Disc Golf Answer Man

Bobby Cool Daddy Slick Breeze

Whether you’re a first-time player, a tournament organizer, or just someone who loves disc golf culture, this podcast is for you. We break down tips for every skill level, share event insights, chat with interesting people in the sport, and keep you up to date on the latest from Dynamic Discs. With rotating segments, you can pick the episodes that match your vibe or binge them all. Got a question? We’ve got answers.

  1. 4月6日

    Scott Withers on Running Better Disc Golf Tournaments

    Thinking about running a disc golf tournament… or wondering why some events feel amazing while others fall flat?In this episode of the Disc Golf Answer Man, I sit down with Scott Withers, TD Program Director for the Professional Disc Golf Association, to break down what actually goes into running a successful event.We talk about:How tournament directors shape the future of disc golfThe biggest mistakes TDs make (and how to avoid them)Why your first tournament experience matters more than you thinkHow technology has completely changed running eventsWhat separates a good event from a great oneThe new TD Training + Academy programs from the PDGAIf you’ve ever thought about running an event, or just want to understand how tournaments really work behind the scenes, this episode is packed with insight.One thing became really clear: local tournament directors are the front line of growing the sport.00:00 Introduction to Scott Withers and His Journey 03:06 Transitioning to Masters Level Play 05:50 The Importance of Tournament Directors 09:05 The TD Training Program Overview 12:02 Misconceptions About Running Tournaments 15:03 Impact of COVID-19 on Disc Golf 18:01 Common Mistakes by Tournament Directors 21:04 Understanding Disc Golf Event Types 23:59 The Evolution of Disc Golf Events 26:56 The Impact of Digital Scoring 29:30 Understanding Your Audience 30:53 Navigating Event Tiers and Regulations 34:11 Transparency in Tournament Directing 37:55 Creating a Welcoming Environment 39:32 Raising Standards in Tournament Setup 45:53 The Importance of Rules and Experience 49:02 Handling Difficult Conversations 53:29 Training the Next Generation of Tournament Directors 56:49 Must-Visit Events for Disc Golf EnthusiastsResources & Links:PDGA TD Training Portal - https://www.pdga.com/td/trainingSend in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

    1 小时 1 分钟

主持人与嘉宾

关于

Whether you’re a first-time player, a tournament organizer, or just someone who loves disc golf culture, this podcast is for you. We break down tips for every skill level, share event insights, chat with interesting people in the sport, and keep you up to date on the latest from Dynamic Discs. With rotating segments, you can pick the episodes that match your vibe or binge them all. Got a question? We’ve got answers.

你可能还喜欢