Justin L
05-02-2006, 12:01 PM
The spring disc golf season gets into full swing in May with several events taking place in state. Check out the DGB Tournament Info forum (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3) to find out who is going to these events!
May 11th – AER Fundraising Tournament
Huntsville, AL (Redstone)
This is a small fundraiser for Army Emergency Relief at Redstone Arsenal on Thursday, May 11 at 2PM. Mostly a local tournament, but a great chance to see the amazing Redstone course for anyone who has the day off. Check out this thread (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=245) at the RCCG site for more information.
May 13th – Tennessee Valley Tour Stop
Athens, AL (Sportsplex)
This event was originally designed for people who haven't played many tournaments to get some tournament experience. It is NOT a sanctioned event, therefore there is a cash payout of up to 50% for all divisions. One round, Saturday morning only. $10 for pros, $5 for ams. $250 Ace Pot up for grabs! Get more info here (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51).
May 20th – 2nd Annual Big Brothers/Big Sisters Charity Doubles
Huntsville, AL (Mastin & UAH)
This “bring your own partner” doubles competition is presented by Pi Kappa Alpha UAH Chapter. Bring a partner and get a chance to play two of the courses featured in the Blast the following week. $50 for Pros, $35 for Ams (per team). Get more info here (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=206).
May 27th & 28th – Rocket City Blast
Hunstville, AL (All Four Courses)
This is a PDGA B-Tier tournament and will be one of the largest in the state this year. The Hunstville gang are known for putting on great tournaments and this one will be their featured tournament of the year! Check out the flyer here (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/files/RCCG_Blast_2006/06RCBflyer.jpg) and then visit the DGB tournament forum (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3) to work out ride/hotel shares.
May 29th – Memorial Day Doubles
Athens, AL (Sportsplex)
After having a Blast in Huntsville Memorial Day weekend, Double your fun in Athens on Monday at the 19 hole Sportsplex course. The 2nd Annual Memorial Day Doubles will feature 2 rounds this year, round 1 best shot to short basket placements, round 2 alternating shot to long baskets. Pros and Advanced will play long tees, all others short tees. $44 for Pro teams, $34 for Advanced, $24 Intermediates, $14 for the combined Rec/Junior division. Check out this thread (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=234) at RCCG’s website for more info then check out the DGB tournament forum (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3) to find out who is playing or find a partner!
Don't forget DGB's weekly doubles as well. We are going to start alternating courses between George Ward and Civitan this month. We are expecting to play every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays at George Ward and the 2nd and 4th Sundays. As always check the DGB Doubles info block on the left side of our homepage for the latest information.
May 11th – AER Fundraising Tournament
Huntsville, AL (Redstone)
This is a small fundraiser for Army Emergency Relief at Redstone Arsenal on Thursday, May 11 at 2PM. Mostly a local tournament, but a great chance to see the amazing Redstone course for anyone who has the day off. Check out this thread (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=245) at the RCCG site for more information.
May 13th – Tennessee Valley Tour Stop
Athens, AL (Sportsplex)
This event was originally designed for people who haven't played many tournaments to get some tournament experience. It is NOT a sanctioned event, therefore there is a cash payout of up to 50% for all divisions. One round, Saturday morning only. $10 for pros, $5 for ams. $250 Ace Pot up for grabs! Get more info here (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51).
May 20th – 2nd Annual Big Brothers/Big Sisters Charity Doubles
Huntsville, AL (Mastin & UAH)
This “bring your own partner” doubles competition is presented by Pi Kappa Alpha UAH Chapter. Bring a partner and get a chance to play two of the courses featured in the Blast the following week. $50 for Pros, $35 for Ams (per team). Get more info here (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=206).
May 27th & 28th – Rocket City Blast
Hunstville, AL (All Four Courses)
This is a PDGA B-Tier tournament and will be one of the largest in the state this year. The Hunstville gang are known for putting on great tournaments and this one will be their featured tournament of the year! Check out the flyer here (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/files/RCCG_Blast_2006/06RCBflyer.jpg) and then visit the DGB tournament forum (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3) to work out ride/hotel shares.
May 29th – Memorial Day Doubles
Athens, AL (Sportsplex)
After having a Blast in Huntsville Memorial Day weekend, Double your fun in Athens on Monday at the 19 hole Sportsplex course. The 2nd Annual Memorial Day Doubles will feature 2 rounds this year, round 1 best shot to short basket placements, round 2 alternating shot to long baskets. Pros and Advanced will play long tees, all others short tees. $44 for Pro teams, $34 for Advanced, $24 Intermediates, $14 for the combined Rec/Junior division. Check out this thread (http://www.davidhunt.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=234) at RCCG’s website for more info then check out the DGB tournament forum (http://www.discgolfbirmingham.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=3) to find out who is playing or find a partner!
Don't forget DGB's weekly doubles as well. We are going to start alternating courses between George Ward and Civitan this month. We are expecting to play every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays at George Ward and the 2nd and 4th Sundays. As always check the DGB Doubles info block on the left side of our homepage for the latest information.