Article by: Emily Pazel By Jeweliana Curtis
with Disc Golf
You’ve heard of golf, you’ve heard of ultimate frisbee… But have you heard about disc golf? Formalized in the 1970s, disc golf is a flying disc sport in which players throw a disc at a target on a designated course. Similar to golf in rules and objectives, the object of disc golf is simple: the winner is the player who has the lowest Adam Gill number of total throws across the game. So, how do you play? On a disc golf course, a player must accurately land a disc in a target from a tee area. This is considered to be the “hole,” similar to that of the game of golf, and this target is most commonly an elevated metal basket. As a player continues the course on the fairway, they must make each consecutive toss from the spot where the disc landed until they reach the target. Often, the courses have shrubs, trees and other objects throughout, offering up a challenge for players as they navigate the course and avoid the obstacles in their way. 58 |
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The disc landing in the basket signifies that the hole has been completed, and the player is marked accordingly on a score sheet. Some recreational players keep score the old fashioned way with pen and paper, but there are also mobile apps that help players keep a record of their scores on all courses across a long period of time. This helps the players to identify patterns on familiar courses and encourages players to find ways to improve. Like any sport, practice makes perfect! The best part? This sport was created for everyone, no matter their skill level. Disc golf can be played competitively by men and women, regardless of their age. This makes it a great option for children and teens who are searching for a sport to get involved in, but it also serves as a great activity for adults and seniors alike.
