Disc Golf Daily Sunday: Calixto Garcia, PDGA Europe's Plan

Summary

Calixto Garcia, the PDGA Europe marketing and media manager, discusses the plans and initiatives of PDGA Europe to grow the sport of disc golf in Europe. The conversation covers topics such as the National Association Support Plan, the Disc Golf Development Grant Program, the Communication Plan, and the Competition Program. The goal is to support the growth of disc golf at all levels, from grassroots to elite competition, and to provide resources and assistance to national associations, content creators, course builders, and tournament organizers. The focus is on tailoring solutions to the specific needs of each European country and fostering collaboration and cooperation among disc golf enthusiasts.

 

Keywords

disc golf, PDGA Europe, growth, initiatives, support, national associations, content creators, course building, competitions

Takeaways

• PDGA Europe has implemented various programs to support the growth of disc golf in Europe, including the National Association Support Plan, the Disc Golf Development Grant Program, the Communication Plan, and the Competition Program.
• The National Association Support Plan aims to provide assistance and resources to national associations in different European countries, tailoring solutions to their specific needs.
• The Disc Golf Development Grant Program focuses on supporting initiatives to build new disc golf courses, introduce disc golf in schools, and promote disc golf growth in various ways.
• The Communication Plan aims to support content creators, such as YouTube channels and podcasts, by providing financial, technical, and human support, and fostering collaboration among European disc golf media.
• The Competition Program aims to support and elevate disc golf competitions in Europe, including national championships, underserved categories, and international events, with the goal of spreading top-level competition and helping countries achieve higher standards of events.
• PDGA Europe encourages disc golf enthusiasts to get involved, support their local clubs and associations, and reach out to PDGA Europe for assistance in realizing their disc golf dreams and initiatives.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

03:20Supporting YouTube Channels and Content Creators

12:25Building Courses and Promoting Growth

21:54Spreading the Word and Encouraging Membership

26:43PDGA Europe as a Facilitator

29:34Call to Action and Conclusion

 

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