDGA Board of Directors or State and Provincial coordinator positions is fast approaching. Member’s who are interested in volunteering their time to serve in one of these very important elected positions, are encouraged to contact the office as soon as possible to announce your candidacy and submit a platform statement.
Once again voting will take place from June 1 to July 31, with the elected candidates assuming office as of September 1. The 2008 PDGA Election will be held on-line, with members casting their ballots at www.campus-vote.com. The first three on-line elections (2005-2007) saw record participation in terms of the % of current members voting.
During the first week of June all current members for whom the PDGA has an email address on file will receive an email from campus-vote.com with their PDGA online election instructions including their individual ballot passcode. All members whose email bounces back or who do not have an email address on file, will be mailed a postcard by campus-vote.com with their on-line ballot instructions and passcode. On or about July 10, all members with valid emails who have not yet voted will be sent a voting reminder. Those members who do not have any access to a computer or internet capability will also be able to contact the PDGA office and request a mailed paper ballot. Provided this request is received by the PDGA no later than July 10, a ballot will be mailed to the member.
Complete 2008 Election Information
Rico and Jenkins Victorious at Masters Cup
Local favorites Carrie Burlogar and Nate Doss both had the edge going into Sunday’s final round. Both players held the lead in addition to their knowledge of the scenic and sometimes evil Delaveaga. But would those advantages be sufficient for the victory?
Steve Rico came from the second card... (more)
Complete Results at pdga.com
Masters Cup Preview
The 2008 PDGA National Tour rolls into Santa Cruz this weekend for the Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup sponsored by the DGA. Over 150 players will be tested on the treacherous terrain of the Delaveaga Disc Golf course. Although a better name might be "the Good; the Bad; and the Ugly" - where a good drive or putt can catch a bad bounce and go bad in a hurry and sometimes get very ugly indeed.
With steep drop-offs, elevation changes, disc catching oak trees and a few baskets perched precariously close to OB, Delaveaga presents a challenge to the mental game as much as the physical. (more)
For the complete list of players, click here.
PDGA Announces New Innovation Grant Program
The PDGA Innovation Grant Program has been created to increase and promote the awareness of the sport of disc golf and the Professional Disc Golf Association. Applicants are encouraged to think outside of the box to develop innovative and unique programs which will promote the sport and increase participation.
Grant Guidelines and Applicaton (Word)
Grant Guidelines and Application (PDF)
Schultz and Jenkins win in Bowling Green
After two rounds in the wind, driving rain, and temperatures in the low 40s, Barry Schultz saw his 5 throw lead whittled down to 1 throw after the second round over 2008 PDGA money leader Eric McCabe. After 2 holes in the 9-hole final at Lovers Lane, Schultz had gained 3 throws back on McCabe, and he gave himself some breathing room and cruised to a 4-throw victory. Schultz carded 5 birdies in the final nine holes. McCabe struggled on the first 2 holes in the finals, carding a par 3 on the first hole, and uncharacteristically 3-putting the second hole to make bogey. Otherwise, it was a solid performace by McCabe, who shot back-to-back 46s at Kereiakes and Lovers Lane on Sunday to climb within 1 throw before the finals. David Feldberg shot 46 at Kereiakes and 47 at Lovers on Sunday to nearly match McCabe's performance, and missed a 40-footer on the last hole to tie McCabe, and settled for a third place tie with road warrior Geoff Bennett from Michigan.
Val Jenkins threw an incredible 47 at Lovers Lane on Sunday, which at least temporarily gives her the second highest rated round ever by a woman at 1027. This gave her a 7-throw lead over Des Reading after round 3. But Reading came storming back in round 4 at Kereiakes... (more)
Bowling Green Open Preview
The second stop on the PDGA National Tour kicks off this weekend in Bowling Green, KY for the 2008 Bowling Green Open. Hosted by the Bowling Green Disc Golf Club, Scott McFarland, tournament director, and his hard working staff are anticipating another top notch event this year. Over 80 competitors have pre-registered as of Thursday morning. If you want to know who will be competing you can view the registration list here.
The format for this year’s event will have the competitors play one round each on four of the most challenging and popular courses in the Southeast - Lovers Lane, Ephram White, Hobson Grove and Kereiakes. (more)
2008 PDGA Elections
As summer draws near, its time to prepare for the annual PDGA elections, and to send out the call for candidates. Once again voting will take place from June 1 to July 31, with the elected candidates assuming office as of September 1. The 2008 PDGA Election will be held on-line, with members casting their ballots at www.campus-vote.com. The first three on-line elections (2005-2007) saw record participation in terms of the % of current members voting.
During the first week of June all current members for whom the PDGA has an email address on file will receive an email from campus-vote.com with their PDGA online election instructions including their individual ballot passcode. All members whose email bounces back or who do not have an email address on file, will be mailed a postcard by campus-vote.com with their on-line ballot instructions and passcode. On or about July 10, all members with valid emails who have not yet voted will be sent a voting reminder. Those members who do not have any access to a computer or internet capability will also be able to contact the PDGA office and request a mailed paper ballot. Provided this request is received by the PDGA no later than July 10, a ballot will be mailed to the member.
Complete 2008 Election Information
2008 Bowling Green Amateur Championships
The world’s largest amateur disc golf tournament will tee off on Saturday morning as 720 amateur disc golfers converge on central Kentucky for the 2008 Bowling Green Amateur Championships. Tournament director, Ernie Small, and his hard working staff will be on hand Friday from 3:00pm to 6:30pm to extend a warm welcome and a generous player’s package to all of the competitors as they check in prior to the 7:00pm mandatory players meeting at Phil Moore Park.
The format for this year’s event will have each division play four rounds of eighteen holes on four of the eight different courses being used in the tournament. A shuffle after the first 36 holes will reassign players... (more)
Bowling Green Am Photo Gallery
The PDGA wishes to welcome Microtel Inns & Suites back as the title sponsor for the 2008 Disc Golfer of Distinction Awards. The PDGA and Microtel are now enjoying their second year together in a relationship that has benefited our sport with recognition of our top volunteers as well as reduced lodging rates for many tournaments around the nation. If you need a host hotel for your tournament, or just a great value when traveling with your family, Microtel Inns & Suites is the way to go!
For complete program details click on the logo above or visit www.pdga.com/dgawards.
World Rankings Update for 2008
The races to stay on top of the world has gotten tighter for both men and women to kick off the first PDGA World Rankings in 2008. Ken Climo holds on to number 1 with a whisker thin 0.04 points less than David Feldberg after (more)
David Feldberg & Valarie Jenkins win the Memorial
For the second day in a row, Barry Schultz carded a spectacular hole-in-one at the Memorial to grab the lead from Dave Feldberg in the Men’s Open division in the final round. His ace on the 340 foot, hole 11 looked to be just the shot of adrenaline he needed and that he would ride the momentum to victory, however Feldberg refused to give up.... (More)
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Final Results
Round One Photos
Round Two Photos
Round Three Photos
Day One Summary
Day Two Summary
PDGA Member Discounts
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is once again offering a 10% discount for PDGA members. They were extremely grateful for our business in 2007 that they were eager to provide service to us again for 2008. www.enterprise.com The corporate rate code is: 17D7907
We are in the process of redesigning our website. Look for new changes to www.pdga.com within the next few months. Included in the new look will be a “Members Benefits” page. We will be working to obtain more discounts for our members and these will be posted on this page. Watch for details. In the meantime, a list of all discounts is available in the PDGA Announcements section of the DISC-ussion Board.
World Championships Invitations Announced
On Friday February 15th the list of invited players for this year’s World Championships in Kalamazoo, Michigan was announced. This will be only the third time in history that the Am and Pro Worlds has been combined and may be the first event in history to reach 1000 players. We hope that everyone plans on attending this year and have provided a list of helpful hints and deadlines to assist with your planning.... (More)
PDGA Board Approves Updated Technical Standards for 2008
On December 21, the PDGA Board approved, with several amendments, the proposed update of the technical standards that had been submitted by the Technical Standards Committee on December 15th. The new standards, which will go into effect on January 1, 2008... (More)
PDGA Radio is Back!
Following a one year hiatus, PDGA Radio News will be making a triumphant return to PDGA.com beginning in March 2008 with a new host and format. PDGA Radio News is a forty week Internet program that delivers a 20 minute audio broadcast each week to PDGA members and other disc golf enthusiasts. Beginning in March 2008 (More)
Logo Winners Announced
Congratulations to Mark Janssen (#20994) and Jack Gilmore (#9587) for submitting the winning designs in the 2008 PDGA Ace and Birdie Club logo contest. Nine different people submitted a total of 21 logos in this years contest. For submitting the winning designs, Mark will receive a 2008 Ace Club membership and Jack will receive a 2008 Birdie Club membership. Both members will also receive a complimentary copy of the 2007 Pro Worlds DVD, which will soon be available from the fulfillment house. The office would like to thank everyone who submitted designs in this annual contest.
2,500 Courses and Growing!
Congratulations to Patrick Wooley of Neosho, Missouri for submitting information on the 2,500th course to be added to the PDGA Course Directory. In helping us reach this milestone and the celebration of the just published 20th Edition of the PDGA Disc Golf Course Directory, we will be sending Cody a free course directory and a one year subscription to Flying Disc Magazine.... (More)
A Personal Look at the Message Board
I’ve been Communications Director for three months, and my main job in that capacity has been to oversee the “moderation” of the Message Board. I find the experience problematic, because it is very time consuming and because I am always dealing with angry people. Still, it is an important job... (More)
Gran Canyon Petition
“Help resurrect the Gran Canyon disc golf course in Brooksville, FL.!! Anyone who ever set foot upon the Gran Canyon disc golf course in Brooksville, Florida knows just how special this track truly was.
Located just 20 minutes from The Plantation Inn in Crystal River, Florida, home of the Players Cup (A PDGA Major event) the GCDGC event was one of the highlights of the Fabulous Florida disc golf tour, setting attendance records 3 years in a row. People have traveled from as far as Russia to play the course. Even though the GCDGC was dismantled exactly one year ago after being sold, I still get the occasional call from disc golfers wanting to play the course. Here is YOUR chance to play it again (or for the first time)
Hernando County is considering the acquisition of the Gran Canyon for recreational purposes. The primary push came from mountain bikers who would like to see this property made available as much as we would. Please follow the link below to sign the petition to insure that, in the event of their successful bid to acquire the property, disc golfers will have a voice in the development of the recreational facility. Let’s keep the dream alive!!
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/GranCanyonDiscGolf
Anyone interested in the purchase of the GC property ($1.5M) for the purposes of disc golf should contact Gregg Hosfeld directly at 407-701-9058. Gregg has been assured by the current owner that the course has been relatively undisturbed.
Feldberg & Reading Win Players Cup
The 2007 Players Cup may go down in history as one of the most competitive Majors in PDGA history. Going into the third and final round on Sunday morning, there were nine players within a stroke of the lead in the Men’s Open division..... (More)
Player's Cup Photo Galleries
Player's Cup Official Website
Final Results at PDGA.com
Flying Disc Magazine Introduction Letter
Dear PDGA Members and fellow disc golfers,
My company, 4141 Disc Golf, has been awarded the contract to provide the PDGA’s official magazine beginning in January 2008. We are mindful of the many years of service and dedication provided by former publisher, Rick Rothstein, and we are honored and proud for the opportunity to build upon his successes.
To Read Rich's complete letter click here.
Flying Disc Magazine's website (in development)
King is Queen Again
Mixed emotions of joy and sadness fell on the 60 women who competed in this year's United States Women's Disc Golf Championships in Peoria, Illinois. The last few days in September have been deemed "the women's weekend of disc golf," as this PDGA Major event has taken place for the past six years. Mom and Old Man Wallis have fearlessly forged forward with help from the Peoria Frisbee Club in making this a truly unique event and this year was no different.
For More about the 2007 United States Women's Disc Golf Champion, Check Out the Article.
Perfect Play, Positive Personal Life: Climo's Formula for Fifth USDGC Title
While the rest of the disc golf community searched desperately to describe the performance of Ken Climo this week at the United States Disc Golf Championship, the now five-time winner used just one word: "flawless."
After his first round, Climo put together an incredible run of 53 straight bogey-free holes to essentially turn this year's USDGC into a contest for second place. With the inevitability of adding a fifth Championship ring to his collection, the only question on the 72nd hole was whether Climo would break the Winthrop Gold course record that he had just set the previous day. And though his second throw found the yellow string on the 560 feet South Carolina hole forcing him to settle for back-to-back course record 56's, it did not diminish Climo's dominating performance during the last three rounds.
For More on Climo's Historic Win and an Audio Interview, Check Out This Article.
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