Long Hot Summer - PDGA D Teir - Athens 7/1

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

Do not miss the first ever PDGA tourney in Athens on July 1st. It should be a very fun day. The course will be setup LONG, since we know it will be HOT we are reserving the pool for after the event. We are still working some of the details out, I will try to post news often.

If you have any questions e-mail me at bill_bullington@yahoo.com.

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

Do not miss the first ever PDGA sanctioned tournament in Athens, AL!

The Long Hot Summer should be both long and hot, all divisions other
than Rec will be playing a course layout that is 8200+'. To combat
the heat we are reserving the city pool for after the tournament and
the admission fee will be free to all disc golfers.

Open - $30
Advanced - $25
Intermediate - $20
Rec/Junior - $15

No additional fee for non-PDGA members for "D" teir events.

Registration 7:00-8:45
Players Meeting 9:00
Play starts 9:30

We have a couple of ideas in place to handle the heat better than we
did Memorial Day, including more water coolers. If you have a
portable sun shade that would like to bring please let us know, we
would like to get these on most of the tees.

To pre-register please send check to:

Bill Bullington
% Lawn Doctor
P.O. Box 471
Athens, AL 35612

["Tiger"]

I'm interested in this one. I'm looking for one to two more tournaments this summer and I think a D tier will be good for my bank account 8-)

["Tiger"]

Is this just a one day event?

[brianlmoon]

Yes, thank goodness. I miss the one day events. They are like a throw back these days. I will be at this one.

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

Brian, I too prefer one day tournaments. I wish there were more in North Alabama.

[ditchell]

what exactly is "intermediate"? I shoot around a 90 on 24 holes at george ward (my best being a 87)... i'd like to start playing some of these things but i'm wondering where i need to be score-wise to not be a disgrace to the sport of disc golf.

oh i was messing around with a 3d program we have at work. i was going for a roc but i think i ended up with a teebird


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["Tiger"]

if its your first tournament, unless you're just destroy your home course its a good idea to go with intermediate. The first two tournaments I ever played were intermediate to get a feel of how competitive I was. If in the tournament your scores could place you in the cash in advanced move up, but if you don't think you'll be competitive don't worry about it.

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

ditchell,

Since you have not played a tournament before, I would recommend that you play Rec. In this tourney Intermediates will be playing the same layout that the pros play. Rec players will be playing the shorter tees on 9 of the holes, making those holes play 20'-450' shorter each. Several of the locals will be playing Rec as well to avoid the super long, 8200+' layout.

["Tiger"]

well as of right now you have my verbal confirmation. I'll probably just pay the day of but expect to see me there. :cool:

[Parkntwoputt]

what exactly is "intermediate"? I shoot around a 90 on 24 holes at george ward (my best being a 87)... i'd like to start playing some of these things but i'm wondering where i need to be score-wise to not be a disgrace to the sport of disc golf.

87 at GW...probably should play Rec division. Intermediate players will typically shoot around 76-80 at GW, while Advanced players shoot 66-76 and pros shoot between 60 and 74.

And don't let the old-schoolers tell you that you can only play Rec once. Recreational is the name of a skill protected division. Higher rated players (check PDGA.com for explanations on ratings) cannot play in lower divisions.

If this is your first tournament, have fun and remember itis just a game. Tournaments play about 3-4 strokes harder then casual play. Ask Tom Bassing about how much different putting is in a tournament.

But remember the most imporant things.

Use a mini (you get an extra foot closer on your putts:cool: )
Relax and enjoy the game.

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

Tournaments 3 or 4 shots harder than casual play? I just wish I could play as well casually as I do in tournaments, I usaully play tournament rounds 3 or 4 shots less than in casual rounds. I really cannot explain why.

[ditchell]

well if i make it out, i'll definately be rec.

i went and played tuscaloosa today and discovered that i apparently suck at disc golf.

[Justin L]

I'm still trying to wriggle my way out of a wedding that weekend. If I can I'd be interested in getting a carpool up from Birmingham for this event.

[BazkitKase]

I plan on going.

["Tiger"]

I'm goin, so if you guys wanna ride with me thats cool. don't know if I'm gonna play adv or pro though. if the payouts good I want the discs, if not I'll play pro for the experience :cool:

[Tim Keith]

play pro, win money, buy disc!!!

TK

[Justin L]

I'm goin, so if you guys wanna ride with me thats cool. don't know if I'm gonna play adv or pro though. if the payouts good I want the discs, if not I'll play pro for the experience :cool:

These Athen's guys usually put on great tournaments. The am payouts will be strong i'm sure!

If i were you i'd show up and see who is there. If you see TK, Lavone, Dean, I'd run the other way... :)

["Tiger"]

well I want discs, not cash right now cause I wanna be able to play in am worlds next summer and cash ( I don't think I would in pro) so I'll probably stick to adv.

[Parkntwoputt]

well I want discs, not cash right now cause I wanna be able to play in am worlds next summer and cash ( I don't think I would in pro) so I'll probably stick to adv.

BAGGER!!!:D

[Hilltopper]

And don't let the old-schoolers tell you that you can only play Rec once. Recreational is the name of a skill protected division. Higher rated players (check PDGA.com for explanations on ratings) cannot play in lower divisions.

If this is your first tournament, have fun and remember itis just a game. Tournaments play about 3-4 strokes harder then casual play. Ask Tom Bassing about how much different putting is in a tournament.

But remember the most imporant things.

Use a mini (you get an extra foot closer on your putts:cool: )
Relax and enjoy the game.

This is not always true. You can only play rec once in an SN tournament, unless it is also PDGA sanctioned. In that case PDGA rules supercede SN. If you play your next tournament at an SN only event, you can not play Rec.

I agree completely with the mini statement. People, USE A MINI!!! Also, learn the thumber!

Josh

PS Kris, thank you for the kind words reguarding Marla on the other forum.

["Tiger"]

do not, do not, do NOT learn the thumber. Learn real golf shots, you'll shoot lower scores and be called a "bagger" :cool:

[BazkitKase]

To the top.

Who is in?

["Tiger"]

I'm in. Are we gonna try and carpool? I have a mini van that fits four (the captain's seats have been removed = more leg and bag room in the back). I'll probably be at the course if not tonight then definately tomorrow

[Justin L]

I'm out...Some buddies are going canoeing as our "4th" celebration. I hate to miss this one, I do enjoy the athens tournys.

You guys need to plug our little mini-tourny on the 29th! I'll have some fliers later today (hopefully)

[BazkitKase]

Riding together would be great. I can't make it out this afternoon. But will play tomorrow afternoon around 4:15 or so. Let's make arrangements then.

[Sivadenyaw]

Jeremy-

I am definitely interested in carpooling to Athens. I will be at the course today until 530 or so.

Michael

["Tiger"]

sounds good guys. I won't be out today, I need to take the rest of the afternoon off to recover from soccer camps but lets plan on playing tomorrow afternoon around 4:30/5ish

[Sivadenyaw]

I'll be there.

[willsfc]

I should be there, don't know yet, i'll try and bring a flyer for our July 29th SN tournament and out Bag tag tournament July 8th


edit: I have also heard verbal commitments from other folks in florence too

[brianlmoon]

I will be there. I think Randy and his son will be there too.

[willsfc]

Bagger :D

Congrats Jeremy, as deano said, they need your money!

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

I want to thank those of you from B'ham who drove up to Athens yesterday, I hope you all had fun. Congrats to Tiger on his win.

["Tiger"]

thanks guys, I think I can speak for the other b'ham guys in saying that we all enjoyed the tournament yesterday. I personally liked playing a looooong course and look forward to more events up there. :cool:

[Sivadenyaw]

Bill, David, Chris ect.

Thanks for all your work this weekend and before. I had a great time (save the horrible 73 in the first round). Hope to see you guys on the 29th

Michael

[Justin L]

Sounds like B'ham represented well and everyone came back with a positive expierence in Athens. I'm bummed i missed it!

[brianlmoon]

3 out of the top 5 in ADV where Bham players. I was lucky enough to play the first round with Michael and the second with Jeremy. Jeremy with his 400ft hyzer shot was killing me. Quite impressive. There was no catching him.

[Cotton Pickin' Bill]

We were bummed you missed it too. Hope to see up this way soon.

[Hilltopper]

Brian,

3 of the top 6. Michael and I tied. However, I guess you could also say 4 of the top 6 since MJ and I consider ourselves Half B'ham and half Huntsville :)

Josh