Disc Golf Daily

Disc Golf Daily Sunday: Landon Brooks, 13-year-old phenom

Summary
In this interview, Landon Brooks, a 13-year-old disc golf phenom, discusses his journey in the sport and his aspirations to go pro. He talks about how he got started in disc golf at a young age and his sponsorship with MVP Disc Sports. Landon shares his favorite aspects of disc golf, including the flying discs and the supportive community. He also talks about his fond memories in the sport, such as winning the World Championships at a young age. Landon discusses his recent performance at the US Amateur Championship and his plans to go pro in the near future. He offers advice for beginners and expresses gratitude for the support of his parents and sponsors.
 
Keywords
disc golf, Landon Brooks, young phenom, journey, sponsorship, favorite aspects, community, fond memories, US Amateur Championship, going pro, advice, parents, sponsors
Takeaways
Landon Brooks started playing disc golf at a young age and has a goal of going pro in the future.
He is sponsored by MVP Disc Sports and has a strong relationship with the company.
Landon's favorite aspects of disc golf are the flying discs and the supportive community.
He has fond memories of winning the World Championships at a young age.
Landon recently performed well at the US Amateur Championship and plans to go pro soon.
He offers advice for beginners, emphasizing the importance of form and putting.
Landon is grateful for the support of his parents and sponsors.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:14 Aspiring to Go Pro
03:13 Favorite Aspects of Disc Golf
04:13 Fond Memories: Winning the World Championships
06:27 Impressive Performance at the US Amateur Championship
09:47 Future Plans: Going Pro
13:59 Advice for Beginners
 
Music by contreloup

A DGPT History - Michael Downes - S0E4

On today's episode:
Mike Downs, Deputy Executive Director of the PDGA, shares his journey into disc golf and his role in the development of the Disc Golf Pro Tour. He discusses the excitement and potential of the Pro Tour and the collaboration between the PDGA and the Pro Tour. Downs emphasizes the importance of consistency and standardization in professional disc golf events and the focus on competition and media. He also highlights the growth of the sport and the passion of the disc golf community. Keywords Mike Downs, PDGA, disc golf, history, Pro Tour, events manager, national tour, competition, media, consistency, growth
Takeaways
Mike Downs has been playing disc golf for 30 years and got hooked on the sport immediately. He started working with the PDGA as the events manager in 2013 and played a role in the development of the Disc Golf Pro Tour. The Pro Tour brought a focus on competition and media, highlighting the athletes and their personalities. Consistency and standardization were important goals for the PDGA and the Pro Tour in order to provide a quality experience for players and spectators. The growth of the sport and the passion of the disc golf community have been instrumental in the success of the Pro Tour.
 
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:39 Starting to Work with the PDGA 06:05 The Development of the Disc Golf Pro Tour 09:14 The Relationship Between the PDGA and the Pro Tour 22:45 The Importance of Consistency and Standardization 26:58 The Passion of the Disc Golf Community 30:51 Closing Thoughts
We are the podcast that covers disc golf news and growth in about ten minutes. And on the weekends, we cover the future of our sport with interviews with movers and shakers as well as the history of our sport as we recap the formation of the Disc Golf Pro Tour with the people that made it happen.
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily: Why I Love Disc Golf

Disc Golf Daily - Why I Love Disc Golf
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Disc Golf Daily: Des Moines Challenge Preview

Des Moines Challenge.
How to watch, who to watch, course review, podium picks.
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily - Stokely Juju, Tight Women, PDGA Not Flat

Stokely Discs purchases CHING
reddit.com/r/StokelyDiscs/comments/1dqx3rz/the_ching_juju_has_been_rereleased_by_stokely/
 
The Independent Advocate: DGPT Comes to Town
indianola-ia.com/news/disc-golf-pro-tour-invades-indianola-for-three-day-tournament/article_7b3fde70-3822-11ef-ac50-2fdc7cd450c2.html
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily - Silva Streaks, Netflix Plays, PDGA Votes

Netflix’s Corporate Team Building
udisc.com/blog/post/disc-golf-as-team-building-activity-for-work-netflix-liked-it-maybe-you-will-too
 
Bristow Disc Golf announces Course Designer
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid0SqJvq8xE4XcewhWgFV9Lb5R4ypKwbD29DtXfQRVCWRfpKn9eCK9kygqx23Yj91Fml&id=61561103847210
 
PDGA Elections
https://bit.ly/3L3SlOh
 
Greensplatter: Play a tournament
greensplatter.com/why-compete-at-least-one-disc-golf-tournament/
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily: Sweden Open - Silva 5, Proctor 1

Summary
The Disc Golf Pro Tour Swedish Open presented by Kostaplass took place in Borås, Sweden. Silver Sirenin won the FPO division, securing her fifth consecutive victory. James Proctor emerged as the winner in the MPO division, earning his first elite series victory on the Disc Golf Pro Tour. The course in Sweden was the shortest on tour this year but provided excitement with challenging OB lines and tricky terrain. The event resulted in changes in the Disc Golf Pro Tour standings for both FPO and MPO divisions.
 
Keywords
Disc Golf Pro Tour, Swedish Open, Borås, Silver Sirenin, James Proctor, FPO, MPO, OB lines, Disc Golf Pro Tour standings
Takeaways
Silver Saarinen secured her fifth consecutive victory in the FPO division.
James Proctor earned his first elite series victory on the Disc Golf Pro Tour in the MPO division.
The Swedish Open featured a challenging course with OB lines and tricky terrain.
The event resulted in changes in the Disc Golf Pro Tour standings for both FPO and MPO divisions.
Music by contreloup

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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A DGPT History - Bob Decker - S0E3

Summary
Bob Decker, a former PDGA board member, shares his insights into the early days of the Pro Tour and the growth of disc golf. He discusses his background in disc golf, his involvement with the PDGA, and the challenges faced in making the sport financially stable. Bob highlights the importance of increasing viewership and getting more eyeballs on the sport to support the growth of the Pro Tour. He also emphasizes the role of volunteers in the disc golf community and the passion that drives the sport forward.
 
Keywords
disc golf, PDGA, Pro Tour, history, growth, financial stability, viewership, volunteers
 
Takeaways
The PDGA has seen significant growth in membership and financial stability over the years, thanks to the efforts of volunteers and strategic decisions made by the board.
Increasing viewership and exposure for disc golf is crucial for the sustainability and growth of the Pro Tour.
The Pro Tour has faced challenges and setbacks in its early stages, but perseverance and learning from past experiences have led to its success.
Disc golf is a close-knit community with passionate individuals working together to expand the sport.
Chapters
00:00 The Origins of Disc Golf and Bob Decker's Involvement
07:41 The Growth of the PDGA and Financial Stability
11:26 The Importance of Increasing Viewership for the Pro Tour
27:36 The Disc Golf Community: Passion and Volunteerism
 
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily - Can we talk about the basket in the room?

Summary
In this episode of Disc Golf Daily, the host discusses various news stories related to disc golf, including the coverage of the Finnish Championships by DGN, the release of the Foundation Disc Golf app, the Portland Open being televised on CBS Sports Network, and tips for playing disc golf in the heat. The host also addresses the topic of disc golf baskets and suggests a process for determining the quality of baskets used in professional tournaments. The episode concludes with a call for the disc golf community to mature and standardize equipment.
 
Keywords
disc golf, news, Finnish Championships, DGN, Foundation Disc Golf, app, Portland Open, CBS Sports Network, tips, heat, baskets, equipment
Takeaways
DGN will be covering the Finnish Championships, providing dual coverage with the Des Moines Challenge.
Foundation Disc Golf has released an app that allows users to shop for discs, listen to podcasts, and watch videos.
The Portland Open will be televised on CBS Sports Network, providing an opportunity to showcase disc golf to a wider audience.
Tips for playing disc golf in the heat include staying hydrated, dressing appropriately, and playing early or late in the day.
The host suggests a process for determining the quality of disc golf baskets used in professional tournaments.
The disc golf community should strive for standardization and maturity in order to be taken seriously as a sport.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and News Stories
03:19 Foundation Disc Golf App
06:37 Basket Talk
09:48 Improving the Quality of Disc Golf Baskets
12:44 Maturity and Standardization in Disc Golf
 
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup