Disc Golf Daily

Disc Golf Daily: Turku Open | Pro Masters Recaps

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Pro Masters
Turku Open
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Disc Golf Daily Sunday: Andrew Johnson and the Glitch World Championships

Summary
In this interview, Andrew Johnson, the marketing director and team MVP director of MVP Disc Sports, discusses his role in the company and the success of MVP in the disc golf industry. He talks about the growth of MVP since COVID and attributes it to the dedication of the owners, Brad and Chad, and the timing of their products. He also shares the story of how MVP signed Simon Lizotte and the success of the Glitch disc. He mentions the Glitch World Championships and future improvements for the MVP Open.
 
Keywords
disc golf, MVP Disc Sports, Andrew Johnson, marketing director, team MVP director, growth, dedication, timing, Brad, Chad, Simon Lizotte, Glitch disc, Glitch World Championships, MVP Open
 
Takeaways
MVP Disc Sports has experienced significant growth in the disc golf industry, which can be attributed to the dedication of the owners and the timing of their products.
The signing of Simon Lizotte and the release of the Glitch disc have contributed to MVP's success.
The Glitch World Championships is a popular event that showcases the unique qualities of the Glitch disc.
Future improvements for the MVP Open include changes to hole one and the release of exclusive discs.
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A DGPT History - Steve Dodge - S0E1B

Summary
In this episode, Steve Dodge discusses the groundwork and challenges involved in turning the idea of the Disc Golf Pro Tour into a reality. He talks about the initial phone call with Nate Doss and Jeff Spring that pushed him to take action, the key elements he wanted to incorporate into the tour (such as a festival, good media, and partnerships), and the process of securing sponsors and creating media content. Dodge also highlights the importance of engaging spectators and making the players feel special, as well as the role of trading cards in promoting the sport. He mentions the support and contributions of individuals like Pat Govang and Tim Carter, and emphasizes the trust and collaboration among the Pro Tour team. Keywords disc golf, Pro Tour, Steve Dodge, groundwork, challenges, festival, media, partnerships, sponsors, trading cards, spectators, players, trust, collaboration
Takeaways
The idea of the Disc Golf Pro Tour became a reality through the support and encouragement of individuals like Nate Heinold and Jeff Spring. Key elements of the Pro Tour included a festival, good media coverage, and partnerships with sponsors. Engaging spectators and making players feel special were important aspects of the Pro Tour's success. Trading cards were seen as a way to promote the sport and make players more recognizable and inspiring to young disc golfers. The Pro Tour team worked collaboratively and trusted each other to bring their ideas to life.
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.
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Disc Golf Daily - Timeouts? In Disc Golf? | Plus the news

Summary
In this episode of Disc Golf Daily, the host provides updates on the Pro Masters tournament and the Turku Open. They also discuss the PDGA approved discs and the proposed timeout rule to address slow play. The host explores different ways to improve pace of play, including implementing a shot clock, using technology to monitor slow play, and issuing warnings and penalties for slow-playing cards. They emphasize the importance of finding creative solutions to maintain an enjoyable and fast-paced game.
 
Keywords
disc golf, Pro Masters, Turku Open, PDGA approved discs, timeout rule, slow play, pace of play, shot clock, technology, warnings, penalties
Takeaways
Pro Masters tournament updates in various divisions
Turku Open features top players from Europe
Several discs from H13, Clash, and Discmania are PDGA approved
Proposed timeout rule aims to address slow play
Alternative solutions to improve pace of play include shot clocks and technology
Issuing warnings and penalties for slow-playing cards can encourage faster play
Chapters
00:00 Pro Masters Tournament Updates
03:21 Turku Open: Showcasing European Players
04:56 PDGA Approved Discs
06:28 Addressing Slow Play: The Timeout Rule
08:05 Improving Pace of Play: Shot Clocks and Technology
11:58 Encouraging Faster Play: Warnings and Penalties
 
Pro Masters is halfway done
Turku Open starts today.
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Disc Golf Daily - United Rankings | Innova Survey Review

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Here we go.
 
Pro Masters: https://www.pdga.com/apps/tournament/live/event?eventId=77133
Ultiworld West Coast Wrapup: https://discgolf.ultiworld.com/2024/06/12/the-top-10-storylines-of-the-2024-west-coast-swing
Innova Fan Survey: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=971216271680348&set=pcb.3143758895758106
Infinite Defines: https://blog.infinitediscs.com/
Chess.com and the DGPT: https://www.facebook.com/DiscGolfProTour/posts/pfbid0Fn1y8CA6ghsUTgVg9AB73JgZyDhKtJ7VjyJFP5UssW19XLzuz5c3J7L7d6xnHTcwl
Tim Selinske vs DGMT Finale: https://www.reddit.com/r/discgolf/comments/1dehzv7/tim_selinske_or_dgmt_finale_in_nc_which_one_to/
 
Summary
In this episode of Disc Golf Daily, the host provides updates on the Pro Masters Disc Golf World Championship, highlights the improvement of Annika Sten, discusses the West Coast swing, shares insights from an Innova fan survey, explores disc stability, mentions the partnership between chess.com and the DGPT, and compares the Tim Selinski and Disc Golf Masters Tour Finale tournaments. The episode concludes with the United Rankings of Disc Golf.
 
Keywords
disc golf, Pro Masters Disc Golf World Championship, Annika Sten, West Coast swing, Innova fan survey, disc stability, chess.com, DGPT, Tim Sielinski, Disc Golf Masters Tour Finale, United Rankings
 
Takeaways
Pro Masters Disc Golf World Championship is underway with exciting competition in various divisions.
Annika Sten has shown significant improvement in her disc golf game.
The West Coast swing in disc golf has seen notable wins and performances.
An Innova fan survey reveals interesting insights about disc golf players.
Understanding disc stability is crucial for disc golfers.
The partnership between chess.com and the DGPT offers an opportunity to learn and play chess.
The Tim Selinski and Disc Golf Masters Tour Finale tournaments are compared in terms of prestige and player participation.
The United Rankings of Disc Golf provide a comprehensive ranking system for players.
 
Chapters
00:00 Pro Masters Disc Golf World Championship
03:03 Annika Sten's Improvement
06:05 Disc Stability and Infinite Discs
12:21 Chess.com and the DGPT Partnership
15:42 Comparing Tim Selinski and Disc Golf Masters Tour Finale
16:35 United Rankings of Disc Golf
 
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.
 
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Disc Golf Daily - PDGA Growth Report | Virtual Reality DG!?!?!

The Meat of the Tour: https://www.dgpt.com/schedule/2024-tour/
Pro Masters is underway in Emporia, KS: https://www.pdga.com/apps/tournament/live/event?eventId=7713
GK Pro Three Day Fest: https://www.glidediscgolfevents.com/events/gk-pro-disc-golf-fest-at-kayak-point-disc-golf-resort
Virtual Reality Disc Golf: https://www.reddit.com/r/discgolf/comments/1ddg97o/ive_been_working_on_a_vr_disc_golf_game_and_i/
 
Summary
In this conversation, DG Daily discusses PDGA earnings, upcoming events, and disc golf news. The top three men and women in PDGA earnings are mentioned, along with the earnings per event. The conversation also covers upcoming events in Europe and America, including the European Open. PDGA ratings and the number of rounds played at PDGA events are discussed. Other topics include disc releases from Albatross Disc Golf, Pro Masters in Emporia, the GK Pro Three Day Fest, and Virtual Reality Disc Golf.
 
Keywords
PDGA earnings, top players, upcoming events, Europe, America, PDGA ratings, disc releases, Pro Masters, GK Pro Three Day Fest, Virtual Reality Disc Golf
 
Takeaways
Gannon Burr leads in PDGA earnings for men, while Ones Scoggins leads for women.
Earnings per event show a different story, with Ganon Burr leading in the men's division.
Upcoming events include the European Open and the Pro Masters in Emporia.
Albatross Disc Golf has released new discs.
Glide Disc Golf is organizing destination events for disc golfers.
Virtual Reality Disc Golf is being developed.
Music: Strange Bop by contreloup

Disc Golf Daily: DGPT Standings | Was hole 13 cool?

On today's episode:
 
Beaver State Fling
ESPN Baby
US Amateurs
DGPT sponsors the Bullet Chess Championship
 
Summary
In this episode of Disc Golf Daily, the host discusses various news stories and updates in the world of disc golf. The main topics covered include the Beaver State Fling Stat Recap, Gannon Burrow's win at the Beaver State Fling, bogey-free performances by Ricky Wysocki and other players, Jakob Semerad's win at the Hynola Open, DGPT standings, ESPN coverage of aces, US amateurs results, the debate about hole 13 at Milo, the DGPT sponsoring the Bullet Chess Championship, and UDisc course growth numbers.
 
Keywords: disc golf, news, updates, Beaver State Fling, Gannon Burrow, Ricky Wysocki, bogey-free, Jakob Semerad, Hynola Open, DGPT standings, ESPN, US amateurs, hole 13 at Milo, Bullet Chess Championship, UDisc, course growth
 
Takeaways
Ricky Wysocki is the only MPO player to have multiple bogey-free major or elite tournaments in the last four years.
Jakob Semerad won the Hynola Open, marking his first career win in Finland and sixth unique country with a win.
Gannon Burrow is currently leading the DGPT standings, while Holland Handley is in the top spot for the women's standings.
Disc golf is experiencing course growth, with an estimated 8% increase in the total number of courses by the end of the year.
Chapters
00:00
Back-to-Back Wins in Pro Tour History
02:24
Bogey-Free Players in Disc Golf
05:00
ESPN Coverage of Disc Golf Aces
06:28
Debate on Hole Design on the Disc Golf Pro Tour
07:26
DGPT Sponsors the Bullet Chess Championship
07:44
UDisc Course Growth Numbers
 
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Disc Golf Daily - Beaver State Fling Recap

Beaver State Fling
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DGD Movers & Shakers - Caleb Rancourt, The Pure'd App

Ben Kenney interviews Caleb Rancourt, creator of the Pure'd App.
Pure'd App
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A DGPT History - Steve Dodge - S0E1A

A DGPT History: Season 0, Episode 1A
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.
 
On today's episode:
Part 1 of Seth Fendley's interview with Steve Dodge, Founder of the Disc Golf Pro Tour.
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